Lamont Health Care Centre

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. In general, rural emergency departments in Canada tend to be less congested during mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday). If your condition is non-urgent, visiting during these times may result in a shorter wait.

Busier times: No historical data is available to confirm specific peak periods at Lamont Health Care Centre. As a general guide, emergency departments across Canada are typically busiest on Monday mornings, Friday evenings, and weekends. Evenings after 5:00 PM also tend to see increased walk-in volume as physician offices close.

About Lamont Health Care Centre

Lamont Health Care Centre is a full-service rural hospital located at 5216 53 St in Lamont, Alberta, serving approximately 10,000 residents across Lamont County and surrounding communities. The 24/7 emergency department is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists, using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patient care. In addition to emergency services, the centre offers surgery, ophthalmology, rehabilitation, palliative care, and 24/7 continuing care, making it the primary acute care facility for this region approximately 65 km east of Edmonton.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, General Surgery, ENT Surgery, Cataract Removal, Foot and Ankle Podiatric Surgery, Gynecology, General Medicine, Pediatrics, Ophthalmology, Radiology, General Laboratory Services, Endoscopy Services, Cardiac Monitoring, Rehabilitation Services, Palliative Care, 24/7 Residential Continuing Care, Adult Addiction and Mental Health Services, Child, Youth, and Family Mental Health Therapy, Children's Rehabilitation Services, Early Childhood Intervention Program, Addiction Counselling, Environmental Public Health Services, Interpreter/Translation Services.

Amenities

• Cafeteria open 7 days a week, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Vending machines available on site
• Wheelchair accessible facility
• Interpreter and translation services available in the ED

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Tips Before You Go

• Lamont Health Care Centre is a rural facility — patients with high-acuity emergencies such as major trauma, cardiac intervention, or stroke may be stabilized and transferred to a larger Edmonton-area hospital, so call 911 for life-threatening emergencies.
• The cafeteria is open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, so if you anticipate a long wait outside those hours, bring snacks and beverages for yourself and anyone accompanying you.
• Interpreter and translation services are available in the ED — inform triage staff if you or your loved one requires language assistance.
• Since Lamont is approximately 65 km from Edmonton, plan your route in advance, especially in winter when highway conditions on roads like Highway 16 can be hazardous.
• Call the hospital at 780-895-2211 ahead of a non-emergency visit to confirm services, hours, or specific department availability.

What to Bring

• Valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence)
• Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
• List of current medications, dosages, and prescribing physicians
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records or referral documents
• Health insurance information if applicable (e.g., Blue Cross, workplace benefits)
• Snacks, water, and entertainment for potential wait times
• A support person or caregiver 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.