Walk-In Medical Services in NW Calgary
Gilead Family Practice offers walk-in and same-day appointments to ensure timely access to care when unexpected health concerns arise. Our walk-in clinic serves adults, children, and seniors, providing assessment and treatment for stable acute illnesses and minor medical concerns.
We manage conditions such as infections, minor injuries, fever, cough, sore throat, and other urgent but non-emergency issues. Quick medication refills are also available when appropriate, ensuring patients maintain continuity in their treatment without unnecessary delays.
Walk-In and Same-Day Appointments
Walk-in and same-day appointments are available for urgent but stable medical concerns. This allows patients to receive prompt evaluation and treatment without waiting for a future booking.
Adults, Children and Seniors
Care is provided for patients of all ages, including adults, children, and seniors. Each visit includes age-appropriate assessment and management tailored to individual health needs.
Routine health evaluations & doctor follow-ups
When clinically appropriate, routine care adjustments and ongoing treatment reviews are provided to ensure continuity of care and support your health needs
Accepting New Patients | Walk-In Care Available
Gilead Family Practice offers comprehensive care for the whole family from infancy to elderly.
Minor Procedures
Gilead Family Practice offers minor procedures in a safe and comfortable clinical setting, allowing patients to receive convenient care close to home. We provide stitching and wound care for minor lacerations, skin lesion and mole removal when medically appropriate, knee joint injections for certain inflammatory conditions, intralesional injections for select dermatological concerns, and professional ear flushing to relieve impacted earwax and restore comfort.
Stitching and Wound Care
Minor cuts and lacerations are carefully assessed and treated with suturing when necessary. Proper wound care instructions and follow-up guidance are provided to support healing.
Skin Lesion and Mole Removal
Selected skin lesions and moles are evaluated and removed when medically appropriate. Each procedure includes assessment, safe removal, and aftercare recommendations.
JOINT CARE AND MOBILITY ASSESSMENTS
In-clinic joint assessments and targeted therapies are provided for inflammatory or degenerative joint discomfort. Treatment plans aim to improve joint function and mobility following a clinical evaluation by a physician
Common Non-Emergency Health Concerns
Gilead Family Practice provides physician assessment for common non-emergency health concerns, which may include:
- Fever, cough, and sore throat
- Infections
- Minor injuries
- Other urgent but non-emergency concerns
- Medication refill requests when clinically appropriate
Services depend on physician availability and an individual assessment. Some concerns may require testing, follow-up care, referral, or treatment at another healthcare facility.
What to Expect During a Walk-In Visit
Follow these steps to help make your walk-in visit as straightforward as possible.
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Call Ahead
Confirm current walk-in capacity or same-day appointment availability.
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Check In
Bring your Alberta Health Care card, medication list, and relevant health information.
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Meet With a Physician
A physician will discuss your symptoms and assess your health concern.
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Review the Next Steps
You may receive treatment recommendations, testing instructions, follow-up care, or a referral.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find helpful information about walk-in availability, common health concerns, clinic hours, and preparing for your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Gilead Family Practice offers walk-in visits and same-day appointments. Availability may change depending on daily clinic capacity, so patients are encouraged to call 587-777-8309 before visiting.
Are walk-in visits available today?
Walk-in availability can vary throughout the day. Please call the clinic at 587-777-8309 before arriving to confirm whether a physician is available.
What health concerns can a walk-in physician assess?
Physicians may assess common non-emergency concerns such as fever, cough, sore throat, infections, and minor injuries. Recommendations for treatment, testing, follow-up care, or referral depend on the physician’s assessment.
Can children and seniors visit the walk-in clinic?
The clinic’s current service information states that care is available for adults, children, and seniors. Call ahead if you have questions about whether the clinic can assess a particular concern.
Can I request a prescription refill?
A physician may assess medication refill requests when clinically appropriate. Some prescriptions may require medical records, testing, follow-up, or an appointment with a regular healthcare provider.
Are minor procedures available during walk-in visits?
Some minor procedures may be available following a physician assessment. A separate appointment may be required depending on the procedure, clinical circumstances, and physician availability. Contact the clinic before visiting for a procedure.
What should I bring to my visit?
Bring your Alberta Health Care card, a list of current medications, and any relevant forms or health information. Contact the clinic if you are unsure what documentation is required.
Where is the walk-in clinic located?
Gilead Family Practice is located at:
#150, 198 Nolanridge Crescent NWCalgary, Alberta T3R 1W9
The clinic is in the Nolan Hill area of Northwest Calgary. View the clinic on Google Maps .
Is Gilead Family Practice accepting new patients?
The clinic currently states that it is accepting new patients. Contact the clinic to confirm current availability and ask about the registration process.
Does the walk-in clinic provide emergency care?
Gilead Family Practice provides care for non-emergency health concerns. For a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Need a Walk-In Clinic in NW Calgary?
Contact Gilead Family Practice to confirm current walk-in capacity or ask about same-day appointment availability.