Smoky Lake (George Mcdougall Memorial) Healthcare Centre

Smoky Lake, 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 Smoky Lake (George Mcdougall Memorial) Healthcare Centre

George McDougall Memorial Healthcare Centre in Smoky Lake, Alberta operates a 24/7 emergency department serving rural communities across Smoky Lake County and surrounding areas. As a fully integrated facility operated by Alberta Health Services, the ED provides assessment, treatment, and stabilization for urgent and emergent conditions, with transfer pathways to higher-level urban centres like Edmonton for complex cases. Residents throughout the region—including children, adults, and seniors—rely on this ED as their primary point of emergency care, supported by on-site lab, X-ray, pharmacy, and specialist services.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) assessment General medicine Pediatric care Laboratory services Diagnostic imaging and general X-ray (24/7 on-call) Pharmacy Physical therapy Occupational therapy Mental health and addiction services Continuing care Home and palliative care Immunization and public health services Parent and child programs Interpreter and translation services Respiratory therapy Referrals and follow-up care coordination

Amenities

Parking & Transit

On-site parking is available at the facility at no confirmed cost. The healthcare centre is fully wheelchair accessible. Contact the facility directly at 780-656-3034 for specific parking details.

No scheduled public transit routes serve this facility. George McDougall Memorial Healthcare Centre is located on the northeast side of Smoky Lake along Highway 28 and is most practically reached by personal vehicle. Smoky Lake is approximately one hour from Edmonton.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is available for this facility. Generally, rural EDs tend to be less congested on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your concern is non-urgent, consider calling the facility or Alberta Health Link (811) before visiting to determine the best time and level of care.

🔴 Busier times

No historical data is available for peak periods at this ED. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays tend to be busier. Patients with non-urgent issues may experience longer waits during these times.

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What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the emergency department at George McDougall Memorial Healthcare Centre open 24 hours?
Yes, the emergency department at George McDougall Memorial Healthcare Centre in Smoky Lake is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
What happens if my condition requires specialized care not available in Smoky Lake?
The ED team will stabilize you and coordinate a transfer to a higher-level facility, typically in Edmonton, if your condition requires more advanced care than is available on-site. Staff will manage and communicate this process with you and your family.
Does George McDougall Memorial offer mental health or addiction support through the ED?
Yes, the healthcare centre provides access to mental health and addiction services. If you arrive at the ED with a mental health concern, staff can assess you and connect you with appropriate services available at the site.
Is there X-ray available if I come to the ER after hours?
Yes, George McDougall Memorial Healthcare Centre has a general X-ray service available on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support emergency care at any time.
Are interpreter services available at the Smoky Lake emergency department?
Yes, interpreter and translation services are available at the facility. Let the triage staff know you need language assistance when you arrive and they will arrange support for you.
Can children be treated at the Smoky Lake emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at George McDougall Memorial Healthcare Centre provides care for patients of all ages, including infants, children, and youth. The facility has pediatric services as part of its integrated healthcare offering.

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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