After Hours Care

After Hours Care


The After-Hours Clinic is available for patients of the East Elgin Family Health Team (Doctors Chukwu, Fernando, Poonai, Taylor, and Toogood, and Nurse Practitioners Tracy Nancekivell, Janet Froud and Jessica Johnston)

The After-Hours Clinic is open weeknights, Monday to Thursday from 5:00 – 7:30 pm, and Saturday mornings from 9:00 – 11:30 am. The AHC is accessible by booked appointments only. It is not walk-in. Please call reception at 519-773-3715 after 8:45 am to book an appointment. Masks are required for everyone entering the building.

Urgent Minor Clinical Care

The After Hours Clinic is available for acute minor illness that can not wait until you can see your regular primary care provider. If your provider has appointments available during the day, our reception will offer that appointment first:

  • UTI/bladder infection
  • Sore throats, colds, coughs, ear infections
  • Upper Respiratory Infections
  • Flu like illnesses
  • Rashes
  • Fevers

Emergency Care

The After Hours Clinic is not equipped to manage serious illnesses or accidents. Please call 911 or proceed to the nearest Emergency Room for the following:

  • Chest pain/shortness of breath
  • Possible stroke
  • Eye injuries
  • Lacerations requiring stitches
  • Broken bones
  • Chronic longstanding issues
  • Depression or suicidal ideation (should go to ER)
  • Dressing Changes

Regular Clinical Care

The After Hours Clinic does not replace regular care with your usual primary care provider. Please call and book a daytime appointment for the following:

  • Physicals/drivers/school medicals
  • Chronic disease management
  • Prescription refills
  • Forms including WSIB
  • Notes for work