Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Travel Health Clinic in Airdrie
Polaris Travel Clinic & Pharmacy is a specialized healthcare provider dedicated to travel health services in Airdrie and Calgary. Our innovative model combines clinical expertise with pharmacy services, offering pre-travel consultations, vaccinations, and travel-related prescriptions. Certified by the Public Health Agency of Canada as a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre, our practitioners hold the Certificate in Travel Health from the International Society of Travel Medicine. We prioritize patient education, providing destination-specific health plans to ensure safe travel.Our team collaborates with Alberta Health Services employees, offering discounts and direct billing options for convenience. As a community-focused clinic, we donate $1 per travel vaccine to charity and provide non-travel services like medication reviews and immunizations. Our facility operates with a clinical-first approach, minimizing retail distractions to focus on personalized care. With extended weekday hours and Saturday availability, we aim to be the region's premier travel health destination.
Services
Travel Health Consultations
Vaccinations
Prescription Services
Travel Retail Products
Non-Travel Immunizations
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Certified Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre by Public Health Agency of Canada
- Direct billing available for employee drug benefits plans
- No hidden fees for vaccinations or prescriptions
- Travel health practitioners with Certificate in Travel Health (ISTM)
- Donate $1 per travel vaccine to charity
Associations and certifications
- Public Health Agency of Canada
- International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM)
Services
Travel Health Consultations
Personalized travel health planning with destination-specific risk assessments. Our certified practitioners create customized health plans including vaccination schedules and medication prescriptions. Services include comprehensive travel health education to prevent illness during international trips.
Vaccinations
Full range of travel vaccines including Yellow Fever certification. Specialized administration for children under 5 years old. Our clinic maintains current stock of all required travel vaccines with immediate availability for most immunizations.
Prescription Services
On-site prescription fulfillment for travel-related medications. No additional fees for prescription writing services. Direct billing available for most employee drug benefit plans to simplify medication access.
Travel Retail Products
Specialty travel health products including mosquito nets, insect repellents, and sunscreen. Compact retail section focused exclusively on travel-related health needs. Products selected to complement our clinical services and patient education materials.
Non-Travel Services
Medication reviews and non-travel immunizations under Alberta's Pharmacy Services Framework. Available for comprehensive health management beyond travel-related needs. Includes educational sessions about chronic medical conditions and medication management.
People
Jason Kmet
Pharmacist Licensee and Proprietor
Founder of Polaris Travel Clinic & Pharmacy with Pharmacy License #5094. Specializes in travel health services and innovative pharmacy practice models. Committed to clinical excellence through focused patient care rather than traditional retail pharmacy operations.
Questions
What travel health services do you offer?
We provide pre-travel consultations, vaccinations, travel prescriptions, and destination-specific health education. Our services include Yellow Fever certification and travel-related retail products.
Do you accept insurance for travel vaccines?
Yes, we accept most direct bill drug benefits plans for vaccinations and prescriptions. Check with your provider for specific coverage details.
What are your clinic hours?
We're open Tuesday-Wednesday 12:00-19:30, Thursday-Friday 09:00-16:30, and Saturday 09:00-13:00. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Can you administer vaccines for children under 5?
Yes, our registered nurses provide travel vaccines for children under 5 years old during regular appointment times.
Do you offer non-travel health services?
Yes, we provide medication reviews, non-travel immunizations, and chronic condition education under Alberta's Pharmacy Services Framework.
How do I book an appointment?
Use our online booking system at https://polaristravelclinic.janeapp.com/ or call us at 403-980-8747 for travel health consultations and vaccine appointments.
Reviews (7)
Riley Not Ryan
Jan 18, 2022
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I went here to get 2 of my 3 COVID vaccines. One time by a nurse the other the pharmacist. Both times were quick appointments and both were very friendly.
D. G.
Dec 16, 2021
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The nurse is great but the attendant at front desk is a bit rude and the appointment is too long. It took us almost two hours to get 2 shots done. Not happy.
Andy Osmond
May 21, 2021
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Attended with my wife to get the Covid Pfizer Vaccination and we were impressed. From start to finish the process was very well organised, with friendly and helpful staff. We were dealt with very quickly and had immediate updates communicated to our email and they deserve recognition for a job well done.
Dylan Kormos
May 19, 2021
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I went for my first Covid Vaccine! Which already a win got help from Dr.Doug, he was a delight. Very friendly and informative. Very patient and took time to gauge my preparedness for the vaccine. Gave me time to ask questions and reviewed with me all the details of my shot. THANKS FOR HELPING US BE SAFE AND GET BACK TO OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES. Awesome experience.
Michelle & Andrew
Dec 10, 2020
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I go to Polaris Travel Clinic every time I plan on travelling abroad. They have an extremely friendly staff and take the time to inform you on all risks in the areas you're travelling to. They also keep proper records of everything they've ever given you so it's a simple process to make sure all shots are up to date, and they do direct billing. We also plan on emailing them with any questions we have throughout our travels as they are always fully informed. I highly recommend Polaris Travel clinic.
Kerrie Collingham
Nov 13, 2020
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They are so good with everyone of all ages. just had a flu shot here with my son who was very anxious and after we were done and such, he asked if we could come here if we need to get a needle again! thank you team for making the experience so much nicer!
Sarah T.
Oct 28, 2020
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I have anxiety when it comes to injections, and Jason was very accommodating and kind to me! Best clinic I've ever been to for how they adapted to help me! I highly recommend this clinic and will be back in the future!
