Westview Health Centre

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About Westview Health Centre

Westview Health Centre is a full-service 68-bed acute care hospital operated by Alberta Health Services, serving Stony Plain, Spruce Grove, and Parkland County with 24/7 emergency department care. The ER treats major trauma, cardiac events, injuries, and general medical conditions, with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, registered nurses, LPNs, and respiratory therapists using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize the most critical patients. Patients requiring a higher level of specialized care can be stabilized and transferred to Edmonton-area facilities, approximately 30 kilometres to the east, and the facility features an on-site helipad for emergency air transport.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Acute care and inpatient admission, Diagnostic imaging, Laboratory services, Day surgery, Obstetrics, Mental health and addiction services, Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART), Ambulatory care (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, wound clinic), Rehabilitation services, Pediatric Asthma Clinic, Neurology Clinic, Public and environmental health, Hospice and end-of-life care, Interpreter and translation services, Helipad for emergency air transport.

Amenities

• Cafeteria open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
• Vending machines available on site
• Volunteer-run gift shop open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
• Wheelchair-accessible entrances and facilities

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Tips Before You Go

• Westview Health Centre serves a large tri-community area including Stony Plain, Spruce Grove, and Parkland County — arrive early or call ahead if your concern is non-urgent, as wait times can be significant during peak periods.
• The ER uses the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), so patients with life-threatening conditions will always be seen before those with minor concerns — be prepared to wait if your visit is non-urgent.
• The facility has a helipad and can arrange transfers to Edmonton hospitals for specialized care, so bring a list of your current medications and any relevant medical history to assist staff in coordinating your care.
• If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, the on-site Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) provides free, voluntary, and confidential support — you do not need to be in crisis to ask for help.
• Visiting at Westview follows Alberta Health Services Edmonton zone policy, which is guided by patient wishes and care needs rather than fixed hours — check with nursing staff on arrival about visiting your loved one.

What to Bring

• Alberta Health Care (AHCIP) card or valid provincial health card
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of all current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records, imaging results, or specialist letters
• Payment method for items not covered by Alberta Health Care
• Comfortable clothing and a warm layer, as ER waiting areas can be cool
• Snacks and water for potentially long waits (for non-critical visits)
• A charged mobile phone or something to read while you wait

Frequently Asked Questions

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. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.