Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre

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

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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📍 Mayerthorpe

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About Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre

Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre is a fully integrated 55-bed rural hospital operated by Alberta Health Services, serving Mayerthorpe and the surrounding Lac Ste. Anne and Yellowhead County communities approximately 120 km northwest of Edmonton. The 24/7 emergency department provides urgent and emergency care alongside on-site X-ray, laboratory, pharmacy, and day surgery services. Patients requiring advanced trauma, cardiac, or stroke intervention may be stabilized and transferred to a larger regional centre in Edmonton.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department General Medicine Acute Care Day Surgery Services & Recovery General Radiography (X-Ray) Laboratory Services On-Site Pharmacy Obstetrics Pediatrics Palliative Care Psychiatry Respiratory Therapy Ambulatory Care Home Care Continuing Care / Long-Term Residential Care Addiction Services (Adult, Youth & Children) Mental Health & Walk-In Counselling Services Sexual Health Services Speech and Language Services Community Health Centre Well Baby Clinic Breastfeeding Clinic Early Childhood Intervention Program Supportive Living Tuberculosis Testing Environmental Public Health School Health Program Therapeutic Recreation Services Respite Care Alberta Aids to Daily Living Program Equipment Loan Program

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Surface parking is available on site, typical of rural Alberta hospital facilities. The building is located south of 46 Avenue on 54 Street in Mayerthorpe. Wheelchair-accessible entry is confirmed. Contact the hospital at 780-786-2261 for specific parking questions.

Mayerthorpe is a rural community with no scheduled public transit routes to the hospital. Most patients arrive by personal vehicle. The facility is accessible via Highway 43 and Highway 22. Contact Alberta Health Services for patient transport program options if needed.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait-time data is currently available for this facility. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less congested on weekday mornings and early afternoons. For non-urgent concerns, consider calling the Health Link 811 line first to determine whether an ER visit is necessary.

🔴 Busier times

Like most emergency departments, Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre may experience higher volumes on evenings, weekends, and holidays. No specific historical data is available — call 811 (Health Link) for guidance on whether your situation requires an ER visit or can be addressed through another service.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes. The emergency department at Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.
What is the phone number for Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre?
You can reach Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre by phone at 780-786-2261. For medical emergencies, always call 911.
Does Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre offer mental health or addiction services?
Yes. The centre provides a wide range of mental health and addiction services including walk-in counselling, assertive outreach, and addiction counselling for children, youth, adults, and older adults — all available on site.
Is there an on-site pharmacy at Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre?
Yes. An on-site pharmacy provides clinical services and medications to inpatients and long-term care residents. Ask your care team about pharmacy services upon discharge.
Will I be transferred to Edmonton if my condition is serious?
Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre provides stabilization and emergency care for a broad range of conditions. Patients requiring highly specialized services such as advanced trauma care, cardiac intervention, or neurosurgery may be transferred to a larger facility in the Edmonton region. Your care team will coordinate any necessary transfer.
Does Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre offer obstetrics and maternity care?
Yes. Obstetrics services are available at Mayerthorpe Health Care Centre. Expectant mothers in the region are encouraged to contact the facility at 780-786-2261 to discuss prenatal care options and delivery planning.

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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