Taber Health Centre

Taber, 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 Taber Health Centre

Taber Health Centre is a 24/7 acute and continuing care facility located at 4326 50 Avenue in Taber, Alberta, serving the town of Taber and surrounding rural communities including Barnwell, Grassy Lake, Enchant, Hays, and Vauxhall. The emergency department is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists, and uses the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize care. Patients requiring a higher level of specialist care can be stabilized on-site and transferred to a larger regional facility such as Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Obstetrics Palliative Care Intensive Care Surgical Care / Operating Room Acute Care Continuing Care Diagnostic Imaging Pediatrics Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Respiratory Therapy Laboratory Services Mental Health and Addictions Counselling Community Addiction Services (including Child, Youth and Family Programs) Public Health Nursing Social Work Recreational Therapy Speech Therapy Dietitian Services Dental Hygiene Hearing Services Home and Community Care Interpreter / Translation Services Volunteer Services

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Specific parking details are not publicly listed. Contact Taber Health Centre directly at 403-223-7211 for parking information. Wheelchair-accessible entry is available at the facility.

A Community Handi-Bus serves those requiring accessible transit to the facility. Taber is a small town with limited fixed-route public transit; most visitors arrive by personal vehicle. Contact the facility at 403-223-7211 for Handi-Bus scheduling information.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is available for this location. In general, mid-morning on weekdays tends to be quieter at rural emergency departments. For life-threatening emergencies, go immediately at any time.

🔴 Busier times

No historical data is available to identify specific peak periods. Evening hours and weekends typically see higher volumes at emergency departments generally. If your concern is non-urgent, consider calling Health Link 811 first for guidance.

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What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Taber Health Centre have a 24-hour emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at Taber Health Centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists.
What languages are services available in at Taber Health Centre?
The facility serves a multilingual community and offers interpreter and translation services in the ED. Service information booklets are available in English, Low German, and Spanish, reflecting the diverse population in the Taber area.
Can Taber Health Centre handle serious emergencies, or will I be transferred?
The ED at Taber Health Centre can stabilize patients experiencing serious emergencies. If a higher level of specialist care is needed, staff will arrange transfer to a larger regional facility such as Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge.
Does Taber Health Centre offer obstetrics and surgical services?
Yes, Taber Health Centre is a full acute care facility offering obstetrics, surgical care with an on-site operating room, intensive care, and palliative care, in addition to its 24-hour emergency department.
Is there a cafeteria at Taber Health Centre?
Yes, a cafeteria is open on-site from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, seven days a week. Catering services and vending machines are also available for times outside cafeteria hours.
How does triage work at the Taber Health Centre emergency department?
Patients are assessed using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), a standardized national system that prioritizes patients based on the severity of their condition. The most critically ill patients are seen first, regardless of arrival order.

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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