Online doctors or nurse practitioners available in Alberta in minutes, 24/7
No more walk-in clinics, waiting rooms, or time off work — connect with experienced doctors and nurse practitioners online to give you and your family on-demand care when you need it.
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Why choose virtual care?
Finding the right medical care isn’t always easy, but choosing Maple can make those moments a little less stressful. Here’s how:
Less waiting, more convenience: Our doctors and nurse practitioners are online and available to see patients in minutes, anytime, 24/7.
Trusted expertise: All healthcare professionals practicing on Maple are Canadian-licensed. They can diagnose and treat many common medical conditions during your online visit, including issuing any necessary prescriptions or medical notes at their discretion.
A hand-picked network of healthcare professionals ready to help you.
Our physicians and nurse practitioners are licensed in Canada and practice medicine coast-to-coast. They are available online to see patients within minutes, anytime, 24/7.
Don’t delay addressing your health concerns
Our network of doctors and nurse practitioners can diagnose and treat many common medical conditions during your online visit in Alberta, including issuing prescriptions or medical notes at their discretion.
How it Works
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Describe your symptoms
Open the app, click the “Get care” button, and select the type of care that best fits your needs. One of our healthcare providers will review your request and respond in minutes.
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Chat with a doctor or nurse practitioner
Next, you'll be connected to a healthcare provider. Consultations usually take place over secure text message, but the doctor may request video, or audio chat if needed.
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Get a diagnosis or prescription
Doctors and nurse practitioners can advise, diagnose and treat patients during your virtual care visit. You can also receive prescriptions, lab tests and sick notes at the provider’s discretion.
Experience the member advantage
Become a member and enjoy convenient 24/7 primary care for you and your family.
- Enjoy convenient 24/7 virtual care for you and your family.
- Plus, get direct access to speciality care, including mental health, paediatric care, second medical opinions and more.
- Receive an $80 credit to apply toward any specialty visit.
- Get prescriptions, sick notes, lab work and specialist referrals at a provider’s discretion.
Get the member experience
$79.99
per month
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I choose Maple?
With more than a million five-star reviews, Canadians trust Maple to get access to convenient 24/7 care. Talk to Canadian-licensed primary care providers, like doctors, nurse practitioners, and specialists within minutes by phone, video, or text and get your common health issues address quickly and easily. Treat concerns like cold and flu symptoms, allergies, skin rashes, and more, and know you are always getting an online doctor appointment with a high level of care.
How long are wait times to see a doctor in Alberta on Maple?
Wait times to see a doctor online in Alberta on Maple are usually a few minutes. We offer access to doctors and nurse practitioners 24 hours a day in Alberta.
Simply log into Maple, click "Get care", list your symptoms, and get connected with a Canadian-licensed doctor or primary care provider in no time.
Looking for an online pharmacy in Alberta? Our online doctors can fill prescriptions at their discretion, which can be sent directly to your local pharmacy or delivered for free to your home address.
Can I use Maple outside of Alberta?
Yes, you can access a doctor or nurse practitioner virtually through Maple no matter what Canadian province you are in — you’ll just need to update and confirm your location in the app before you get care.
If you're traveling outside Canada and need care, you can speak with one of our healthcare professionals, but they can't provide a prescription unless you are within Canada.
Why is virtual care important in Alberta?
Whether you're in Calgary, Edmonton, or Fort McMurray, virtual care is particularly important in Alberta because it’s a large province with lots of remote areas. It can sometimes be difficult to see a family doctor or get urgent care if there’s a shortage of hospitals or clinics nearby. On the other hand, in the cities, wait times for emergency departments and walk-in clinics can be hours. With Maple, you can get an online doctor appointment in Alberta quickly and easily, so it's less time wasted with peace of mind you’re getting a high level of service.
Can online doctors provide me with online prescriptions and sick notes in Alberta?
Yes, you can get a prescription or request a sick note during your virtual doctor appointment at the providers’ discretion.
Doctors and nurse practitioners can advise, diagnose and treat you during your virtual care visit. You can also receive prescriptions at the provider’s discretion.
Please note that our network of doctors can’t provide prescriptions for controlled medications or narcotics. The doctor or nurse practitioner will let you know if you need to visit a family practice or walk-in clinic in Alberta instead.
To get an online doctor’s note in Alberta, you will need to provide your personal health information, like your symptoms and details of your request in the notes section. You can either see a doctor in minutes or schedule an appointment with a specialist.
What specialists can I see in Alberta with Maple?
Wait times to see a specialist in Alberta are typically upwards of 20 weeks. The benefits of seeing a specialist on Maple are that you can talk to a wide variety of specialists in days without a referral, and you can see them from the comfort of your home.
You can see dermatologists, psychologists, mental health therapists, and migraine specialists online. It’s quick and easy to see a specialist online in Alberta.
Can I get a prescription online in Alberta?
Yes you can, at the provider’s discretion based on your needs. Our network of online doctors and nurse practitioners on Maple can provide a diagnosis and prescription that can be sent to your preferred local pharmacy or arranged for delivery for Alberta residents. Please note that providers cannot prescribe controlled medications or narcotics on Maple.
How do I see a specialist without a referral in Alberta?
With Maple, no referral is needed to see a specialist and you can connect with one in days. All you need to do is click “Get care”, select the specialist you’re looking for, and book an appointment at a time that’s convenient for you. You can see mental health therapists, psychologists, migraine specialists, and dermatologists in Alberta from the comfort of your home.
I searched 'online doctor Alberta' and landed here. Is this the best option?
With health-care providers that are all Canadian-licensed, Maple provides the same level of service you would get from a regular appointment with a doctor or nurse practitioner, with the added benefit of having access to specialists online too. Returning patients started out searching 'online doctor Alberta' and now use Maple for the majority of their families’ healthcare needs.
Speak to a doctor or nurse practitioner online in Alberta
Connect with a Canadian-licensed doctor accepting consultations for new patients. See a doctor online in Alberta with Maple today.