Devon General Hospital, located at 101 Erie St S in Devon, Alberta, has served the community since 1954 with 24-hour emergency services and a dedicated team of physicians, registered nurses, LPNs, and respiratory therapists. The emergency department features seven ER beds and uses the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients by urgency. As part of Alberta Health Services' Suburban Hospitals Edmonton Zone, Devon General is well-suited for residents of Devon and surrounding communities needing acute care, with complex or specialized cases referred to Edmonton-area hospitals such as the University of Alberta Hospital.
Services & Specialties
24-hour emergency care, Acute care (10 beds), Long-term care (14 beds), Laboratory services, Diagnostic imaging, Mental health services, Addiction and Mental Health — Adult Community Services, Diabetes education, Speech-language rehabilitation, Home care services, Public health services, Interpreter and translation services, Negative pressure room.
Amenities
ATM bank machine in the main lobby
Gift shop (Devon General Hospital Foundation) — books, clothing, jewellery, and personal items, located at the main entrance lobby
Free Wi-Fi — connect to the 'healthspot' network and accept the usage policy in your browser
Wheelchair depot at the main entrance (wheelchairs must be returned upon leaving)
Devon General is a smaller community hospital — if you are experiencing a major cardiac event, stroke, severe trauma, or pediatric emergency, call 911 so paramedics can route you to the most appropriate Edmonton-area facility.
The ED has seven emergency room beds, so during busy periods waits can increase. Calling Health Link 811 first for non-urgent concerns can help you decide if an ER visit is necessary.
Interpreter and translation services are available at the hospital — inform registration staff of your language needs when you arrive.
Visiting at Devon General is based on the patient's wishes and care needs rather than fixed hours, but confirm current visitor guidance with staff upon arrival.
If you need to reach the hospital in advance, call 780-342-7000 for parking details, directions, or service inquiries.
What to Bring
Valid Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card or provincial health card
Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral letters
Personal comfort items (phone charger, snacks, reading material)
A support person or trusted contact's phone number
Payment method for any applicable parking fees or incidentals
Interpreter contact details if you require language support (services are available on-site)
Parking
Devon General Hospital offers designated accessible parking spaces for visitors with disabilities, and the facility features wheelchair-accessible entrances, elevators, and washrooms. Specific parking rates or lot details were not publicly available — contact the hospital directly at 780-342-7000 for current parking information. Online payment for parking citations and permits is available through Alberta Health Services.
Getting There
Devon is a small town approximately 26 km southwest of Edmonton and is not served by Edmonton Transit Service (ETS). Visitors are advised to arrange personal transportation or check with local Devon transit options. For guidance on getting to the hospital, you can also call Health Link at 811.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Devon General Hospital have a 24-hour emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at Devon General Hospital operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.
How many emergency room beds does Devon General Hospital have?
Devon General Hospital has seven emergency room beds, along with 10 acute care beds and 14 long-term care beds.
Is Devon General Hospital a trauma centre?
No, Devon General Hospital does not hold a trauma centre designation. Patients with complex emergencies such as major trauma, cardiac events, or stroke may be stabilized and then transferred to a larger Edmonton-area hospital such as the University of Alberta Hospital.
Are interpreter services available at Devon General Hospital's ER?
Yes, interpreter and translation services are available. Let the registration or triage staff know your language needs when you arrive.
Is there Wi-Fi available for patients at Devon General Hospital?
Yes, free wireless internet is available. Connect to the network named 'healthspot,' open a web browser, read the acceptable use policy, and select 'Accept' to get online.
What amenities are available at Devon General Hospital for visitors?
The hospital has an ATM in the main lobby, a gift shop operated by the Devon General Hospital Foundation near the main entrance, free Wi-Fi, and a wheelchair depot at the entrance. Contact the hospital at 780-342-7000 for the most current information on additional services.
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.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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