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St. Paul Healthcare Centre is a full-service community hospital located at 4713 48 Ave in St. Paul, Alberta, serving patients across the broader northeastern Alberta region. Its 24/7 emergency department is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists, providing around-the-clock urgent and emergency care. For a rural facility, it offers a notably broad scope of services — including obstetrics, dialysis, cardiac diagnostics, mental health programs, and pediatrics — making it the primary acute care destination for St. Paul and surrounding communities.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, General Medicine and Surgery, Obstetrics (prenatal, perinatal, postnatal, and surgical), Pediatrics, Nephrology and Hemodialysis, Cardiac Diagnostics, Respiratory Therapy, Mental Health and Addiction Services (inpatient and community), Crisis Response and Walk-In Counselling, Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Nutrition Counselling, Domestic Abuse Response Programs, Youth and Adult Mental Health Supports.
St. Paul Healthcare Centre serves a large rural region — if you are travelling from a distant community, call ahead at 780-645-3331 to inform staff of serious or time-sensitive conditions.
General visiting hours are 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily, but emergency department access is available 24/7 for patients.
For mental health crises, the facility offers dedicated crisis response services — you do not need to wait in the general ER queue; speak to triage staff immediately about mental health support.
This facility provides hemodialysis and obstetrics, which are uncommon in rural Alberta hospitals — if you are a patient with these ongoing needs, confirm scheduling and availability by contacting the hospital directly.
Because St. Paul is the main acute care hub for northeastern Alberta, the ER may see higher volume during evenings and weekends when family physicians are unavailable — consider visiting your family doctor for non-urgent concerns during weekday business hours when possible.
What to Bring
Valid Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
List of current medications, dosages, and prescribing physicians
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or imaging from other providers
Health benefits or supplemental insurance information
Phone charger and personal entertainment for potential wait times
Comfortable clothing and a warm layer, as hospital waiting areas can be cool
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the emergency department at St. Paul Healthcare Centre open 24 hours?
Yes, the emergency department at St. Paul Healthcare Centre operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays.
Does St. Paul Healthcare Centre offer obstetrics and maternity care?
Yes, the facility provides a full range of obstetrics services including prenatal, perinatal, postnatal, and surgical obstetrics care. This includes support for low-risk pregnant women over 36 weeks gestation and breastfeeding support. Contact the hospital at 780-645-3331 for details on accessing maternity services.
Can I access mental health or addiction support through the St. Paul Healthcare Centre ER?
Yes. The facility has dedicated Addiction and Mental Health services including crisis response, inpatient programs, walk-in counselling, day treatment, and youth and adult supports. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis in the emergency department, notify triage staff right away.
Does St. Paul Healthcare Centre provide dialysis services?
Yes, hemodialysis treatments are available at St. Paul Healthcare Centre. This is a specialized service not commonly found in rural Alberta hospitals. Contact the facility directly at 780-645-3331 to inquire about scheduling and eligibility.
What are the visiting hours at St. Paul Healthcare Centre?
General visiting hours are Monday through Sunday, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Emergency department patients can be accessed by family outside of these hours — speak with nursing staff for guidance on specific circumstances.
Who operates St. Paul Healthcare Centre and what area does it serve?
St. Paul Healthcare Centre is operated by Alberta Health Services (AHS) and serves St. Paul and the surrounding northeastern Alberta region. It functions as the primary community hospital for the area, offering a broad range of acute, outpatient, and specialized services uncommon in similarly sized rural centres.