Coverage found for temporary disruption at Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre

DRAYTON VALLEY - Physician coverage has been found for the previously announced emergency department (ED) disruption at the Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre from 8 a.m. Jan. 26 to 8 a.m. Jan. 27.

This disruption has been cancelled.

AHS is grateful for the support of local physicians who have helped to minimize this disruption for the community by extending existing shifts where possible. AHS also appreciates the support of surrounding healthcare centres and staff and would like to thank the community for its understanding during this time.

Alberta Health Services provides acute care services for more than five million Albertans at hospitals, urgent care centres and health centres across the province. Our mission is to provide excellent and accessible patient-focused healthcare for all Albertans. Our current focus is on reducing emergency department wait times, increasing access to surgeries and improving patient flow.