Ste. Rose General Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: As a small rural emergency department, mornings on weekdays are typically less busy. If your condition is not life-threatening, visiting earlier in the day on a weekday may result in shorter waits.

Busier times: Evenings and weekends tend to be busier at rural emergency departments. If possible, avoid visiting late in the day or on weekends for non-urgent concerns.

About Ste. Rose General Hospital

Ste. Rose General Hospital is a 26-bed Catholic-affiliated rural health centre located at 480 3rd Ave SE in Ste. Rose du Lac, Manitoba, serving as a regional hub for emergency and general medical services for the surrounding rural municipalities. The emergency department features two trauma rooms, a four-bed assessment room, and a private assessment room, supported by on-site laboratory and diagnostic imaging services. Patients with complex or high-acuity needs such as cardiac events, stroke, or major trauma may be stabilized and transferred to a larger regional centre, making this ER best suited for urgent but non-critical care.

Services & Specialties

24/7 emergency department, Two trauma and resuscitation rooms, Four-bed assessment room, Private assessment room, On-site laboratory services (Shared Health/DSM), Diagnostic imaging and X-ray, Outpatient IV therapy, Wound care and dressing changes, Ostomy care, Inpatient medical ward (14 beds), Pediatric care, Palliative care, Negative pressure isolation room, Telehealth services (two suites), Occupational therapy (by referral), Physiotherapy (by referral), Speech-language therapy (by referral), Dietitian services (by referral), Nurse Practitioner clinic, Mental health and addictions services, Public health services, Home care, Chronic disease education, Spiritual care.

Amenities

• Spiritual care services including counselling and church services
• Palliative care pastoral volunteers
• Two telehealth suites for community and facility use
• Visiting hours: 2–8 PM

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Tips Before You Go

• Call ahead at 204-447-2131 to confirm availability of specific services before making the trip, especially if you have complex or specialized medical needs.
• For high-acuity emergencies such as suspected stroke, heart attack, or major trauma, be aware that stabilization and transfer to a larger regional facility may be required.
• Medical transport assistance is available through the hospital's community transport partnerships — call the hospital in advance if you need help arranging a ride.
• The Primary Health Care Centre on-site offers nurse practitioner, mental health, and chronic disease services — a great option for non-emergency concerns rather than using the ER.
• If you require therapy services such as physiotherapy or occupational therapy, ask your primary care provider for a referral — these services are available within the hospital.

What to Bring

• Valid provincial health card (Manitoba Health Card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications and dosages
• Any relevant medical records or test results
• List of known allergies
• Emergency contact information
• Personal comfort items for potential wait times (water, snack, phone charger)
• Insurance or supplemental health benefit information if applicable

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.