Fort Erie ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 7:36 p.m. EDT

Niagara Health System - Douglas Memorial Hospital

24/7 · 230 Bertie St

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Fort Erie ER Wait Forecast

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

Fort Erie ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

1h28
5am
0h37
6am
0h33
7am
0h33
8am
0h33
9am
0h33
10am
0h35
11am
0h32
12pm
0h30
1pm
0h30
2pm
0h30
3pm
0h30
4pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Fort Erie

Based on historical wait patterns across Fort Erie 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 Sundays 3am avg ~30m
Longest wait Wednesdays 1am avg ~5h 51m

Nearby ERs Outside Fort Erie

Niagara Health System - Port Colborne General Site

Port Colborne · 27 km away

1h 8m

Niagara Health System - Greater Niagara General Site

Niagara Falls · 24 km away

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Niagara Health System - Niagara-on-the-Lake Hospital Site

Niagara-On-The-Lake · 40 km away

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Niagara Health System - St. Catharines

St Catharines · 39 km away

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Emergency Rooms in Fort Erie

Fort Erie has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Right now, 6 people are waiting across Fort Erie emergency departments.

Wait time data for Fort Erie 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 Fort Erie 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 Fort Erie

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Fort Erie 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

How many emergency departments are in Fort Erie?
Fort Erie has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Fort Erie?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Fort Erie 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.
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 Fort Erie ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Fort Erie wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Fort Erie ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Fort Erie 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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