Beaverlodge Municipal Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. As a general guideline, mid-morning to early afternoon on weekdays tends to be less busy at rural emergency departments. If your condition is not life-threatening, calling ahead at 780-354-2136 may help you plan your visit.

Busier times: Like most emergency departments, Beaverlodge Municipal Hospital may be busier on evenings, weekends, and holidays. No specific historical wait data is available to identify peak periods, so consider these times if your condition allows for flexibility in timing.

About Beaverlodge Municipal Hospital

Beaverlodge Municipal Hospital is an 18-bed acute care facility located in Beaverlodge, Alberta, serving patients across the Peace Country region with 24/7 emergency department services 365 days a year. The ED provides assessment and treatment for major trauma, cardiac events, injuries, and general medical concerns, using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize care. As the oldest AHS-owned hospital in Alberta, it serves rural residents west of Grande Prairie and can stabilize and transfer patients requiring higher-level specialty care when needed.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Triage using Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), Major trauma and cardiac event care, Patient stabilization and inter-facility transfer, Obstetrics, General Radiography (X-ray), Laboratory Services, Pharmacy Services, Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Diabetes Clinic, Palliative Care, Social Work, Addiction and Mental Health Services, Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART), Indigenous Hospital Support Services, Nutrition Counselling – Pediatric Weight Management, Interpreter / Translation Services, Respiratory Therapy.

Amenities

• Patient food services available 7 days a week, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
• On-site Pharmacy Services
• Patient Information Desk (lobby) — Mon–Fri 7:45 am–4:00 pm, Sat–Sun 8:30 am–2:00 pm; calls forwarded 24/7
• Wheelchair accessible facility
• Indigenous Hospital Support Services
• Interpreter / Translation Services
• Volunteer Resources

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Tips Before You Go

• If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency such as a heart attack or stroke, call 911 rather than driving to the hospital so paramedics can begin care immediately.
• The hospital's Patient Information Desk is staffed Monday–Friday 7:45 am–4:00 pm and Saturday–Sunday 8:30 am–2:00 pm; calls are forwarded 24/7 outside those hours if you need to reach the facility.
• If you or a loved one is experiencing domestic violence, you can request a referral to the on-site Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) at the emergency department — participation is voluntary, confidential, and free of charge.
• Indigenous patients and families can request Indigenous Hospital Support Services, including language interpretation, accompaniment to medical appointments, and assistance during hospital rounds.
• If you anticipate needing specialty care beyond what a rural facility provides, be aware that patients may be stabilized and transferred to the Queen Elizabeth II Hospital in Grande Pradesh for advanced services.
• Bring a full list of your current medications and any relevant medical history documents, as this helps the care team make faster and more accurate treatment decisions in the ED.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
• Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical history, test results, or specialist letters
• Health insurance or supplemental benefit information
• Emergency contact names and phone numbers
• Comfortable clothing and any personal comfort items for a potential wait
• Payment method for any applicable fees (e.g., parking)

Frequently Asked Questions

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 Alberta health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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