Eastern Memorial Hospital

1746 Union, Canso, NS (902) 366-2794
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PREDICTED High confidence
1h 38m – 3h 50m
Most likely 2h 42m
Typically 1h 55m – 3h 43m at this hospital

This hospital doesn't report live data.

Estimate based on similar hospitals. Actual conditions may differ substantially. Call hospital to confirm.
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Up to 3h 50m wait expected. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour, free for Nova Scotians. 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.

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Advisory in effect

The emergency department at Easten Memorial Hospital will be temporarily closed from 10 a.m. on Monday, April 27 until 12 p.m. (noon) on Monday, May 11. Virtual urgent care is available on Monday and Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.; Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Thursday to Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Hours subject to change.

Source: Nova Scotia Health·updated 3mo ago

Non-emergency options

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Nearby Alternatives

Strait Richmond Hospital

Cleveland · 37 km away

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St. Mary's Memorial Hospital

Sherbrooke · 81 km away

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St. Martha's Regional Hospital

Antigonish · 84 km away

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About Eastern Memorial

Eastern Memorial Hospital in Canso serves the remote Canso Peninsula on Nova Scotia's Eastern Shore, providing emergency services for one of the oldest fishing communities in North America.

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 Nova Scotia health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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

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