Pathways | Urgent and Primary Centre (UPCC)

Urgent and Primary Centre (UPCC) – Richmond City Centre

Healthcare Providers, Mental Health - Adult, Mental Health - Child & Youth, 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.

Provides care for unexpected, non-life-threatening health concerns that require same-day treatment. If your primary care provider is not available (family doctor or nurse practitioner), or you do not have a family doctor, you can go to the Richmond UPCC for illnesses or injuries such as:

Sprains and strains
Cuts, wounds or skin conditions
High fever
Infections, including chest, ear and urinary tract
Asthma
New or worsening pain
Dehydration/constipation
Less serious child illness and injury
Worsening chronic disease
Access to social work and mental health services

X-ray services are available on-site. Please complete Medical Imaging Referral Form and fax it to central intake at Richmond General Hospital. Please note that lab services are not available on-site.