Tri-Lake Health Centre

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less busy during weekday mornings. For non-urgent concerns, consider calling the facility or booking a family physician clinic appointment.

Busier times: Evenings, weekends, and holidays tend to be busier at most emergency departments. Without facility-specific data, use general guidance: if your condition is not immediately life-threatening, weekday mornings are typically calmer.

About Tri-Lake Health Centre

Tri-Lake Health Centre is a modern rural hospital in Killarney, Manitoba, serving the Killarney-Turtle Mountain area and surrounding communities with 24/7 emergency care. The facility offers acute care, diagnostic services including lab, X-ray, EKG, and ultrasound, along with an on-site ambulance station for rapid emergency response. Operated by Prairie Mountain Health, it is the primary health services hub for southwest Manitoba, though patients with complex cardiac, trauma, stroke, or pediatric emergencies may be transferred to a larger regional centre.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Acute Inpatient Care, Palliative Care, Laboratory Services, X-Ray Diagnostics, Electrocardiogram (EKG), Ultrasound, On-Site Ambulance Station, Rehabilitation Services, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Children's Therapy Initiative, Community Mental Health Services, Long-Term Care (60 beds), Family Physician Clinics, Public Health Services, Home Care and Adult Day Program, Meals on Wheels, MB Telehealth (specialist video consultations).

Amenities

• MB Telehealth video consultation access
• On-site ambulance station
• Adjoining medical clinic
• Contact facility at 204-523-4661 to confirm cafeteria, ATM, pharmacy, or Wi-Fi availability

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Tips Before You Go

• Tri-Lake Health Centre is the regional emergency hub for Killarney-Turtle Mountain — for life-threatening emergencies, call 911 and the on-site ambulance can respond directly from the health centre.
• If you require specialist care such as cardiology, stroke, or trauma services, be prepared for a possible transfer to a larger urban centre; bring your health card and a list of current medications.
• MB Telehealth is available at the facility, connecting patients in southwest Manitoba to specialists across the province — ask staff if a telehealth consultation could serve your needs.
• A team of family physicians operates out of the adjoining medical clinic; for non-emergency issues, booking a clinic appointment may mean shorter waits than the ER.
• Rural emergency departments can experience varying volumes — arriving earlier in the morning on weekdays may generally mean shorter waits compared to evenings and weekends.

What to Bring

• Manitoba Health Card (PHIN card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications and dosages
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records or recent test results
• Health insurance information (for non-residents)
• Comfort items for potential wait (water bottle, snacks, phone charger)
• A 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.