Physicians
Richards J.C.
MD, CCFP, ABFM
Awolesi, D.
MD, MMed, FCFP (SA)
Physician Assistant
Linda Parrish
MPAS, CCPA
Primary Care Nurses
Andrea Ames
R.N., B.N.
Sue Harris
R.N.
Services
Click a service for more information.
ABP
Ambulatory Blood Pressure. Monitors blood pressure over a 24 hour period. Performed by PCN's.
PFT
Pulmonary Function Test (Spirometry). Assesses lung function. Performed by our PCN's.
ABI
Ankle Brachial Index. Assessing the peripheral circulation in your extremities.
Chronic Disease Management
Chronic diseases are conditions which are permanent and often requires frequent examinations treatments, education and awareness about maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Complete Physical Exams
Our physical examinations are thorough for early diagnosis and prevention of disease.
Our examinations include:
- Total Body Check-Up
- Weight and Height
- Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Cervical Cancer - Injections
Diagnostic Imaging
We provide referrals for lab and diagnostic testing as required including; ultrasound, x-ray, mammogram, bone density scans, and many others. Some Lab and X-ray services are provided in the same facility at the Bassano Health Centre’s Lab & Diagnostic Imaging Department.
First Prenatal Care and Follow Up
Prenatal care is offered to expectant mothers and their babies. Prenatal services are offered by our physicians to give you the best possible care and to deal with any issues concerning you or your baby that may arise during your pregnancy.
Well Baby and Well Child
We provide baby and child check-ups when required.
Check-up includes:
- Weight/Height Measurements
- Head Circumference Measurements
- General Check Up
Female Health
- Contraceptive Counseling
- Pregnancy Testing
- Female Health Exams
- STD Testing and Treatment
- Immunizations
- Pap smear - The PAP test is a way to examine cells collected from the cervix (the lower, narrow end of the uterus). The purpose of the PAP test is to detect abnormal cells. A PAP test may find cancerous cells and noncancerous conditions such as infection and/or inflammation.
General Referrals
We provide referrals to Specialists, Physiotherapy; Respiratory Therapy; Dietitians; Home care; and other Allied Health Professionals.
Male Health
Our staff strives to promote male health by offering education, counseling and referrals to community resources.
Confidential Health for Men services include:
- Blood Pressure Checks
- Diabetes and Cholesterol
- Healthcare Assessment
- Medical, educational and social service referrals
- STD testing and treatment.
- Work and School physical
Small Surgical Procedures
Procedures includes:
- Biopsies
- Excisions
- Cryotherapy
WCB Service
We do accept WCB cases.
Drivers Medical
Our Physicians perform drivers physicals in accordance with the Alberta Ministry of Transportation. This includes an eye exam. If you have an appointment please bring your glasses or contacts.
Cost: $100
Contact
Address
608 5th Avenue
PO Box 120
Bassano, AB
T0J 0B0
Phone
Fax
403.641.6134
Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
CLOSED: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Statutory Holidays: Closed
Walk in Hours
Monday: 9am - 11:30am
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 11:30am
1:30pm - 3:30pm
How to Get Here
Statutory Holidays
The Bassano Medical Clinic will be closed for the following Statutory Holidays in 2018:
New Year's Day - Jan 1
Family Day - Feb 19
Good Friday - Mar 30
Easter Monday - April 2
Victoria Day - May 21
Canada Day - July 2
Civic Holiday - Aug 6
Labour Day - Sept 3
Thanksgiving Day - Oct 8
Remembrance Day - Nov 12
Christmas Day - Dec 25
Boxing Day - Dec 26
Policies
No Abuse Policy
Verbal or Physical abuse of our Clinic Staff will not be tolerated and you may be asked to leave and it could lead to dismissal as a patient of this clinic.
No Show Policy
We require a 24 hour notice to cancel or re-book appointments or you are considered a “No-Show”. Patients with three (3) “No-Show” appointments will be subject to a $50 fee and may result in temporary suspension of services until the matter is resolved.
Prescription Renewal Policies
A Clinic appointment is required for all Prescription Renewals.
Here are some suggestions to help in the prevention of running out of medication:
- Make a follow-up appointment before you leave the doctor’s office.
- If you did not book a follow up appointment, make sure you call and make an appointment 2-3 weeks prior to running out of your medication.
- Bring your current medications to each appointment (or a list available from your pharmacy).
Change to our Prescription Renewal Policy
Effective January 1, 2018
Faxed prescription renewal requests will no longer be refilled – you will require a Clinic appointment for all prescription refills.
News
Announcements
May 9th 2018
Dr. Awolesi is now accepting and seeing new patients. Call now to schedule your appointment.
May 29th 2018
Dr. Leena El-Isa will be looking after Dr. Richards and Dr Awolesi's patients while they are away.
AHS South Zone
RhPAP
Meet Your Rural Physicians
Resources
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- health conditions
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- medications
- tests and treatments
- educational videos
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- emergency phone numbers
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We are part of the Palliser Primary Care Network
The Palliser Primary Care Network provides services for patients in south-eastern Alberta. A group of more than 70 family physicians and 60 health care professionals work together to improve primary care for our patients.
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