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About Ashcroft and District Hospital and Community Health Centre
The Ashcroft and District Hospital and Community Health Centre, operated by Interior Health, serves Ashcroft and surrounding rural communities as an Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) — the first of its kind in Interior Health designed to stabilize rural health care. Located at 700 Ash-Cache Creek Hwy, this facility provides team-based urgent and primary care for non-life-threatening conditions, along with laboratory, medical imaging, and long-term care services. Patients requiring a higher level of acute or emergency care are referred to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops.
Services & Specialties
Urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions, Treatment of minor injuries, sprains, and strains, Infection assessment and treatment, Minor and less serious child illness and injury care, High fever assessment, Wound care and skin condition treatment, Diagnosis and treatment for minor illnesses, Chronic disease management, Vaccinations and injections, Reproductive care, Pre- and post-surgical care, Ongoing medication monitoring, Referrals and coordination of community services, Harm-reduction supplies and education, Basic laboratory services, Diagnostic medical imaging, Long-term residential care, Acquired Brain Injury Services, Breastfeeding Clinics and Support, Caregiver Support, Child and Youth Immunization Program, Choice in Support for Independent Living, On-site doctors' offices (Ashcroft Family Medical Practice).
Amenities
Wheelchair accessible main entrance
On-site doctors' offices (Ashcroft Family Medical Practice at suite 100)
Bring Your Own Device: patients encouraged to bring smartphones, tablets, or laptops
Call 250-453-2211 before visiting — a registered nurse can advise whether the UPCC is the right place for your care or if you should go elsewhere.
Booked appointments are preferred; same-day drop-in slots are limited and allocated by urgency, so call early in the day if you need to be seen.
This facility is an Urgent and Primary Care Centre, not a full emergency department — for life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or head directly to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops.
If you are travelling from a surrounding community like Cache Creek or Logan Lake, confirm hours and availability by phone before making the trip to Ashcroft.
The co-located Ashcroft Family Medical Practice (250-453-9353) may be able to assist with non-urgent primary care needs that don't require same-day urgent care.
What to Bring
BC Services Card or provincial health insurance card
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications including dosages
List of known allergies
Health care or advance directive documents if applicable
Personal electronic device (phone, tablet) for entertainment during waits
Comfortable clothing suitable for examination
Emergency contact information
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ashcroft and District Hospital a full emergency department?
No. This facility now operates as an Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) and Community Health Centre. It is not a full emergency department. It is designed for non-life-threatening conditions. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops.
Do I need an appointment to be seen at the Ashcroft UPCC?
Booked appointments are preferred. Call 250-453-2211 to schedule. A limited number of same-day drop-in appointments are available based on urgency, but these fill up, so calling early is recommended.
What phone number should I call before visiting the Ashcroft UPCC?
Call 250-453-2211. A registered nurse will speak with you and advise whether visiting the UPCC is appropriate, or whether you should access alternate or higher-level care services.
Which hospital should I go to if I need emergency or acute care near Ashcroft?
Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops is the major referral and acute care hospital for this region. For life-threatening emergencies, always call 911 first.
What kinds of conditions are treated at the Ashcroft Urgent and Primary Care Centre?
The UPCC handles non-life-threatening conditions such as minor injuries, sprains and strains, infections, high fever, cuts and wounds, skin conditions, and less serious child illness and injury. It also provides chronic disease management, vaccinations, reproductive care, and more.
Is there a family doctor's office at the Ashcroft facility?
Yes. Ashcroft Family Medical Practice is co-located at 100-700 Ash-Cache Creek Hwy and can be reached at 250-453-9353 for primary care appointments that don't require urgent same-day care.