Cervical Screening

The SCPCN wants to improve prevention and early detection of cervical cancer. To increase routine screening by patients within the network, the SCPCN has provided specialized training to a Registered Nurse. The nurse provides Pap tests to unattached patients during evening clinics.

At this appointment, the RN will only provide your pap smear. They may consult with a physician who may be able to refill birth control prescriptions. All other prescriptions, labs, or medical concerns must be addressed  by a physician at separate walk-in appointment.

If you do not have a family physician, you can return for your results and any other concernsas a walk-in patient only.

At this time, Registered Nurses do not provide internal exams or breast exams.

Eligibility:

• According to the Canadian Cancer Society, all women should be screened, except women who:
• have had a total hysterectomy for benign reasons
• have never had sexual intercourse
• are under 21
• are over 69 and have previously been screened
• How frequently you should be screened depends on your age and other factors that may increase your risk. For more information, please click here
• https://myhealth.alberta.ca/health/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=hw5266&#hw5269

Referral Process:

• Physician Referral Required: No
• Self Referral: Yes

Hours of Operation:

• Clinic are run in the afternoons or evenings depending on demand and nurse availability, please contact the clinic to schedule an appointment

Location:

Shawnessy Medical Clinic

138-70 Shawville Blvd SW 
Calgary, Alberta T2Y 2Z3

Phone: 403.254.8703      Fax: 403.254.8609

Additional Information:

• Additional Fee for Service: No
• Free Parking: Yes

For best results schedule your appointment when you will not be having your period. Also, avoid douching  or having sex 24 hours prior to your appointment.

If you do not have a family physician or would prefer a female physician perform your pap, you may also contact the Sundance Pap Clinic at 403-254-2030.