Powell River General Hospital

Powell River, BC

Current ER wait · BC EdWaitTimes

27m

24/7

Updated 4m ago · All British Columbia hospitals

Shortest wait Fridays 9am avg ~13m
Longest wait Sundays 2pm avg ~26h 44m

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Ubc Hospital

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1h 40m

St. Paul's Hospital

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Vancouver General Hospital

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Before you go, check if a pharmacist can help

Your pharmacist can assess and prescribe for 26+ common conditions including UTIs, cold sores, pink eye, allergies, shingles, contraception. No appointment needed.

See all 26 conditions
  • Acne (mild)
  • Allergies (seasonal)
  • Canker sores
  • Cold sores
  • Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
  • Contraception (hormonal & emergency)
  • Dermatitis (atopic & contact)
  • Diaper rash
  • Dry eyes
  • Fungal skin infections (ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch)
  • Headache (tension-type)
  • Heartburn & indigestion
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Impetigo
  • Insect bites & stings
  • Menstrual pain
  • Minor joint & muscle pain
  • Nasal congestion
  • Nicotine dependence (smoking cessation)
  • Oral thrush
  • Pinworms
  • Prescription renewals
  • Shingles
  • UTI (uncomplicated)
  • Warts
  • Yeast infections

All 26 conditions your pharmacist can treat in British Columbia →

No cost for the assessment with a valid BC Health Card. PharmaCare covers the $20 assessment fee. Medication costs may apply.

Source: BC Pharmacy Association

Not sure? Call 811 — a registered nurse can help you decide. Free, confidential, 24/7.

5000 Joyce Ave, Powell River, BC (604) 485-3211 Hospital website

About Powell River General Hospital

This emergency department provides care for the local community. Check current wait times before your visit.

Services

Emergency Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory.

Other Care Options

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About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on British Columbia health data. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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