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Virden Health Centre is a community acute care facility located at 480 King St E in Virden, Manitoba, serving the surrounding rural communities of western Manitoba within the Prairie Mountain Health Authority. The Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, supported by on-site ambulance service and air ambulance access via the local Virden Regional Airport. The facility is well-suited for urgent and emergency care needs, though patients requiring high-acuity cardiac, stroke, or complex trauma intervention may be stabilized and transferred to Brandon Regional Health Centre as the regional referral hub.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute inpatient care (25 beds), High care needs inpatient services, Palliative care, Diagnostic laboratory services, X-ray and diagnostic imaging, On-site ambulance station, Air ambulance access (Virden Regional Airport), Community rehabilitation and therapy services, Mental health services, Public health services, Regional dietitian services, Home care and seniors services, MB Telehealth, Virden Medical Clinic (family physician services).
If you are travelling through Virden on the Trans-Canada Highway and need urgent care, this ER is equipped to assess and stabilize you before any necessary transfer.
For complex emergencies such as cardiac events, stroke symptoms, or major trauma, expect that staff may stabilize you and arrange transport to Brandon Regional Health Centre for advanced care.
Call 204-748-1230 ahead of a non-emergency visit to confirm services or get direction to the appropriate clinic, such as the on-site Virden Medical Clinic.
The ED was renovated to improve triage privacy, registration flow, and wayfinding — follow posted signage when you arrive for the fastest path to registration.
On-site ambulance service is available 24/7, and air ambulance can be coordinated through the local airport for critical inter-facility transfers — do not hesitate to call 911 for life-threatening emergencies.
What to Bring
Manitoba Health Card (PHIN card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical history documents or specialist letters
Alberta or out-of-province health card if travelling through
Insurance information if applicable
Comfortable clothing appropriate for waiting
Phone charger or entertainment for potential wait times
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Virden Health Centre Emergency Department open 24/7?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Virden Health Centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Does Virden Health Centre have ambulance service on-site?
Yes, an ambulance station is located on-site at Virden Health Centre, providing 24/7 ground ambulance coverage. Air ambulance service is also accessible through the Virden Regional Airport for critical transfers.
What happens if I need specialized care that Virden Health Centre cannot provide?
For high-acuity conditions such as cardiac emergencies, stroke, or complex trauma, the Virden Health Centre team will stabilize you and arrange transfer to Brandon Regional Health Centre, which serves as the regional referral hub for Prairie Mountain Health.
Does Virden Health Centre offer diagnostic services like lab work and X-ray?
Yes, on-site diagnostic laboratory and X-ray services are available. You can reach the diagnostic services department directly at 204-748-1420.
I am travelling through Virden — can I use this ER if I need care?
Yes. Virden Health Centre's Emergency Department is open to anyone requiring urgent or emergency care, including travellers passing through the area. Staff are experienced in providing care to patients en route and can coordinate transfers if further treatment is needed.
Is there a family doctor or walk-in clinic at Virden Health Centre?
Yes, the Virden Medical Clinic operates on-site at Virden Health Centre and provides family physician services. You can reach the clinic at 204-748-1345. For non-emergency medical concerns, this clinic may be a more appropriate option than the Emergency Department.