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Dr Thomas Szabo
Family Physician
About Dr Szabo
Edit profileDr. Thomas Szabo is a veteran Family Physician and Clinical Associate Professor practicing at Advanced Primary Care, located at 611 Meredith Rd NE, Calgary, AB. With over four decades of experience spanning emergency medicine, psychiatry, and family practice, he leads with compassion and innovation. If you've received care from Dr. Szabo, consider leaving a review to help others benefit from his trusted expertise.
Special interest
Dr. Szabo’s clinical interests include urgent care delivery, mental health integration, and chronic disease management. He pioneered the 8th and 8th Health Center model, now a provincial prototype for urgent care, and has served vulnerable populations including the homeless. His global experience includes medical service in West Africa, Saudi Arabia, and the Mariana Islands, reflecting his commitment to equitable healthcare access.
Education and training
He earned his MD from the University of Calgary in 1979, followed by training in Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, and Family Medicine. He is certified in Family and Emergency Medicine by the Canadian College of Family Physicians and holds a Fellowship designation. He also served as a Flight Surgeon and Medical Officer in the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve.
Practice in Advanced Primary Care
Advanced Primary Care
- 200-611 Meredith Rd. N.E., Calgary, AB, T2E 2W5
- 403-375-8900
- 587-475-9764
Frequently Asked Questions
He developed the 8th and 8th Health Center, a multidisciplinary urgent care model that became a provincial prototype, emphasizing teamwork and accessibility.
Yes, his background in psychiatry informs his integrated approach to mental health, offering counseling and collaborative care with behavioral health professionals.
Absolutely—he is a Clinical Associate Professor and former Associate Dean, mentoring future physicians through practical, patient-centered training.
Yes, Advanced Primary Care accepts direct bookings for family medicine services; patients can call (403) 375-8900 to schedule a visit.
He emphasizes early detection, lifestyle counseling, and team-based care to support long-term wellness and reduce future health risks.
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