Provost Health Centre

Provost, AB · Open 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week

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This emergency department is open around the clock.

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About Provost Health Centre

Provost Health Centre is a full-service rural hospital located at 5002 54 Ave in Provost, Alberta, providing 24/7 emergency department care to residents of the Provost area and surrounding communities. The ER is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists, and uses the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patient care. For conditions beyond the facility's scope, the centre can stabilize patients and coordinate transfers via ground ambulance, fixed-wing aircraft, or STARS to regional centres including Wainwright, Lloydminster, Edmonton, and others.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Triage using Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) General X-Ray / Diagnostic Radiography (Mon–Fri, 8:30 am–4:30 pm) Laboratory Services (Mon–Thu, 8:00 am–4:30 pm) Obstetrics and Maternity Care Surgical Services (minor procedures and elective surgery) Cardiac Monitoring Respiratory Therapy Continuing Care (24/7 residential) Palliative and Respite Care Nutrition Counselling (Adults and Pediatric) Occupational Therapy (Outpatient/Community) Telehealth — Newborn/Pediatric Emergency Connection to Stollery Hospital (Edmonton) Interpreter/Translation Services Patient Transfer Coordination (STARS, fixed-wing, ground ambulance) Primary Care Network (PCN) — multidisciplinary team care On-site Pharmacy (Mon–Fri, 8:30 am–3:00 pm)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Provost Health Centre is a small rural facility with surface lot parking typical of Alberta Health Services community hospitals. An ambulance bay is on site, and wheelchair-accessible entry is available. No parking fees have been publicly documented. For specific parking questions, contact the facility at 780-753-2291.

Provost is a rural town with no documented public transit routes serving the hospital. Personal vehicle or ambulance are the primary means of reaching the facility. Contact the Town of Provost directly for information on any local transportation assistance programs.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for Provost Health Centre. As a rural 24/7 emergency department, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be quieter at facilities of this size. For non-life-threatening concerns, arriving earlier in the day on a weekday also allows access to on-site diagnostics such as X-ray and lab services.

🔴 Busier times

Without specific historical wait data, general guidance applies: Monday mornings and Friday afternoons often see higher volumes as patients address concerns held over the weekend or before the weekend begins. Evenings after 5:00 pm may also be busier as physician clinic hours end and patients redirect to the ER for after-hours care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Provost Health Centre have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes. The Provost Health Centre emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. The ER is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists.
Can Provost Health Centre handle pediatric or newborn emergencies?
Yes. For pediatric and newborn emergencies, the facility has mobile telehealth capability that connects medical staff directly to the Stollery Children's Hospital in Edmonton, allowing remote specialist consultation during emergency situations.
What happens if my condition requires care beyond what Provost Health Centre can provide?
The emergency team can stabilize you and arrange transfer to a higher-level facility. Transfers are available via ground ambulance, fixed-wing aircraft (Rapid North), or STARS air ambulance. Common receiving centres include Wainwright, Lloydminster, Red Deer, Edmonton, Camrose, and Saskatoon.
Are X-ray and lab services available around the clock at Provost Health Centre?
No — diagnostic services have limited hours. General X-ray is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Laboratory services run Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Emergency diagnostic needs outside these hours are managed by the on-call care team.
Does Provost Health Centre offer maternity and obstetrics services?
Yes. Obstetrics services are available, and the centre sees approximately 100 maternity patients per year. A GP Surgeon and GP Anesthetist are available, and elective procedures including C-sections are performed at the facility.
Is there a pharmacy at Provost Health Centre, and can I fill a prescription after my ER visit?
Yes, there is an on-site pharmacy reachable at 780-753-3316, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. A doctor's prescription is required. If you are discharged outside pharmacy hours or on a weekend, you will need to arrange your prescription at an off-site pharmacy.

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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