Neepawa District Memorial Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. Generally, mid-morning to early afternoon on weekdays tends to be less busy at rural emergency departments. If your condition is not immediately life-threatening, calling ahead at 204-476-2394 may help you understand current department activity.

Busier times: No historical wait time data is available. Like most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays often see higher volumes. Monday mornings can also be busier as patients who waited over the weekend seek care. For non-urgent concerns, consider whether your issue can wait for a family physician or walk-in clinic appointment.

About Neepawa District Memorial Hospital

Neepawa District Memorial Hospital, also known as Neepawa Health Centre, serves as the primary emergency and acute care facility for Neepawa and the surrounding rural communities of western Manitoba, operated under Prairie Mountain Health. The emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing care for urgent and emergent conditions including access to on-call specialists such as a pediatrician, anesthesiologist, and gastric specialist. A landmark $127-million replacement facility is under construction nearby and is expected to significantly expand emergency, surgical, renal dialysis, cancer care, and obstetric services when it opens in early 2027.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Acute care (approximately 35–38 beds), Obstetrics and gynecology, Urgent care, Physiotherapy, Mental health services, On-call pediatrics, On-call anesthesiology, On-call gastroenterology/digestive specialist, Surgery, Diagnostics/imaging.

Amenities

• Emergency department
• Ambulance bay
• Outpatient treatment area
• On-site specialist support
• New facility (opening early 2027) will include: communal café, outdoor healing garden, central atrium, cultural room, cancer care unit, renal dialysis unit, private acute care rooms, and labour and delivery rooms
• Contact hospital at 204-476-2394 to confirm current ATM, pharmacy, chapel, or Wi-Fi availability

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Tips Before You Go

• A major new replacement facility is under construction east of Neepawa near Highway 16 — call 204-476-2394 before your visit to confirm the active service location, especially after early 2027.
• For life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, stroke symptoms, or serious injuries, call 911 immediately rather than driving yourself to the ER.
• If you require dialysis or chemotherapy, note these services are being introduced at the new Neepawa Health Centre (opening ~2027); currently, patients may need to travel to larger centres — confirm your options by calling the hospital.
• Rural Manitoba winters can make Highway 16 and local roads hazardous — allow extra travel time and check Manitoba road conditions at manitoba511.ca before heading to the hospital.
• The current parking lot has limited accessible spaces; arrive early or have a companion drop you off at the entrance if you have mobility concerns.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., Manitoba driver's licence or passport)
• Manitoba Health Card (PHIN card)
• List of current medications including dosages
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral documents
• Insurance information if applicable (e.g., out-of-province or supplemental coverage)
• Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
• Snacks, water, and a warm layer of clothing for waiting periods

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.