Consort Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for Consort Hospital. As a general guide, rural emergency departments in Alberta tend to be less congested in mid-morning on weekdays. Arriving earlier in the day when possible may result in shorter waits for non-urgent concerns.

Busier times: No historical wait time data is available to identify peak periods at Consort Hospital specifically. As with most EDs, evenings, weekends, and holidays can see increased demand. Non-urgent visits during these times may result in longer waits, as the sickest patients are always prioritized under the CTAS system.

About Consort Hospital

Consort Hospital and Care Centre, located at 5402 52 Ave in Consort, Alberta, is a rural facility operated by Alberta Health Services that combines acute care, emergency services, and long-term continuing care under one roof. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, serving patients of all ages across east-central Alberta with triage conducted using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS). As a small rural ED, it is best suited for urgent and emergent care needs; patients requiring complex trauma intervention, specialized cardiac procedures, stroke care, or pediatric specialty services may be stabilized and transferred to a larger regional centre.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Triage using Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), Cardiac Monitoring Services, Laboratory Services, General Radiography (X-Ray), Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy Services, Physiotherapy (Outpatient/Community), Occupational Therapy (Outpatient/Community), Speech Language Pathology (Outpatient/Community), Addiction and Mental Health – Addiction Counselling, Nutrition Counselling (Adults and Pediatric), Continuing Care Home (Type A), Consort Medical Clinic (on-site outpatient clinic), Interpreter/Translation Services (inquire at registration).

Amenities

• Cafeteria Services
• Pharmacy Services
• Consort Medical Clinic (on-site)
• Patient Food Services
• Hairdressing Services (for admitted and continuing care patients only)
• Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
• Volunteer Resources

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Tips Before You Go

• Call 911 immediately for life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, or severe trauma — do not drive yourself.
• For non-urgent health concerns, consider calling AHS Health Link at 811 (free, 24/7) before heading to the ER to determine if an ED visit is necessary.
• Consort Hospital is a rural facility — patients with complex trauma, cardiac, stroke, or specialized pediatric needs may be stabilized here and transferred to a larger regional centre.
• The on-site Consort Medical Clinic offers outpatient services and may be an appropriate option for non-emergency medical needs during clinic hours.
• Arrive with your Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card and a list of current medications to help staff assess and treat you as efficiently as possible.

What to Bring

• Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications and dosages
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records or specialist letters
• Health benefits or supplemental insurance information
• Personal comfort items for potential waiting periods (snacks, water, charger)
• A support person or trusted contact if possible, especially for elderly or pediatric patients

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.