Online doctor in Red Deer. Get a virtual consultation in minutes
No need to search for a walk-in clinic or wait days for an appointment. Our team of licensed online doctors in Red Deer is available 24/7 to provide prescriptions, mental health support, sick notes, and more across Red Deer, so you can get a consultation anytime, anywhere, in just a few clicks.
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Red Deer virtual walk-in clinic for everyday & urgent care
- Quick diagnosis and treatment plan in urban and rural areas
- Connect with an online doctor in Alberta 24/7 with less than 30 seconds of wait time
- Online prescription and renewals sent to your local pharmacy in Red Deer Region
- Doctor’s note for school or work
- Lab and imaging requisition
- Annual checkups done online
- Access to mental health counselling
- Access to online nutritionists and weight-loss consultations.
How to see a doctor online in Red Deer?
Describe your issue
Download our app, register, and tell us about your medical issue to get started.
Speak to an online doctor 24/7
Connect with a licensed doctor. You can chat and send pictures or videos.
Get personalized virtual care
Receive referrals, prescriptions, mental health support, lab requisitions, and virtual consultations tailored to your condition.
Skip Red Deer walk-in clinic wait times and get care online
You can see our licensed virtual doctors in minutes. No wait, no travel, just expert care at your fingertips.
Your Doctors Online
- Anywhere in Red Deer
- ~No wait time
Discovery Walk-In & Medical Clinic
- Red Deer, AB
- ~1 hour wait time
Village Mall Walk In Clinic
- Red Deer, AB
- ~2 hours wait time
Saint Mary Family & Walk-In Clinic
- Red Deer, AB
- ~1 hour wait time
24-hour online doctor in Red Deer for urgent healthcare
Red Deer, Alberta, located midway between Calgary and Edmonton, is home to over 112,917 residents, including growing families, busy professionals, and aging adults. Like many communities in Alberta, Red Deer is facing a shortage of primary care providers, with nearly 1 in 5 adults in the province not having a family doctor.
As a result, people often turn to walk-in clinics or overcrowded emergency rooms for non-urgent issues. Red Deer also faces common health challenges seen across Alberta, where chronic conditions such as heart disease and diabetes require regular follow-up and ongoing care. However, physician shortages make it difficult for many residents to get timely treatment.
That’s where Your Doctors Online comes in. We offer fast, convenient, and trusted virtual medical care for Red Deer residents, without the wait. Instead of searching “walk-in clinic in Red Deer near me” and waiting hours, get care anytime, day or night, with online prescriptions, referrals, and mental health support when you need it most.
Online doctor appointments and consultations in Calgary
Online doctor appointments in Red Deer
You can consult an online doctor from the comfort of your home, which is super handy on cold, snowy Red Deer days or if you live in a rural area outside the city. Get treatment for everyday health problems and chronic conditions without driving on icy roads or arranging childcare.
For Red Deer families, this means quicker care for kids’ sniffles or injuries without the meltdown of sitting in a waiting room. And because the service is available 24/7, you can book an appointment after hours or on weekends when local clinics might be closed.
Online prescriptions in Red Deer
The traditional way of getting a prescription means booking a visit and waiting around. With YDO’s online prescription service in Red Deer, those days of delay are over. You can have a quick virtual doctor’s consultation and get the prescription sent straight to your local pharmacy within minutes. Our online doctors in Red Deer can prescribe medications for many common conditions, including:
- Nitrofurantoin for UTI (urinary tract infection)
- Asthma inhaler
- Lisinopril refills for blood pressure
- Acne cream prescription, such as Tretinoin prescription
With 45% of Canadians living with at least one chronic disease, it means many Red Deer locals require regular medications. Instead of worrying about running out of pills or waiting days for a renewal, you can book a virtual appointment to renew your prescription across Canada.
Real doctor’s notes in Red Deer
Employers and schools may ask for a sick note to support sick leave, missed classes, or exam deferrals. With our telehealth service, instead of waiting at a clinic while you’re sick, you can talk to a licensed primary care provider and get a medical note. From a doctor’s note for food poisoning to a sick note for stress, each document:
- Complies with Alberta workplace and school standards
- Confirms you were medically assessed
- Includes visit date and time-off guidance
Phone & virtual consultations for non-emergency medical conditions
Not comfortable with text chat? That’s completely okay. With Your Doctors Online (YDO), you can choose to speak with a doctor by phone or video, whichever feels most natural to you.
Sometimes, hearing a calm and reassuring voice makes all the difference. With a phone consultation, a doctor calls you to listen, ask questions, and guide you through your symptoms. If you prefer face-to-face care, video visits let you show concerns like rashes or a sore throat using your phone or computer.
You can stay comfortable at home, in your own space, knowing your visit is private, secure, and stress-free.
Virtual walk-in clinic
Red Deer’s walk-in clinic wait times often average 70 minutes or more. When you’re feeling unwell, that’s a long time to wait. We offer a faster virtual walk-in clinic. Instead of sitting in a crowded waiting room, you can speak with a licensed Canadian doctor from home, often in under 5 minutes. Our virtual clinic is a simple option for:
- Non-emergency conditions that need quick treatment
- Prescription refills and follow-up care
- Personalized advice and next-step guidance
- Specialist referrals, even when you do not have a family doctor
In fact, studies show that about 9% of emergency room visits in Alberta could be handled through telehealth, helping patients access quality healthcare faster.
Frequently asked questions
What is Your Doctors Online?
Your Doctors Online is a 24/7 virtual healthcare clinic that connects you with licensed telehealth providers through secure chat, audio, or video. From prescriptions, lab requisitions, to doctors’ notes, you can get a range of medical services from your phone or computer without going to a walk-in clinic.
How fast can I talk to a doctor online in Red Deer?
Very fast. Our goal is to connect you to our clinical team in under a minute, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The connection is less than 30 seconds, and there is no need to book days or weeks in advance.
Are your healthcare providers licensed in Red Deer?
Yes. All supervising physicians on Your Doctors Online are fully licensed in the regions where they practice. They follow the same standards of care as in-person clinics and must comply with their provincial or state medical college or board.
What kind of health issues can you help with?
We can help with most concerns you’d normally bring to a family doctor or walk-in clinic, such as:
- Cough, cold, flu, fever
- UTIs and other infections
- Skin issues (rashes, acne, sores)
- Stomach problems (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation)
- Allergies
- Mild mental health concerns (anxiety, low mood)
- Medication questions, refills, and side effects
If we can’t safely manage your condition online, we’ll tell you and advise where to go next.
When should I not use Your Doctors Online?
We’re not for emergencies. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:
- Chest pain or trouble breathing
- Signs of stroke (face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty)
- Severe injury or major bleeding
- Sudden, severe pain
- Thoughts of self-harm or harming others
We also don’t prescribe controlled substances (like narcotics or benzodiazepines) and may redirect you to in-person care when needed.
Can you order lab tests and imaging in Red Deer?
Yes. Doctors can provide lab requisitions (e.g., for bloodwork, urine tests, some imaging like X-rays or ultrasounds) when medically indicated. You take the requisition to a local lab or imaging center, and the results are sent back for review.
Can you see my children or other family members?
Yes. With our family-friendly plans, you can use your account to get virtual care for yourself and eligible family members (for example, your children or spouse) as allowed by your plan. You’ll be able to choose who the visit is for when you start a primary care consultation.
Is my information private and secure?
Yes. Your privacy is a top priority. We use strong encryption and store data securely in compliance with healthcare privacy laws in the regions we serve. Your information is never shared with employers or third parties without your consent, except where required by law or for your care (for example, sending prescriptions or lab orders).
Licensed online doctors serving Red Deer & nearby areas
Dr. Kieran Kettyls is a compassionate family physician who specializes in bariatric medicine, women’s health, and in-office procedures. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, he pursued his medical education and training internationally. He provides virtual care for patients across Alberta and British Columbia. He developed an AHS-covered weight loss program focusing on personalized care for obesity, metabolic, and hormonal health.
Real patient stories from Red Deer & across Alberta
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