Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. As a small rural urgent care centre, weekday mornings and early afternoons are generally less busy than evenings and weekends. Calling ahead at 204-836-2132 is strongly recommended.
Busier times: No historical wait data is available. Like most urgent care centres, evenings, weekends, and holidays may see higher patient volumes. If your concern is not urgent, consider booking with the co-located Swan Lake Health Clinic during regular clinic hours.
Lorne Memorial Hospital, located at 9 2nd St N in Swan Lake, Manitoba, operates as an Urgent Care Centre serving the RM of Lorne and surrounding rural communities approximately 130 kilometres southwest of Winnipeg. The facility is led by nurse practitioners who can assess, diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of health concerns for patients of all ages, making it well-suited for minor injuries and illnesses. Patients requiring trauma care, specialist services, or advanced diagnostics will likely need transfer to a larger regional centre — for life-threatening emergencies, always call 911.
Services & Specialties
Nurse practitioner-led urgent care, Minor injury and illness treatment, Full health assessments, Diagnosis and treatment for patients of all ages, Minor surgical procedures, Screening test ordering and result management, Electrocardiogram (ECG), Laboratory services, Meals on Wheels program, Respite care, 18-bed inpatient capacity.
Amenities
Wheelchair accessible facility
Co-located Swan Lake Health Clinic (204-836-2533)
General visiting hours 1:00 PM – 8:30 PM (immediate family encouraged to visit anytime)
Lorne Memorial is an Urgent Care Centre, not a full emergency department — for chest pain, stroke symptoms, major trauma, or life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately.
Call ahead at 204-836-2132 to confirm available services and current wait times before making the trip from a rural location.
The Swan Lake Health Clinic is co-located at the same address (204-836-2533) and may be able to address non-urgent primary care needs.
If you require specialist care, advanced imaging, or pediatric or cardiac services, be prepared for a possible transfer to a larger facility in the region.
Bring a complete list of your current medications and any relevant health history, as this small facility benefits greatly from having your background information on hand.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence)
Manitoba Health card (PHIN card)
Complete list of current medications and dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records or specialist letters
Personal comfort items for potential wait times (water, snack, warm layer)
Emergency contact information
Payment method for any applicable fees or prescriptions
Parking
Lorne Memorial Hospital is a small rural facility in Swan Lake, MB. Surface lot parking is typical for facilities of this size and is expected to be available on-site. Wheelchair-accessible entry is available. Contact the hospital at 204-836-2132 to confirm parking details.
Getting There
No public transit service operates to Swan Lake, MB. The community is rural, and access by personal vehicle is the primary means of transport. Ambulance services are provided by the Regional Health Authority based in Swan Lake — call 911 for emergencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lorne Memorial Hospital a full emergency department?
No. Lorne Memorial Hospital operates as an Urgent Care Centre only, not a full emergency department. It is designed to handle minor injuries and illnesses. For life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, stroke, or major trauma, call 911 immediately.
Who runs the urgent care at Lorne Memorial Hospital?
Urgent care at Lorne Memorial Hospital is led by nurse practitioners. They are qualified to provide full health assessments, diagnose and treat health concerns, order and manage screening tests, and perform minor surgical procedures for patients of all ages.
What is the phone number for Lorne Memorial Hospital in Swan Lake?
You can reach Lorne Memorial Hospital at 204-836-2132. The co-located Swan Lake Health Clinic can be reached at 204-836-2533.
How far is Lorne Memorial Hospital from Winnipeg?
Lorne Memorial Hospital is located approximately 130 kilometres southwest of Winnipeg, in the small rural community of Swan Lake, Manitoba, in the direction of Brandon.
Does Lorne Memorial Hospital offer lab or ECG services?
Yes. Lorne Memorial Hospital offers on-site laboratory services and electrocardiogram (ECG) testing, along with other diagnostic support available through its nurse practitioner-led model.
What should I do if I need specialist or trauma care near Swan Lake, MB?
Lorne Memorial Hospital does not offer trauma, cardiac, stroke, pediatric, or mental health specialty services. Patients with serious or complex needs will require transfer to a larger regional facility. Call 911 for emergencies or contact the hospital at 204-836-2132 to discuss referral options.
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.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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