Swan Valley Health Centre

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less congested on weekday mornings and early afternoons. For non-urgent concerns, visiting during these times may result in shorter waits.

Busier times: No historical wait time data is available to identify specific peak periods. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays often see higher volumes. If your situation is not an emergency, consider calling 204-734-3441 or contacting Health Links–Info Santé at 204-788-8200 before visiting.

About Swan Valley Health Centre

Swan Valley Health Centre is a 52-bed acute care regional hospital located at 1011 Main St E in Swan River, Manitoba, operated by Prairie Mountain Health and serving a catchment area of approximately 12,000 residents across the Swan Valley. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing full emergency and inpatient medical and surgical services to the region. For cases requiring higher-level specialty care, the facility coordinates life flight air ambulance transfers to larger centres such as Winnipeg.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Inpatient medical and surgical care (36 acute care beds), Extended treatment beds (16 beds), Two surgical suites, Diagnostic imaging and radiology, Laboratory services, Endoscopy and colonoscopy, Cataract surgery, Oral and maxillofacial surgery, Chemotherapy, Hemodialysis, Respiratory therapy, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, Speech therapy, Mental health services, Public health services, Home care, Community cancer care program, Telehealth (MBTelehealth) specialist consultations, Life flight (air ambulance) transport, Handi-Van regional transport, Stress testing.

Amenities

• Wheelchair accessible facility
• On-site parking
• Telehealth consultation technology
• Swan Valley Primary Care Centre located directly across the street

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Tips Before You Go

• Swan Valley Health Centre is the primary emergency facility for the region — for life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately as life flight transport to Winnipeg can be coordinated from this facility.
• The Swan Valley Primary Care Centre is located directly across from the Health Centre and offers physician, nurse practitioner, and chronic disease services — consider visiting it for non-emergency concerns during clinic hours.
• If you require specialist care, ask about Telehealth appointments through MBTelehealth, which connects patients to specialists in Winnipeg without requiring travel.
• Bring your Manitoba Health card and a list of any current medications, as the facility serves a large rural catchment and having your health history ready will speed up your care.
• For transportation assistance within the Swan Valley region, the Handi-Van service may be available — contact the health centre at 204-734-3441 to arrange.

What to Bring

• Manitoba Health Card (or provincial health insurance card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications and dosages
• List of known allergies
• Previous relevant medical records or test results if available
• Health benefits or supplemental insurance information
• Phone charger and entertainment for potential wait times
• A trusted support person or emergency contact information

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.