High Prairie Health Complex

High Prairie, AB · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 High Prairie

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About High Prairie Health Complex

High Prairie Health Complex is a modern, $228.3-million regional facility located at 4620 53 Ave in High Prairie, Alberta, serving residents of the town, surrounding rural areas, three Métis Settlements, and First Nations communities. The 24/7 emergency department is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists who use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize care, and the facility is equipped with advanced life-saving technology including on-site CT, MRI, and ultrasound imaging. For conditions beyond its scope, the ED can stabilize patients and coordinate transfer to higher-level facilities such as those in Peace River or Grande Prairie.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department General Medicine General Surgery Obstetrics and Gynecology Paediatrics Psychiatry and Mental Health Surgical Services (emergent, urgent, and elective) Diagnostic Imaging: X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan, MRI Laboratory and Pathology Ambulatory Care Respiratory Therapy Renal Program Pre-operative Assessment Inpatient Pharmacy Physiotherapy Dietitian Services Optometry Massage Therapy Walk-In Medical Clinic Family Practice Clinic

Amenities

Parking & Transit

The High Prairie Health Complex is located on a single greenfield site at the west end of High Prairie and is most accessible by personal vehicle. Wheelchair-accessible entry is available. For specific parking details including stall availability and accessibility designations, contact the facility directly at 780-523-6440.

High Prairie is a small rural town with no confirmed public transit routes serving the hospital. Most patients travel by personal vehicle. Patients requiring transportation assistance should contact Alberta Health Services or the facility directly at 780-523-6440.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is available for this facility. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be quieter in rural emergency departments. If your situation is not life-threatening, arriving earlier in the day may mean shorter waits.

🔴 Busier times

Emergency departments across Canada are typically busiest on Monday mornings, Friday evenings, and weekends. Without specific data for High Prairie Health Complex, it is advisable to avoid these peak periods for non-urgent concerns. For true emergencies, go immediately regardless of time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does High Prairie Health Complex have a CT scanner on-site?
Yes. The facility includes a CT scanner, which means eligible patients can receive CT imaging locally in High Prairie without being transferred to a larger centre. MRI and ultrasound services are also available on-site.
Does the High Prairie Health Complex ER offer surgical services?
Yes. The facility performs emergent, urgent, and elective surgeries for both adult and pediatric patients. Urgent and emergent surgical cases are handled by scheduled evening staff seven days a week.
What happens if I need a level of care that High Prairie Health Complex cannot provide?
The emergency department team will stabilize you and coordinate a transfer to a higher-level facility, such as hospitals in Peace River or Grande Prairie, if your condition requires more specialized care than is available on-site.
Is the High Prairie Health Complex connected to other health services on the same site?
Yes. The complex integrates acute care, the J.B. Wood Continuing Care Centre, and an Inter-Professional Building housing private-practice physicians, dentists, and specialists. A Walk-In Clinic, pharmacy, physiotherapy, mental health services, and more are also available within the complex.
Does the emergency department serve Indigenous and Métis communities in the region?
Yes. High Prairie Health Complex was built in part on land donated by the Peavine Métis Settlement and serves residents of three Métis Settlements and surrounding First Nations communities. Interpreter services are available — inform staff of any language needs upon arrival.
How are patients prioritized in the High Prairie Health Complex emergency department?
Patients are triaged using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), a standardized national system that categorizes patients from most critical (Level 1) to least urgent (Level 5). This ensures the sickest patients are seen first, regardless of arrival order.

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 using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

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

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