Elizabeth m. Crowe Memorial Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. As a general guideline for rural hospitals, mid-morning on weekdays tends to be quieter. If your condition is non-urgent, calling ahead at 204-739-2611 may help you gauge current activity.

Busier times: No historical wait time data is available. Like most emergency departments, this facility may be busier on weekends, evenings, and following local community events. For non-urgent concerns, consider visiting the on-site medical clinic during regular business hours instead of the ER.

About Elizabeth m. Crowe Memorial Hospital

Elizabeth M. Crowe Memorial Hospital is a 13-bed rural acute care facility located at 40 Railway Ave in Eriksdale, Manitoba, serving the surrounding Interlake region approximately 130 kilometres north of Winnipeg. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and is supported by on-site laboratory diagnostic services, telehealth capabilities, and a team of physicians from the adjacent medical clinic. This facility is best suited for patients with urgent but non-life-threatening conditions; those requiring advanced trauma, cardiac, or specialized care may be transferred to a larger regional hospital.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Acute care (13 beds), On-site laboratory and diagnostic services, Palliative care suite, Telehealth services, Physician medical clinic (on-site), Eriksdale Cancer Resource and Support Centre, East Shore Ambulance emergency medical services (community).

Amenities

• On-site medical clinic
• Eriksdale Cancer Resource and Support Centre
• Telehealth services
• Palliative care suite

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Tips Before You Go

• Call ahead at 204-739-2611 if you are unsure whether your condition can be treated at this rural facility — staff can advise whether you should travel to a larger centre.
• For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately; East Shore Ambulance provides emergency medical services to Eriksdale and surrounding areas.
• If you require services beyond the scope of this 13-bed rural hospital, be prepared that transfer to Ashern (39 km) or Arborg (62 km) may be arranged.
• The Eriksdale Community Health Office is conveniently located nearby at the B. McKinnon Wellness Centre at 35 Railway Avenue for non-emergency health needs.
• As a small rural hospital, on-site amenities such as a cafeteria or ATM may be limited — bring snacks, water, and cash or a card for any extended wait.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence)
• Manitoba Health Card (PHIN card)
• List of current medications and dosages
• Provincial health coverage or supplemental insurance information
• Personal snacks and water in case of a longer wait
• Phone charger or portable battery pack
• Comfort items for children if bringing a minor
• Contact information for your regular physician or specialist

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 Manitoba health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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