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Brooks Health Centre is a full-service acute and continuing care hospital operated by Alberta Health Services in Brooks, Alberta, serving the surrounding communities of southeastern Alberta. Its 24/7 emergency department is staffed by emergency and family physicians, registered nurses, LPNs, and respiratory therapists, using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize care. The ED handles a broad range of urgent medical needs, with the ability to stabilize patients and coordinate transfers to Medicine Hat Regional Hospital or Calgary for higher-level specialty care when required.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Triage using Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), Pediatric emergency care, Obstetrics and maternity services, Short-stay surgical services, General surgery, Computed Tomography (CT) imaging, General radiography (X-ray), Endoscopy, Cardiac rehabilitation, Ambulatory care, Audiology, Adult outpatient and community physiotherapy, Addiction and mental health services, Community mental health services, Telehealth for remote specialist consultation, Interpreter and translation services, Stabilization and inter-facility patient transport.
Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, or stroke symptoms — do not drive yourself.
Stroke patients may be assessed via telehealth with a remote neurologist reviewing CT results, but complex stroke cases are typically transferred to Medicine Hat or Calgary — arrive quickly for time-sensitive symptoms.
Mental health crises are handled through the Brooks Health Centre emergency department, which also has an on-site community mental health clinic for follow-up referrals.
Bring your Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card to streamline registration and avoid billing delays.
If you need a translator, interpreter services are available at the ED — let triage staff know your language needs as soon as you arrive.
What to Bring
Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records or referral documents
Health care proxy or personal directive if applicable
Phone charger and personal entertainment for potential waits
Comfortable clothing and a warm layer
Payment method for any incidental costs (e.g., parking)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brooks Health Centre emergency department open 24 hours?
Yes, the Brooks Health Centre emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Can Brooks Health Centre treat stroke patients?
The ED can assess and stabilize potential stroke patients, and telehealth technology is available allowing a remote neurologist to review CT results and initiate stroke thrombolysis treatment in Brooks. However, complex stroke cases may still require transfer to Medicine Hat Regional Hospital or Calgary for ongoing specialized care.
Does Brooks Health Centre have mental health emergency services?
Yes. Patients experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency are directed to the Brooks Health Centre emergency department. The facility also has an on-site Brooks Community Mental Health Clinic for community-based and follow-up mental health care.
What specialties are available at Brooks Health Centre beyond emergency care?
In addition to the 24/7 emergency department, the hospital offers general surgery, obstetrics and maternity care, pediatric services, CT imaging, endoscopy, physiotherapy, cardiac rehabilitation, audiology, addiction services, and public health nursing programs.
Are interpreter services available at the Brooks Health Centre ER?
Yes. Interpreter and translation services are available at the emergency department. Inform triage staff of your language needs as soon as you arrive.
What should I do if my condition requires care beyond what Brooks Health Centre can provide?
Brooks Health Centre can stabilize patients and coordinate transport to a higher level of care. For complex or specialized cases, patients may be transferred to Medicine Hat Regional Hospital or a Calgary facility. Emergency staff will make this determination and arrange the appropriate transfer.