What is the current ER wait time at Sault Area Hospital?

The current emergency room wait time at Sault Area Hospital is approximately 4h 41m. This is updated every 15 minutes using official Ontario health data.

Is Sault Area Hospital ER open right now?

Yes, Sault Area Hospital emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to Sault Area Hospital?

The nearest emergency departments to Sault Area Hospital are: Matthews Memorial Hospital — 35 km away; Thessalon Hospital — 66 km away; Blind River District Health Centre — 114 km away; Lady Dunn Health Centre — 165 km away; Chapleau Health Services — 159 km away. Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit Sault Area Hospital emergency room?

ERstat tracks historical wait time patterns at Sault Area Hospital. Generally, early morning weekday hours tend to be quieter at most Canadian ERs. Check the 12-hour forecast on erstat.ca for Sault Area Hospital to plan your visit.

ERstat

Sault Area Hospital

750 Great Northern Rd, Sault Ste Marie, ON (705) 759-3434

Current ER wait

4h 41m

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Source: Sault Area Hospital · as of 12:01 a.m. EDT

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Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

4h41

4am

5h1

5am

5h39

6am

6h1

7am

6h21

8am

6h37

9am

7h40

10am

7h51

11am

8h13

12pm

8h48

1pm

8h44

2pm

8h9

3pm

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Thursdays 7pm avg ~2h 8m

Longest wait Wednesdays 10am avg ~5h 56m

Nearby Alternatives

Matthews Memorial Hospital

Richards Landing · 35 km away

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Thessalon Hospital

Thessalon · 66 km away

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About Sault Area 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 Ontario health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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

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