Esquimalt Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC)

Everyone is welcome to access the Esquimalt Urgent & Primary Care Centre (UPCC).

The UPCC is open to anyone who needs care for urgent medical conditions requiring attention within 12-24 hours.

Our health care team includes:

• Family physicians
• Registered nurses who can provide:
  • Diagnosis and treatment for minor acute illness related to:
    • Genitourinary (i.e. urinary tract infection, sexually transmitted infection)
  • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) care including prevention, vaccination, testing, treatment, and support
  • Pregnancy testing and supported decision-making for unexpected pregnancies
  • Cervical cancer screening (pap smear)
  • Wound care
  • Vaccines (call to inquire)
  • Chronic disease & lifestyle management
  • Ear syringing
  • Harm reduction supplies and education
  • Suture removal
  • Referral to community health services
  • Prescribed injections (call to inquire)

Mental health and substance use consultants and registered social workers, offering:

• Single session therapy
• Brief solution focused counselling
• Psychological and emotional support
• Paperwork, referral and advocacy
• Access to Mental Health Assessment

If you do not have a primary care provider and are looking for a family doctor or nurse practitioner please register online here.

Take a look at the Victoria – South Island Pathways Community Service Directory for general information about local services, useful handouts and videos.