After Hours Contact

Feeling sick and need to see a doctor after hours?

Do you need health care after hours?

After-hours health care is available to people whose health condition is urgent and cannot wait for treatment until regular general practice services are next available. Generally, this means at night, on weekends and public holidays. See exact times below.

After-hours periods

  • 6pm to 8am Monday to Friday
  • 6pm Friday to 8am Saturday
  • 12pm Saturday to 8am Monday
  • All day on public holidays

After-hours health care options

The following medical services are available after hours in the ACT:

ServiceDescriptionContact
CALMSAfter-hours GP clinic
Bookings are by appointment only and fees apply
Phone 1300 422 567
Website: calms.net.au
National Home Doctor ServiceCanberra-wide after-hours GP home visit servicePhone 137 425
Website: homedoctor.com.au
PharmacyFor minor health concerns and medication queriesClick here to find your local after-hours pharmacy
HealthdirectFree advice by telephone from a health professional, available 24/7Phone: 1800 022 222
Website: www.healthdirect.gov.au
Walk-in CentreOne-off treatment for minor illness and injury for patients over 2 years of ageClick here to find your nearest walk-in centre
Emergency DepartmentFor accidents and emergencies, open 24/7Click here to find your nearest emergency department

To see what is happening in your Emergency Department right now, click here.