Lynn Lake Hospital

Lynn Lake, MB · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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About Lynn Lake Hospital

Lynn Lake Hospital is a small, remote acute care facility serving the northern Manitoba community of Lynn Lake and surrounding area, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with 11 acute care beds. As a registered acute care hospital within Manitoba's Northern Health Region, it provides essential emergency and general medical services to residents who would otherwise face significant travel distances to larger centres. Patients requiring advanced specialty care such as cardiac intervention, trauma surgery, or psychiatry are typically transferred to larger regional hospitals like Thompson General Hospital.

Services & Specialties

24/7 emergency department Acute care (11 beds) General medical care MBTelehealth specialist videoconferencing Remote specialist consultations via secure telehealth link

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Specific parking details for Lynn Lake Hospital are not publicly documented. For a facility of this size in a remote northern community, surface parking adjacent to the building is typical. Contact the hospital at (204) 356-2474 to confirm parking availability and accessibility options.

Lynn Lake is a remote northern Manitoba community with no confirmed public transit routes or formal transit access to the hospital. Personal vehicle or arranged transportation is the primary means of reaching the facility.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is available for Lynn Lake Hospital. Generally, early mornings on weekdays tend to be quieter at smaller community emergency departments. Call ahead at (204) 356-2474 to assess current conditions before arriving.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait time data is available for this facility. Like most ERs, evenings, weekends, and holidays may see increased demand. Given the hospital's small size, even modest increases in patient volume can affect wait times.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lynn Lake Hospital emergency department open 24/7?
Yes, the emergency department at Lynn Lake Hospital operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. General administrative services run Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, but emergency care is available at all times.
What happens if I need specialist care at Lynn Lake Hospital?
Lynn Lake Hospital is a designated MBTelehealth site, which means patients can consult with specialists via secure videoconferencing without travelling to a larger city. For conditions requiring in-person specialty care such as cardiac surgery or trauma intervention, patients are typically transferred to a larger facility such as Thompson General Hospital.
How many beds does Lynn Lake Hospital have?
Lynn Lake Hospital has 11 acute care beds, making it one of the smaller hospital facilities within Manitoba's Northern Health Region. It is designed to serve the immediate needs of the local community.
What is MBTelehealth and how does it work at Lynn Lake Hospital?
MBTelehealth is a secure videoconferencing service that connects patients at remote sites like Lynn Lake Hospital with specialists located elsewhere in Manitoba. On the day of your telehealth appointment, hospital staff will explain how the equipment works and ask for your verbal consent to participate before the session begins.
Is there public transit to Lynn Lake Hospital?
There are no confirmed public transit routes serving Lynn Lake Hospital. Lynn Lake is a remote northern Manitoba community, and most patients reach the hospital by personal vehicle or arranged transport. Contact the hospital at (204) 356-2474 if you need assistance with transportation options.
Should I call ahead before going to the Lynn Lake Hospital ER?
For non-life-threatening concerns, it is strongly recommended to call (204) 356-2474 ahead of your visit to confirm service availability and hours. For emergencies, call 911 immediately or go directly to the ER.

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 using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

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

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