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Aurora Skin and Vein Clinic   at
Red Deer 3947 50A Avenue
Specialty: General Surgery
Estimated time to routine appointment: Varies by Service
Alberta Health Services - Connect Care Partner
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
Modern Care of anorectal and varicose veins. Pathology, full spectrum of general surgery's and services offered.The clinic provides assessment and treatment for a variety of general surgical conditions in a professional and patient-focused setting. We specialize in the management of common general surgery concerns, anorectal conditions such as hemorrhoids and fissures, and varicose veins. Minor soft tissue excisions are performed for conditions such as lipomas and sebaceous cysts. The clinic also offers medical Botox injections performed by experienced medical professionals.
Modern Care of anorectal and varicose veins. Pathology, full spectrum of general surgery's and services offered.The clinic provides assessment and treatment for a variety of general surgical conditions in a professional and patient-focused setting. We specialize in the management of common general surgery concerns, anorectal conditions such as hemorrhoids and fissures, and varicose veins. Minor soft tissue excisions are performed for conditions such as lipomas and sebaceous cysts. The clinic also offers medical Botox injections performed by experienced medical professionals.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Accepting patients aged 18 and older, except for transfers of care for patients aged 17 and above.
For General Surgery referrals, please review the “Reasons for Referral” table below to confirm eligibility requirements.
Accepting patients aged 18 and older, except for transfers of care for patients aged 17 and above.
For General Surgery referrals, please review the “Reasons for Referral” table below to confirm eligibility requirements.
Referral instructions for primary care, community care, private
providers etc. who do not send referrals via Connect Care.
REFERRAL PROCESS - FOR NON-CONNECT CARE USERS
Please provide a written communication and fax it to the service using the contact information on this profile.
Please provide a written communication and fax it to the service using the contact information on this profile.
REFERRAL PROCESS - FOR CONNECT CARE USERS
An Outgoing Referral is required for this service.
Change the referral class to “Outgoing Referral” on the Ambulatory Order and complete order.
Outgoing orders are not sent electronically and require processing in work queue 5.
An Outgoing Referral is required for this service.
Change the referral class to “Outgoing Referral” on the Ambulatory Order and complete order.
Outgoing orders are not sent electronically and require processing in work queue 5.
 
PHONE
403-358-5818
FAX
403-358-7797
REFERRAL PHONE
403-358-5818
REFERRAL FAX
833-627-7022 for General Surgery Referrals only
403-476-4736 for Endoscopy referrals only
403-358-7797 for Medical Botox Injections and Venous Diseases
REFERRAL FORM
Please provide a written communication.
Please provide a written communication.
LINKED SPECIALISTS
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Routine Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Investigation Timing
Additional Details
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Abdominal pain
  • Include detailed documentation or medical summary of completed Chronic Abdominal Pain Primary Care Pathway including treatments tried if available.
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    N/A
    Chronic abdominal pain
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    Abnormal imaging
  • Description of symptoms, i.e., unintended weight loss, and reason for requesting imaging
  • Copy of abnormal imaging report
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    N/A
    Abnormal Imaging (Imaging of gastrointestinal tract abnormal)
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    Barrett's esophagus
  • Include detailed documentation or medical summary of completed GERD Primary Care Pathway including treatments tried if available.
    •  
    N/A
    • Duration of symptoms
    • Diagnosis if present
    • Use of PPI
     
    Within 1 month
  • CBC
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    Within 6 months
    • Refer to the GERD Primary Care Pathway to help guide the care of your patient prior to referral.
    • Previous gastroscopy report and pathology report
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    Biopsy of lymph node
    Fine needle aspiration result
     
    N/A
    Location
     
    N/A
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    Biopsy of muscle
    N/A
     
    N/A
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    Chronic abdominal pain
    Include detailed documentation or medical summary of completed Chronic Abdominal Pain Primary Care Pathway including treatments tried if available.
     
    During the time frame of current illness
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    Chronic constipation
    During the time frame of current illness:
    • CBC
    • Family history of colorectal cancer
    • History of screening for colorectal cancer
     
    During the time frame of current illness
    If available
     
    N/A
    DISORDER OF THE GI TRACT (Chronic Constipation)
      • Diagnosing most functional GI complaints does not require endoscopy. Please refer to the corresponding Clinical Pathway prior to referral.
      • Refer to the CLINICAL PATHWAY: CHRONIC CONSTIPATION to help guide the care of your patient prior to referral.
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    Chronic diarrhea
    During the time frame of current illness:
    • CBC, electrolytes, ferritin, C-reactive protein (CRP)
    • Fecal calprotectin test
     
    During the time frame of current illness
    If available:
     
    N/A
    DISORDER OF THE GI TRACT
    Chronic diarrhea is defined as: 3 or more loose/watery stools per day, Onset at least 4 weeks ago
    • Diagnosing most functional GI complaints does not require endoscopy. Please refer to the corresponding Clinical Pathway prior to referral.
    • Refer to the CLINICAL PATHWAY: CHRONIC DIARRHEA to help guide the care of your patient prior to referral.
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    Consultation
    N/A
     
    N/A
    OTHER GENERAL SURGERY CONSULTATION
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    Disorder of anal region
    DRE Findings or explanation of why unable to complete a DRE
     
    During the time frame of current illness
    Include documentation or medical summary of completed Peri-Anal Disease Primary Care Pathway if available
     
    During the time frame of current illness
    DISORDER OF THE ANAL REGION
    • Fissures
    • Fistulas
    • Hemorrhoids

    Refer to Peri-Anal Disease Primary Care Pathway

    If symptoms persist after completing the Peri-Anal Disease Primary Care Pathway, send referral to Central Zone Fast Team.
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    Diverticulitis
    Relevant imaging
     
    N/A
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    Dyspepsia
    • CBC
    • H. pylori test (HpSAT [H. pylori Stool Antigen Test]
     
    During the time frame of current illness
    If available:
    • Include documentation or medical summary of completed Dyspepsia Primary Care Pathway including treatments tried.
    • Any related motility and diagnostic testing as appropriate.
    • Celiac serology results
     
    N/A
    DISORDER OF THE GI TRACT (Dyspepsia)
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    Dysphagia
  • Include detailed medical summary of patient's history, symptoms, description of disease progression, and treatments to date.
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    N/A
    Imaging results if available
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    Esophageal mass
    N/A
     
    N/A
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    Excision of lipoma
    Size and Location
     
    N/A
    SYMPTOMATIC LIPOMA EXCISION
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    Excision of sebaceous cyst
    Size and Location
     
    N/A
    SEBACEOUS CYST EXCISION
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    FIT - fecal immunochemical test positive
    • Include detailed medical history, with list of medications
    • anticoagulant usage
    • co-morbidities (e.g. diabetes)
    • family history of cancer and polyps
     
    N/A
  • Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) stool test indicating microscopic blood is present
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    Within 1 month
  • Body Mass Index (BMI)
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    Within 1 year of referral
    CBC, electrolytes, creatinine/GFR
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    Family history of colorectal cancer
    • Include detailed medical history, with list of medications
    • anticoagulant usage
    • co-morbidities (e.g. diabetes)
    • summary of family history of colorectal cancer and polyps
     
    N/A
  • Body Mass Index (BMI)
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    Within 1 year of referral
  • Copy of previous colonoscopy and pathology reports, if applicable.
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    N/A
    Family history of polyp of colon
    Includes: High Risk Adenomatous Polyps

    Based on the age of affected first degree family members: Family history of colorectal cancer or advanced adenoma in one first degree relative less than or equal to 60 years or 2 or more affected first-degree relatives, any age.
    For more information on surveillance guidelines: Screening for life guidelines
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    Gallbladder calculus
  • Gallbladder imaging
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    N/A
    • Bilirubin
    • ALT
    • ALP
     
    Within 1 year of referral
    SYMPTOMATIC GALLSTONES
    Consider repeat ultrasound if last ultrasound was >1 year or if there are new clinical concerns
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    Gallbladder polyp
    Gallbladder imaging
     
    N/A
    • Bilirubin
    • ALT
    • ALP
     
    Within 1 year of referral
    GALLBLADDER POLYPS
    Consider repeat ultrasound if last ultrasound was >1 year or if there are new clinical concerns
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    Gastroesophageal reflux disease
    Include documentation or medical summary of completed GERD Primary Care Pathway including treatments tried if available
     
    During the time frame of current illness
    DISORDER OF THE GI TRACT
    Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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    History of colorectal cancer
    • Include detailed medical history, with list of medications
    • anticoagulant usage
    • co-morbidities (e.g. diabetes)
    • summary of history of colorectal cancer and polyps
     
    N/A
  • Body Mass Index (BMI)
    •  
    Within 1 year of referral
  • Copy of previous colonoscopy and pathology reports, if applicable.
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    N/A
    • History of polyp of colon
    • Personal history of colorectal neoplasia
    • Includes: Colonic adenomas
    • For more information on surveillance guidelines: Screening for life guidelines
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    Incontinence of feces
    DRE Findings or explanation of why unable to complete a DRE
     
    During the time frame of current illness
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    LSIL on anal pap smear
    DRE findings or explanation of why unable to complete a DRE
     
    N/A
    ANAL LOW-GRADE SQUAMOUS INTRAEPITHELIAL LESIONS (LSIL)/ HIGH-GRADE SQUAMOUS INTRAEPITHELIAL LESIONS (HSIL)
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    Pilonidal disease
    N/A
     
    N/A
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    Rectal bleeding
    • DRE Findings or explanation of why unable to complete a DRE
    • Completed High Risk Rectal Bleeding Checklist or contents of checklist in referral letter
    • Include documentation or medical summary of completed High Risk Rectal Bleeding Pathway for Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Diagnosis Primary Care Pathway
     
    N/A
    • CBC
    • creatinine
    • serum iron
    • TIBC and
    • serum ferritin
     
    During the time frame of current illness
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    Suspected colorectal cancer
    N/A
     
    N/A
    SUSPECTED/KNOWN COLON CANCER
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    Suspected stomach cancer
    N/A
     
    N/A
    SUSPECTED/KNOWN STOMACH CANCER
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    Varicose veins
    Any relevant diagnostic imaging already completed if available
     
    N/A
    VENOUS DISEASE UNCOMPLICATED (VARICOSE VEINS WITHOUT COMPLICATION)
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    Venous disease
    Any relevant diagnostic imaging already completed if available
     
    N/A
    VENOUS DISEASE COMPLICATED (ULCERATION OR BLEEDING)
     
    Includes: Bleeding varix, venous ulcer, recurrent episodes of phlebitis
    PATIENT APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
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    MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
    The General Surgery service requires at least 48-hours’ notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations, no-shows, or arriving more than 10–15 minutes late may lead to rebooking delays or the need for a new referral. Missed pre-operative or procedure-related appointments may require reassessment before rescheduling
    The General Surgery service requires at least 48-hours’ notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations, no-shows, or arriving more than 10–15 minutes late may lead to rebooking delays or the need for a new referral. Missed pre-operative or procedure-related appointments may require reassessment before rescheduling
     
    HOURS OF OPERATION
    Monday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
    Tuesday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
    Wednesday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Thursday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    Friday: 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
       
     
    ADDRESS

    Aurora Skin and Vein Clinic


    3947 50A Avenue
    Red Deer Alberta
    T4N 6V7
    PATIENT APPOINTMENT INSTRUCTIONS
    • Bring your Alberta health care card and a piece of government issued photo ID.
    • Check in at reception 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time.
    • You may bring a family member or significant other during your consultation.
    • Please make sure to have someone with you if you are unable to communicate in English.
    • Bring your Alberta health care card and a piece of government issued photo ID.
    • Check in at reception 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time.
    • You may bring a family member or significant other during your consultation.
    • Please make sure to have someone with you if you are unable to communicate in English.
     
    DIRECTIONS
    Aurora Skin and Vein Clinic is located at 108-3947 50A Avenue in Red Deer, AB. Patients arriving from downtown can head southwest on 50 Avenue, then turn right onto 50A Avenue and follow it to the clinic complex. Those traveling from Highway 2 can take the 32 Street exit toward Red Deer, proceed east, then turn left onto 50 Avenue and right onto 50A Avenue to reach the same location. The clinic is situated in the South Hill medical area within Unit 108 of the building.
    Aurora Skin and Vein Clinic is located at 108-3947 50A Avenue in Red Deer, AB. Patients arriving from downtown can head southwest on 50 Avenue, then turn right onto 50A Avenue and follow it to the clinic complex. Those traveling from Highway 2 can take the 32 Street exit toward Red Deer, proceed east, then turn left onto 50 Avenue and right onto 50A Avenue to reach the same location. The clinic is situated in the South Hill medical area within Unit 108 of the building.
     
    PHONE
    403-358-5818
     
    PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
    Patients attending Aurora Skin & Vein Clinic may park in the on-site parking area directly adjacent to the clinic at 108-3947 50A Avenue. The building provides general parking stalls and is wheelchair-accessible, offering convenient access to the main entrance. Additional public parking options are available along 50A Avenue and surrounding streets within the South Hill area if on-site spaces are full.
    Patients attending Aurora Skin & Vein Clinic may park in the on-site parking area directly adjacent to the clinic at 108-3947 50A Avenue. The building provides general parking stalls and is wheelchair-accessible, offering convenient access to the main entrance. Additional public parking options are available along 50A Avenue and surrounding streets within the South Hill area if on-site spaces are full.
     
    EMAIL
    amlvc@telus.net
    WEBSITE
    https://www.auroraskin.ca
    VIRTUAL APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
    Virtual appointment is not available for this service.
    Virtual appointment is not available for this service.
     
    PARKING MAP
    There is no available parking map for this service.
    There is no available parking map for this service.
     
    WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
    Yes

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