Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Community Healthcare Partner Since 1962
Established in 1962, we are a patient-centered healthcare cooperative dedicated to fostering community health through collaboration. Our interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and specialists delivers comprehensive primary care, chronic disease management, reproductive health services, and gender-affirming care. Rooted in values of equity and accountability, we prioritize accessible, holistic care while actively engaging patients in health decisions.With two clinics serving Saskatoon, we integrate pharmacy, lab, and therapy services under one coordinated model. Our 60-year legacy reflects deep local knowledge and commitment to addressing evolving community health needs through innovative programs and partnerships.
Services
Primary Care
Chronic Disease Management
Pharmacy Services
Gender-Affirming Care
Reproductive Health
Lab & Diagnostic Services
Counselling Services
Foot Care
Respiratory Care
Group Health Programs
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- 60 years of continuous service to Saskatoon's healthcare needs
- Integrated team of physicians, pharmacists, and allied health professionals
- Patient-centered care model emphasizing shared decision-making
- Specialized programs for chronic disease and gender-affirming care
- Community-governed cooperative structure ensuring local accountability
What people say
Comprehensive care
Knowledgeable staff
Supportive environment
Integrated services
Caring professionals
Services
Pharmacy Services
Our pharmacies provide 100-day medication supplies, compliance packaging, and prescription transfers. We offer vaccinations, medication reviews, and emergency contraception. Patients receive pharmacist-issued prescriptions for minor ailments and medication reconciliation after hospital discharge. All services are accessible to both clinic patients and the general public with free city-wide delivery available at our Downtown location.
Chronic Disease Management
Our interdisciplinary team supports patients with diabetes, COPD, heart failure, and other chronic conditions. Services include personalized care plans developed by nurses, dietitians, and respiratory educators. We focus on minimizing complications through education, lifestyle modifications, and coordinated specialist referrals while maintaining regular monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans.
Gender-Affirming Care
We provide hormone therapy, puberty suppression, and surgical care planning for transgender and gender-diverse individuals. Services require medical referrals and include lab work, injection training, and document change support. Our team offers short-term counselling and collaborates with primary care providers for long-term care transition after initial treatment stabilization.
Reproductive Health
Comprehensive reproductive services include prenatal care, contraception counselling, STI testing, and fertility support. We offer vasectomies, cervical cancer screening, and postpartum depression support groups. Patients receive referrals for specialized reproductive services while maintaining continuity of care through our interdisciplinary primary health team.
REACH Refugee Clinic
This specialized clinic provides initial health assessments and follow-up care for refugees through a partnership with local health organizations. Services include diagnostic testing, pharmacy access, and nurse practitioner consultations coordinated with cultural support organizations. The program addresses unique health needs of newcomers through a collaborative approach involving medical specialists and community resources.
People
Lisa Clatney
Executive Director
Leading the clinic's strategic direction with over 25 years of healthcare administration experience. Focuses on expanding accessible care models and strengthening community partnerships to improve population health outcomes.
Dr. Larissa Kiesman
Medical Group Lead
Board-certified family physician with special interest in women's health and community medicine. Directs clinical quality improvement initiatives and mentors medical trainees while maintaining active patient care responsibilities.
Meagan Turgeon-Walter
Pharmacy Director
Manages pharmacy operations and clinical programs including medication management services. Specializes in optimizing pharmaceutical care for chronic disease patients and ensuring safe medication practices across all clinic locations.
Toby Esterby
Chief Operations Officer
Oversees day-to-day clinic operations with focus on service delivery optimization. Implements process improvements to enhance patient access and coordinates interdepartmental collaboration across the clinic's multiple service lines.
Trudy Myers
Therapies Director
Licensed occupational therapist managing rehabilitation services including physical therapy, nutrition counseling, and specialized therapy programs. Develops interdisciplinary treatment protocols to improve patient functional outcomes.
Questions
Is the clinic accepting new patients?
Downtown clinic accepts new patients only for prenatal/obstetrical care. Westside clinic serves local neighborhood residents. Check our website for current availability.
Can non-patients use the pharmacy?
Yes, our pharmacies serve both clinic patients and the general public with prescription filling, transfers, and medication consultations available to all customers.
What appointment options exist?
Downtown requires appointments only with limited Saturday walk-ins for existing patients. Westside offers same-day appointments with prior registration.
How to access gender-affirming services?
Services require medical referrals. Complete the intake process by submitting a referral to our health records department to join the waitlist for initial assessment.
Are community programs available?
We offer group programs on chronic disease management, reproductive health, and wellness topics based on community needs assessments.
How to provide feedback?
Contact Member Relations at 306-652-0300 or [emailprotected] for service feedback, or complete our online patient feedback form.
