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Kitimat Hospital & Health Centre operates a 24/7 emergency department serving Kitimat, Kitamaat Village, Haisla, Hartley Bay, and surrounding Northern BC communities. The facility is a full-service community hospital operated by Northern Health, offering acute care, on-site CT scanning, point-of-care ultrasound, two operating rooms, and a broad range of outpatient and specialist services. Patients requiring complex or highly specialized care may be referred or transferred to a larger regional centre, but the hospital handles a wide scope of emergency and inpatient needs for this region.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, CT Scanning, Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS), Acute Care (20-bed unit including 2 maternity beds), Two Operating Rooms, Medical Imaging / Radiology, Laboratory Services, Cardiac Diagnostics, Maternity Care, Mental Health and Substance Use Services, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Regional Orthopedic Centre, Outpatient Community Chemotherapy Clinic, Diabetes and Chronic Disease Management, Respiratory Services, Regional Palliative Care Nurse Consultation, Hospital at Home Program, Visiting Specialists (Internal Medicine, Urology, ENT, Dermatology, Neurology, Ophthalmology).
Amenities
Wheelchair accessible facility
HealtheLife patient portal (24/7 online access to health records, lab results, and imaging reports)
Call 250-632-2121 ahead of a non-emergency visit to confirm specialist availability or clinic hours before making the trip.
Use the HealtheLife patient portal to access your lab results, medical imaging reports, and appointment information digitally after your visit.
Kitimat Hospital has a CT scanner and POCUS on-site, so imaging for trauma or urgent diagnostic needs can often be completed locally without transfer.
If you live in Kitamaat Village or a surrounding community, know that this hospital serves as your regional hub — emergency, surgical, and specialist services are available here.
For complex or highly specialized cases, staff may arrange a transfer to a larger Northern Health facility; asking your care team early about transfer options can help you plan.
What to Bring
BC Services Card or provincial health card
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, doses, and allergies
Any relevant medical records or referral documents
Insurance or extended health benefit information
Phone charger or portable battery for a potentially long wait
Comfort items such as a sweater or snacks for accompanying family members
Emergency contact information
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kitimat Hospital have a CT scanner on-site?
Yes. Kitimat Hospital & Health Centre has a CT scanner on-site, meaning patients in Kitimat and Kitamaat Village can receive advanced imaging locally rather than waiting for transfer to a larger facility.
What is POCUS and is it available in the Kitimat ER?
Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is a non-invasive bedside imaging tool used in the emergency department to quickly detect internal bleeding and assess trauma patients. It is available at Kitimat Hospital, funded through hospital foundation equipment upgrades.
Does Kitimat Hospital serve patients from Kitamaat Village and Hartley Bay?
Yes. The hospital's coverage area includes Haisla, Kitamaat Village, Hartley Bay, Kitimat, and Kitkatla, making it the primary acute care facility for the broader region.
Is Mountain View Lodge part of Kitimat Hospital?
Mountain View Lodge is a 36-bed residential and complex care facility located on the Kitimat Hospital site, offering long-term and complex care services distinct from the acute care and emergency functions of the main hospital.
What specialist services are available at Kitimat Hospital?
Visiting specialists rotate through the hospital in internal medicine, urology, ENT (otorhinolaryngology), dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, and radiology. The facility also serves as a regional orthopedic centre and hosts a regional palliative care nurse consultant.
Can I access my medical records or lab results online after visiting Kitimat Hospital?
Yes. Kitimat Hospital uses the HealtheLife digital portal, which gives patients 24/7 secure online access to electronic health records, lab results, medical imaging reports, and appointment scheduling. The NH Check In service also allows online check-in for walk-in lab appointments.