Shoppers Drug Mart

Physical Clinic•Pharmacies

In-Person

5111 Northland Dr NW, Calgary, AB

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5111 Northland Dr NW

Calgary, AB, T2L 2J8

About

This Shoppers Drug Mart location was situated at 5111 Northland Dr NW in the Northland Village area of northwest Calgary, Alberta, serving residents across the T2L postal area and surrounding communities. As a full-service pharmacy, it offered patients a convenient place to manage everyday health needs without the wait times often associated with walk-in clinics or physician offices.

The pharmacy provided a broad range of clinical services that went well beyond simply filling prescriptions. Patients could come in for routine health checks like blood pressure testing, glucose monitoring, and cholesterol assessments, making it a practical stop for anyone keeping an eye on chronic condition management. Vaccination services were also available, including flu shots, COVID-19 vaccines, shingles vaccination, hepatitis A and B, HPV, pneumonia, meningitis, RSV, tetanus, and yellow fever assessment for those preparing for international travel.

For minor ailments and common health concerns, the pharmacy team could assist with conditions like strep throat testing, urinary tract infections, pink eye, skin rashes, eczema, cold sores, canker sores, and various fungal infections including nail fungus, ringworm, jock itch, and oral fungal infections. Patients dealing with digestive issues such as reflux, heartburn, or indigestion could receive guidance as well. Support was also available for concerns like acne, dandruff, insect bites, muscle pain, headache management, and sleep difficulties.

Women's health services included contraception consultations, the morning after pill, treatment for vaginal yeast infections, and support for premenstrual and period cramps, as well as morning sickness. The pharmacy also offered smoking cessation support for those looking to quit, and travel consultation services for patients planning trips abroad.

Having access to this range of services in one location made it easier for northwest Calgary residents to address health concerns quickly and comfortably. Pharmacists are trained healthcare professionals, and this kind of community pharmacy setting allowed patients to ask questions, receive assessments, and pick up medications in a single visit. Please note that according to available information, this location is currently listed as permanently closed, so patients in the area are encouraged to confirm service availability at a nearby Shoppers Drug Mart branch before visiting.

Services Offered

Services

A1C Test

The A1C (HbA1c) test is a blood test that helps estimate average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months. This service provides access to A1C testing for diabetes screening and monitoring, based on clinical need and risk factors.

You’ll receive guidance on how to prepare (if any preparation is required), what your result indicates, and recommended next steps. If results suggest prediabetes or diabetes, you’ll be directed to appropriate follow-up care and management resources.

Acne Treatment

Medical procedures or therapies to reduce or eliminate acne.

Allergy Services

Diagnosis and management of allergic conditions.

Athletes Foot

Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet, often causing itching, scaling, cracking, or burning between the toes. This service provides an assessment to confirm whether symptoms are consistent with athlete’s foot versus other causes of foot rash.

If appropriate, you’ll receive treatment recommendations such as antifungal options and practical self-care steps to improve comfort and reduce spread. You’ll also get guidance on hygiene and prevention to help lower the chance of recurrence.

Blood Pressure Testing

A procedure to measure the force of blood against artery walls, used to diagnose and monitor hypertension.

Canker Sores

Canker sores are small, painful ulcers inside the mouth that can make eating and speaking uncomfortable. This service offers an assessment to confirm that the sores fit typical canker sore patterns and to rule out other causes that may need different care.

You’ll receive recommendations for pain relief and mouth care, along with advice on common triggers and how to support healing. If symptoms are severe, recurrent, or atypical, you’ll be guided on next steps and appropriate follow-up.