The Stettler Hospital and Care Centre Emergency Department will close on two separate occasions this week.
Alberta Health Services said Monday in a release that due to a gap in physician coverage, the ED will be closed from 8 a.m. on June 11 to 8 a.m. on June 12 and from 5 p.m. on June 13 until 8 a.m. on June 14.
AHS is working to ensure residents continue to have access to the care they need during this time," AHS said in a release.
"Nursing staff will remain on-site in the ED to provide triage and assessments to patients who present to the department. Patients will be referred to alternative care options depending on their condition. "
Anyone requiring emergency medical care during this time is asked to call 911. EMS calls will be re-routed to surrounding facilities.
Other care services at the Stettler Hospital and Care Centre are not impacted by this temporary closure.
Residents are reminded to call Health Link at 811, which is available 24/7 for non-emergency, health-related questions.
"AHS is grateful for the support of staff and physicians who have helped minimize this temporary disruption as much as possible. Additionally, AHS appreciates the support of surrounding healthcare centres and would like to thank the community for its patience and understanding during this time."
