Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be less busy at smaller community emergency departments. Calling Health Link 811 before visiting can help you decide if and when an ER visit is necessary.

Busier times: No historical wait time data is available for Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre. As with most Canadian ERs, evenings, weekends, and Monday mornings can see higher patient volumes. If your condition is not life-threatening, consider calling 811 or visiting during off-peak daytime hours.

About Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre

Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre is a 24/7 acute and continuing care facility located at 5430 47 Avenue in Lacombe, Alberta, serving the town and surrounding central Alberta communities. The Emergency Department is staffed around the clock by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists, with all patients assessed using the standardized Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS). In addition to emergency services, the facility offers a broad range of diagnostic, therapeutic, and mental health supports, making it the primary hospital destination for residents of Lacombe and nearby rural areas.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Cardiac Monitoring, General Radiography (X-Ray), Ultrasound, Laboratory Services, Pharmacy Services, Respiratory Therapy (Outpatient/Community), Physiotherapy (Outpatient/Community), Occupational Therapy (Outpatient/Community), Speech Language Pathology (Outpatient/Community), Addiction and Mental Health Services, Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART), Nutrition Counselling (Adult and Pediatric), Continuing Care (Type A), Transition Services and Social Work, Interpreter/Translation Services, Ambulance Bay On-Site.

Amenities

• Cafeteria open Monday–Friday, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
• Pharmacy open Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 4:15 pm (prescription required)
• Information kiosk and donation drop-off in main lobby
• Patient Information Desk (Room 166A) open daily
• Vending machines (available at select AHS sites)
• Wheelchair-accessible facility throughout
• Ambulance bay on-site

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Tips Before You Go

• If you arrive outside registration hours (Monday–Friday 7:00 am–8:15 pm, weekends 7:00 am–11:00 pm), proceed directly to the Emergency Department for check-in and care.
• The ED is staffed by physicians from Lacombe's two local clinics on a call rotation — one doctor is on duty at a time, so bringing a full list of your medications and health history helps the team treat you efficiently.
• For non-emergency health questions or to determine whether your situation requires an ER visit, call Health Link 811 before coming in — it's available 24/7 and can save you unnecessary wait time.
• Lab and X-Ray services are available at the hospital and your results are accessible across Alberta Health Services facilities, so there's no need to travel to a larger centre for routine diagnostics.
• If you or someone you know is experiencing or has experienced domestic violence, the Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) can be accessed through the Emergency Department — a formal crisis is not required to request a referral.

What to Bring

• Valid Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card or provincial health card
• Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
• Complete list of current medications, including dosages
• List of known allergies and previous medical conditions
• Any relevant medical documents, referral letters, or recent test results
• Emergency contact name and phone number
• Personal comfort items for potential wait times (water bottle, snack, phone charger)
• Payment method for any applicable pharmacy or parking costs

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.