Royal Alexandra Hospital

Edmonton, AB

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3h 14m

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Shortest wait Fridays 4pm avg ~2h 34m
Longest wait Wednesdays 4am avg ~6h 11m

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About Royal Alexandra Hospital

The Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) in Edmonton, Alberta operates a busy 24/7 emergency department handling over 84,000 visits annually, providing care for major trauma, cardiac emergencies, serious injuries, and general medical conditions. As a major tertiary care teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Alberta, the RAH offers access to specialized services including interventional cardiology, trauma surgery, ophthalmology, and women's health — making it one of the most comprehensively equipped emergency facilities in Western Canada. Patients requiring advanced critical care are supported by a 25-bed General Systems Intensive Care Unit staffed around the clock by intensivists.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Level I Trauma Care (24/7 Trauma Medical Service), Interventional Cardiology (C.K. Hui Heart Centre), General Systems Intensive Care Unit (25 beds), Ophthalmology & Eye Emergencies (Eye Institute of Alberta), Hip & Knee Orthopedic Surgery (Orthopedic Surgery Centre), Women's Health & Obstetrics (Lois Hole Hospital for Women), Stroke Prevention Clinic, Minimally Invasive Surgery (Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery), Thoracic Surgery, Urology Surgery, Pediatric Urology, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Indigenous Health Program, Thrombosis Clinic, Urgent General Internal Medicine Clinic, Mechanical Ventilation & Hemodynamic Monitoring (ICU), Interpreter and Translation Services, Respiratory Therapy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What level of trauma care does the Royal Alexandra Hospital Emergency Department provide?
The Royal Alexandra Hospital provides comprehensive trauma care through its Trauma Medical Service, which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The RAH is equipped to handle major trauma including complex injuries, and its ICU provides mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and multi-organ support for critically ill patients.
Does the Royal Alexandra Hospital ER have specialists available for cardiac emergencies?
Yes. The C.K. Hui Heart Centre is located on the RAH campus and specializes in interventional cardiology and non-surgical treatment of coronary artery disease. Cardiac patients presenting to the ER have access to one of Alberta's leading cardiac care programs, including interventional procedures and a maternal heart health program.
Are interpreter services available at the Royal Alexandra Hospital Emergency Department?
Yes. Interpreter and translation services are available in the Emergency Department at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. If you or a family member requires language assistance, inform triage staff as soon as you arrive so arrangements can be made promptly.
How does triage work at the Royal Alexandra Hospital ER?
All patients presenting to the RAH Emergency Department are assessed using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), a standardized system that prioritizes patients based on the severity of their condition. The most critically ill or injured patients are seen first. Staff will identify themselves by name, occupation, and intended actions, and wear Alberta Health Services photo ID.
Is there parking available at the Royal Alexandra Hospital for emergency patients?
Yes. Dedicated Emergency Centre parking is located on 102 Street, directly adjacent to the emergency department. Paid parking is available 24/7 at a rate of $2.50 per half hour with a $15.00 daily maximum. You can pay using the AHS Parking app (zone 6489), by coin, or by credit card at pay stations without returning to your vehicle.
Does the Royal Alexandra Hospital have services specifically for women and children?
Yes. The Lois Hole Hospital for Women is housed within the Royal Alexandra Hospital and provides specialized obstetric, gynecologic, and women's health services. The RAH also offers a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Program and Pediatric Urology Clinic, and several University of Alberta departments including Obstetrics & Gynecology are headquartered at the facility.

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