Toronto walk-in clinics can be hit or miss, so you need to know where to find a good one for when you'll need its services the most. Not all clinics are the same - some keep later hours, or are open weekends, while others specialize in certain types of conditions or treatments.
Here are my picks for the top walk-in clinics in Toronto by neighbourhood.
ANNEX
With services ranging from STD testing to treating minor emergencies, Downtown Doctors on Spadina is a reliable option. They also have an on-site lab to offer quick testing results and offer service in English, French and Spanish. They're open Monday to Saturday.
BEACHES
Services at the Beaches Family Practice include minor surgery, medical tests, flu shots, lab access and ear syringing. Hours range depending on physician availability so they suggest you call ahead to check availability and wait times.
BLOORDALE
RollCare Medical Services is located near Bloor and Lansdowne and offers walk-in service on weekdays only. They also have a pharmacy for any prescription needs.
CHURCH WELLESLEY VILLAGE
Carlton & Church Medical & Walk-In Clinic is located in the Loblaws at Maple Leaf Gardens and operates seven days a week. They provide a variety of services, including casting, allergy shots, and travel medicine.
CORKTOWN
Sumac Creek Health Centre is available for walk-in service six days of the week, with the off day being Saturdays. They're located just off of Dundas for convenient access to basic medical services.
THE DANFORTH
On top of conveniently being right next to Broadview station, Albany Medical Clinic is open every day of the week - including holidays. They provide x-ray services, physiotherapy, ultrasound, and have an on-site pharmacy.
EGLINTON WEST
Upper Village Walk In Medical Centre is a walk-in at Eglinton and Bathurst that's open Monday to Friday and offers general practitioner service whether you need help with an ear ache or a sore throat.
ETOBICOKE
Cloverdale Walk in and Pharmacy offers walk-in hours from Monday to Saturday and an on-site pharmacy. This is a great option in the west end for dealing with any minor injuries or illnesses and filling timely prescriptions.
FINANCIAL DISTRICT
Patient Networks' walk-in clinic is located near the Eaton Centre and many corporate offices. Their website is definitely helpful as they have a wait time indicator, so you can check ahead of time to know if you're in for a long wait.
HARBOURFRONT
You can walk into the WellOne walk-in clinic between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. during any weekday. You can also book an appointment at the clinic, although make sure you're on time or cancel well in advance to avoid any fees. They'll treat any acute conditions but will only address one concern per visit.
HIGH PARK
Just a few steps from Keele station, Keele Station Medical has newly opened and offers walk-in services Monday to Friday. If you don't have a family doctor, their doctor's office is also currently accepting new patients.
LEASIDE
You'll be able to receive treatment advice in a bunch of different languages at East York Medical Health Centre including Gujarati, Hindi, Persian, Spanish and Tamil, to name a few. They're open later than most clinics on weekdays (until 8 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays) and are also open on weekends.
LIBERTY VILLAGE
With no appointment necessary, East Liberty Medical Centre provides a walk-in service for all ages. They have an on-site lab for quick test results. This clinic is open every day of the week and is open late during weekdays.
LITTLE ITALY
College Care Medical Walk-in Clinic offers a walk-in service Monday to Saturday and can provide service in Portuguese for minor illnesses and injuries for all ages including youth and children.
MOUNT PLEASANT
The Mount Pleasant branch of MCI the Doctor's Office is open every day of the week and is part of a larger network of clinics all over the GTA. They're part of a larger web of medical services such as chiropractic care, naturopathy and physiotherapy if you need a referral for extra care.
NORTH YORK
Aside from general walk-in care, Northtown Medical also provides flu shots, sexual health counselling and testing as well as skin examines. Their walk-in hours are short though, and they're closed on Fridays and Sundays.
PARKDALE
The list of services at Parkdale Walk-In Clinic at Queen and Lansdowne is pretty lengthy. Some services include driver's physical exams, wounds and burn treatments and baby exams. They have walk-in hours seven days a week.
SCARBOROUGH
Markham McNicoll Urgent Care Centre offers services such as blood and urine tests, x-rays, and a range of treatment for minor injuries. The clinic is open every day as well as on holidays including Christmas and New Years Day.
ST. CLAIR WEST
Good Health Medical Walk-In Clinic is located at St. Clair and Dufferin and is open Monday to Friday. Call in or just walk in to receive treatment with no referral required.
YONGE AND DUNDAS
Appletree Medical Centre is located centrally in the heart of downtown, this clinic offers walk-in services for treatment of minor injuries and illnesses. Plan your visit by calling ahead as their hours vary.
YONGE AND EGLINTON
Eglinton Station Medical Centre is just a quick walk away from Eglinton station. This clinic is open Monday to Saturday and offers solutions for a range of medical conditions. They are currently accepting new patients at their family medical centre if you don't have a family doctor and they offer flu shots for prevention during this flu-filled time of year.
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