FAQs: Medicine
How to make an appointment with a doctor in Edmonton
In Edmonton, you can make an appointment with a doctor through your family doctor, walk-in clinics, or online platforms. Newcomers can use family doctor search services, visit walk-in clinics, or get advice through telemedicine. On this page, you will find step-by-step instructions, useful links, and tips on choosing a doctor, preparing for an appointment, and available resources for Ukrainian-speaking patients.
Public and private healthcare
This category contains information about public and private healthcare in Edmonton: how the Alberta Health Care system works, which services are free, when you have to pay, how to find a doctor, clinic, or online service, as well as what paid options, insurance, and additional programs are available. Here you will find practical instructions, comparisons, and advice for newcomers and those who have lived in the city for a long time but want to better understand the healthcare system.
Health insurance for newcomers
The category “Health Insurance for Newcomers to Edmonton” helps you understand how Alberta's healthcare system works for those who have just arrived in Canada. It contains information about AHCIP, temporary federal programs for refugees, private insurance, and how to avoid high medical costs in the first few months after moving.
Pharmacies and over-the-counter medicines
Pharmacies and over-the-counter medications in Edmonton are everything you need for quick and safe self-care: where to find the nearest pharmacy, how to choose OTC medications for colds, pain, or allergies, what services pharmacists provide (consultations, vaccinations, prescription refills), and when to see a doctor. Here are practical tips, prices, hours of operation, and useful resources for residents and newcomers.
How to get help in an emergency
How to get emergency help in Edmonton: clear steps on when to call 911, how to get medical advice through Health Link 811, where to go to the emergency room (ER), urgent care, or walk-in clinic, and how a pharmacy can help with urgent medications—especially in the evening, on weekends, and on holidays.
Pediatric medicine
Pediatric care in Edmonton: how to find a family doctor or pediatrician, where to go in case of an emergency, how children's hospitals and clinics work, vaccinations, referrals to specialists, and useful resources for parents.
Dentistry
Dentistry in Edmonton: useful guides for newcomers and locals — how to find a good clinic and pediatric dentist, how much checkups and treatment cost, what Alberta insurance and programs cover, and where to go for toothaches or emergencies.
Vaccination
Vaccination in Edmonton: practical instructions for newcomers and locals — Alberta's vaccination calendar, where to register (Public Health Centers), how to confirm Ukrainian records and get a catch-up schedule, what to do if you don't have an AHCIP card yet, and answers to frequently asked questions about school vaccinations and vaccination safety.
Mental health
Mental health in Edmonton is about support, therapy, and resources for children, teens, and adults in various life situations: stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, adjusting after moving, difficult relationships, or traumatic experiences. This category contains easy-to-understand guides on where to go for help (including free or low-cost options), how the system works in Alberta, which services are available 24/7, how to make an appointment with a specialist, and how to support loved ones. We also publish practical tips for daily well-being and selections of local programs and communities that help you feel supported and safe in Edmonton.
Other practical questions
Other practical questions about healthcare in Edmonton: family doctors, walk-in clinics, tests, vaccinations, insurance, prescriptions, and where to go in different situations.
Healthcare in Edmonton for Ukrainians: family doctors, clinics, dentists, diagnostics, rehabilitation, and emergency care. Find Ukrainian- and Russian-speaking doctors, trusted medical centers, contacts, and useful information for new immigrants and families with children.