Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Care

Abbotsford, BC

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Shortest wait Fridays 8am avg ~3h 27m
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2179 Mccallum Rd, Abbotsford, BC (604) 851-4700 Hospital website

About Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Care

Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Care is a 300-bed Level 3 Trauma Centre located at 2179 McCallum Road in Abbotsford, BC, operated by Fraser Health. The Emergency Department sees over 80,000 patients per year and serves as the primary acute care facility for Abbotsford residents as well as approximately 330,000 people across the eastern Fraser Valley, including Mission, Chilliwack, and Hope. With a dedicated mental health and substance use treatment area, renovated triage facilities, and a full suite of specialist services, this is Abbotsford's most comprehensive emergency and acute care destination.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Level 3 Trauma Centre, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Maternity and Antepartum Care, Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) Unit, Mental Health and Substance Use Emergency Care, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Chest Pain Clinic, Diagnostic Cardiology and Echocardiography, Angiography and Interventional Radiology, MRI and CT Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, Hemodialysis, Forensic Nursing Service (sexual and relationship violence, ages 13+), Oncology Unit, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Laboratory Services, Spiritual Care, BC Cancer – Abbotsford (integrated cancer centre).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abbotsford Regional Hospital a trauma centre?
Yes. Abbotsford Regional Hospital is designated as a Level 3 Trauma Centre, making it one of the most capable emergency facilities in the Fraser Valley. It is equipped to handle serious traumatic injuries and stabilize patients who may require transfer to a higher-level trauma centre if needed.
Does the Abbotsford Regional Hospital ED have mental health support?
Yes. The Emergency Department includes a dedicated treatment area specifically for patients experiencing mental health or substance use crises. This space was introduced as part of the updated ED that opened in June 2021 and is designed to provide more appropriate, focused care for these patients.
What cancer services are available at this hospital?
BC Cancer – Abbotsford is fully integrated within the hospital building. It offers a complete range of cancer control services including new patient multi-disciplinary consultations, care planning, and oncology treatment. Cancer patients can also access free parking by registering at the BC Cancer Entrance.
Is there a pharmacy at Abbotsford Regional Hospital?
Yes, there is an on-site pharmacy that is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This means prescriptions received during an ER visit or inpatient stay can be filled before leaving the hospital at any time of day or night.
Does Abbotsford Regional Hospital have a forensic nursing service?
Yes. The hospital offers a Forensic Nursing Service that provides trauma-informed health and forensic care to individuals of any gender, aged 13 and over, who have experienced sexual violence or intentional relationship violence within the past seven days. This service is available through the facility.
How can I send a message to a patient admitted to Abbotsford Regional Hospital?
Friends and family can send well wishes to inpatients through the hospital's 'You've Got Mail' email service at youvegotmail.ARH@fraserhealth.ca. Include the patient's full legal name, unit, and room number, and a volunteer will hand-deliver the printed message to the patient.

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