Pathways | Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC)

Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) - Vancouver (City Centre)

Healthcare Providers and Public Health

Provided by Vancouver Coastal Health

For patients with injuries and illnesses that should be addressed by a health care provider within 12 to 24 hours, but do not require the level of service or expertise found in an emergency department.

The City Centre UPCC is for non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries when you are unable to see your family doctor or care provider. Patients will be seen according to urgency.

Visit the UPCC if experiencing:

Sprains and strains
Cuts, wounds or skin conditions
High fever
Infections including chest, ear and urinary tract
Asthma attacks
New or worsening pain
Dehydration/Constipation
Less serious child illness and injury

Referrals are not required. The UPCC is an urgent care centre and does not take appointments. Patients can present to the UPCC and be seen on the same day. Patients presenting to the UPCC are triaged and seen according to their urgency.

Please note: An Urgent Primary Care Centre is not an emergency room. It cannot treat patients with serious illnesses or injuries such as broken bones, chest pains or head injuries. Patients with serious conditions should continue to attend their nearest hospital emergency room or call 9-1-1 as needed.

604-416-1811

Website: https://www.vch.ca/en/location/city...

188 Nelson Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 1A9

Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM. to 10:00 PM. Sundays from 9:00 AM. to 5:00 PM.

Service is available in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Tagalog.

Cost: No cost