Over 180,000 Edmontonians are currently without a family doctor. Here's how to get the medical documentation you need without waiting months for a GP.
Edmonton's healthcare system is under significant strain, with the Edmonton Zone having one of the longest wait times for new patient acceptance in Alberta. The University of Alberta Hospital's emergency department regularly sees patients seeking routine documentation because they cannot access a family physician. Many Edmonton workers, particularly in the oil and gas sector, need sick notes quickly but face multi-hour waits at walk-in clinics.
| Clinic | Area | Typical Wait |
|---|---|---|
| Kaye Edmonton Clinic | Central Edmonton | 2-4 hours |
| Medicentres (multiple locations) | City-wide | 1-3 hours |
| Millwoods Walk-In Clinic | South Edmonton | 1-2 hours |
| Westmount Medical Clinic | West Edmonton | 2-3 hours |
| Northgate Medical Centre | North Edmonton | 1-3 hours |
Don't let Edmonton's doctor shortage prevent you from getting the medical documentation you need. MedLetter connects you with a CPSA-registered physician who can provide same-day sick notes, return-to-work letters, and medical absence documentation — all online for a flat $49 fee. Accepted by all Edmonton employers including the City of Edmonton, AHS, and major oil and gas companies.
The Alberta Find a Doctor service has over 72,000 Edmontonians on the waitlist with typical wait times of 8-24 months. For immediate medical documentation needs, MedLetter provides same-day service from CPSA-registered physicians for $49.
Options include walk-in clinics (2-5 hour wait), virtual clinics ($50-80), or MedLetter ($49, same-day delivery, no appointment). MedLetter is the fastest for documentation-only needs — fill out a form in 2 minutes, receive your signed note within hours.
Most Edmonton walk-in clinics provide sick notes, but expect 2-5 hour waits. Popular options include Medicentres, Kaye Edmonton Clinic, and Millwoods Walk-In. Many charge $20-30 for the note itself. MedLetter provides the same documentation for $49 with no wait.
Walk-in clinics have limited weekend hours and longer waits. MedLetter is available 7 days a week including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Same-day delivery guaranteed.
Yes. MedLetter sick notes are signed by CPSA-registered physicians and accepted by all Edmonton employers including the City of Edmonton, University of Alberta, NAIT, AHS, and all major employers.
The Alberta Find a Doctor waitlist for Edmonton is currently 8-24 months depending on your area. North Edmonton and newer communities tend to have longer waits due to population growth outpacing physician supply.
Get Your Sick Note in Edmonton — $49