Regina Urgent Care Centre (UCC) finished its first year of operation, having served more than double its expected number of patients. Over 41,000 people received care for non life threatening illnesses and injuries in the facility's first 12 months."As a Family Physician, the Regina UCC has provided me with a unique opportunity to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the community in ways not possible within my own practice," said Dr. Mary Andraws Mishriki, a family medicine physician with the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) working at the UCC. "This amazing team of dedicated healthcare providers worked very hard over the last year to usher in a new standard for urgent care in this province.” She pointed out that it offers patients same day care without needing an emergency department visit.The UCC is staffed by family doctors, emergency physicians, nurses, psychiatric nurses, and technicians to provide services like x-rays, ultrasounds, and lab testing on site..Nurse practitioners help manage patients with less severe conditions.Regina resident Murray B. praised the concept. "I strongly believe the Urgent Care Centre was very much needed in Regina, and it is such an elegant way to bridge the gap between issues that cannot wait for a doctor's office but probably are not considered an emergency," he said. "The laboratory, x-ray, and ultrasound capability on site only add to its effectiveness.".MAGA supporting Christian artist Sean Feucht faces more cancelled concerts across Canada.Services include treating infections, minor injuries, broken bones, burns, eye injuries, abdominal pain, and shortness of breath. It also offers heart monitoring and intravenous therapy. .It provides mental health and addictions support, including assessment, counselling, prescriptions, and referrals. This helps divert patients from emergency departments for issues like depression, anxiety, overwhelming stress, grief, and addiction management. "The Regina Urgent Care Centre has made a big difference in the care available in Regina and greatly exceeded expectations," said Saskatchewan Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill. "By having that Urgent Care Centre in place, people have more options to receive the care they need when they need it, while offering an important alternative to emergency departments. I want to thank all of the physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, and healthcare workers for their hard work to make this facility a success."Hospitals of Regina Foundation President Dino Sophocleous highlighted community support funding the centre's technology. ."We were pleased to fund the technology and equipment for our brand new Urgent Care Centre in Regina," said Sophocleous. "This investment is part of our mission to improve healthcare for the people of Regina and southern Saskatchewan. This incredible project was only possible thanks to the generous support of our donors and our amazing community. Nothing we do happens without them, and we are forever grateful.”SHA Chief Operating Officer Derek Miller expressed pride in the care delivered, calling the UCC critical for strengthening the healthcare system and improving timely access..UPDATED: Judge rules not guilty in Hockey Canada sexual assault trial for all 5 accused."I am incredibly proud of the care delivered at the Regina Urgent Care Centre in its first year," said Miller."The SHA thanks our healthcare professionals and physicians for their commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in this first-of-its-kind facility. Their efforts in response to higher-than-anticipated public demand have made a meaningful difference for thousands of patients and families. This milestone highlights the critical role urgent care plays in strengthening the broader health system and improving timely access to care for Regina residents.".Despite the successes, Sask NDP Rural and Remote Health Critic Jared Clarke criticized the government. "The Sask Party government had a year to staff up the Regina urgent care centre, and they still failed," said Clarke.Clarke pointed out that the centre operates on reduced hours instead of the planned 24/7 schedule and lacked staff for a busy weekend..Saskatoon inquest finds man wanted suicide by police during confrontation.Construction is now underway for an urgent care centre in Saskatoon. Planning is also starting for centres in Prince Albert, Moose Jaw, North Battleford, and second locations in both Regina and Saskatoon.
