Royal Columbian Hospital

New Westminster, BC

Current ER wait · BC EdWaitTimes

2h 28m

24/7

Updated 2m ago · All British Columbia hospitals

Shortest wait Mondays 10am avg ~2h 30m
Longest wait Thursdays 7am avg ~6h 40m

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Nearby Alternatives

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Surrey · 7 km away

3h 19m

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1h

Burnaby Hospital

Burnaby · 9 km away

3h 24m

Lions Gate Hospital

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2h 43m

Providence Health Care - Mount Saint Joseph Hospital

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51m

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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.

330 East Columbia St, New Westminster, BC (604) 520-4253 Hospital website

About Royal Columbian 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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Pharmacists in British Columbia can assess and prescribe for dozens of common conditions. See what they can treat →

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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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