Sherwood Park ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · AB · Live as of 5:40 p.m. MDT

Shortest: Strathcona Community Hospital at 2h 45m

Average: 2h 45m

Strathcona Community Hospital

24/7 · 9000 Emerald Drive

2h 45m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour, covered by Alberta Health. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Sherwood Park ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Sherwood Park over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Sherwood Park ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

2h45

5am

2h47

6am

2h56

7am

2h48

8am

2h28

9am

2h29

10am

2h4

11am

2h17

12pm

2h44

1pm

2h53

2pm

2h47

3pm

2h23

4pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Sherwood Park ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Sherwood Park

Based on historical wait patterns across Sherwood Park emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Saturdays 2pm avg ~1h 37m

Longest wait Tuesdays 9pm avg ~5h 25m

Nearby ERs Outside Sherwood Park

Devon General Hospital

Devon · 39 km away

Boyle Mccauley Health Centre

Edmonton · 14 km away

Grey Nuns Community Hospital

Edmonton · 16 km away

Misericordia Community Hospital

Edmonton · 23 km away

Northeast Community Health Centre

Edmonton · 10 km away

Emergency Rooms in Sherwood Park

Sherwood Park has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data.

Wait time data for Sherwood Park is sourced from Alberta Health Services (AHS) and updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Sherwood Park use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Sherwood Park

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Sherwood Park ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Alberta pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Sherwood Park right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Sherwood Park right now is at Strathcona Community Hospital with an estimated wait of 2h 45m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Sherwood Park?

Sherwood Park has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Sherwood Park?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Sherwood Park hospitals using data from Alberta Health Services (AHS). Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.

What is the average ER wait time in Sherwood Park?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Sherwood Park is 2h 45m at Strathcona Community Hospital. The average across Sherwood Park's reporting emergency departments is about 2h 45m, but waits vary widely — checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.

Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?

Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.

Where does ERstat get Sherwood Park ER wait time data?

ERstat sources Sherwood Park wait time data from Alberta Health Services (AHS). Data updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes.

What if all Sherwood Park ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Sherwood Park with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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