Rocky Mountain House residents say booking an appointment at the town's only medical clinic has become too difficult, leaving some with no choice but to drive to Sylvan Lake or visit the emergency department for non-urgent medical issues. The Rocky Medical Clinic currently has 12 physicians — 11 family doctors and another who specializes in obstetrics and gynecology. "Other than that, there is no specific time window for booking appointments." The Rocky Medical Clinic is the only clinic in Rocky Mountain House. As a rural community, Rocky Mountain House struggles with physician attraction and retention after physician retirements, something that has made booking appointments more challenging, according to Penick.

Source: CBC News July 22, 2021 12:56 UTC