Pathways | Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC)

Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) - UBC

Healthcare Providers and Public Health

Provided by Vancouver Coastal Health

Provides same-day care for non-life-threatening conditions.

The UBC 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:

High fevers
Sprains and strains caused by minor accidents and falls
Minor bleeding or cuts that require stitches
Minor burns that may require care
Mild to moderate breathing difficulty or asthma attacks
Sinus, oral or lung infections
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation
Minor allergic reactions
Pain or burning when urinating
Non-severe new or worsening pain
New or worsening in mental health concerns
Skin conditions such as rashes or infections

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. Due to high patient volumes, we may stop accepting new patients earlier in the day to ensure our teams have adequate time to care for those already in the queue prior to closing of the UPCC.

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.

The UBC UPCC location also offers the following services: