Chatham ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 1:05 a.m. EDT

Shortest: Chatham-Kent Health Alliance at 3h 59m
Average: 3h 59m
5 people waiting now

Chatham-Kent Health Alliance

24/7 · 80 Grand Ave W

3h 59m
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Chatham ER Wait Forecast

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

Chatham ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

3h59
5am
4h21
6am
4h41
7am
4h58
8am
5h4
9am
5h9
10am
5h22
11am
5h16
12pm
4h38
1pm
4h3
2pm
3h22
3pm
1h53
4pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Chatham

Based on historical wait patterns across Chatham 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 Fridays 1pm avg ~41m
Longest wait Tuesdays 9am avg ~4h 29m

Nearby ERs Outside Chatham

Chatham-Kent Health Alliance - Wallaceburg

Wallaceburg · 27 km away

2h 2m

Erie Shores HealthCare

Leamington · 51 km away

4h 35m

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

Leamington · 53 km away

1h–3h 30mPredicted

Four Counties Health Services Corporation

Newbury · 45 km away

45m–2h 30mPredicted

Emergency Rooms in Chatham

Chatham has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 5 people are waiting across Chatham emergency departments.

Wait time data for Chatham is sourced from individual hospital websites and updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Chatham 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 Chatham

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Chatham 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. Ontario 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 Chatham right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Chatham right now is at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance with an estimated wait of 3h 59m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Chatham?
Chatham 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 Chatham?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Chatham hospitals using data from individual hospital websites. 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 Chatham?
Right now the shortest ER wait in Chatham is 3h 59m at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance. The average across Chatham's reporting emergency departments is about 3h 59m, 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 Chatham ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Chatham wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Chatham ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Chatham 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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