Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital

Fredericton, NB

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6h–12h

24/7

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Shortest wait Sundays 12pm avg ~6h 46m
Longest wait Fridays 2am avg ~9h 36m

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700 Priestman St, Fredericton, NB (506) 452-5400 Hospital website

About Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital

Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital (DECRH), located at 700 Priestman St in Fredericton, NB, is the region's tertiary care referral centre and a major teaching hospital affiliated with Dalhousie University's Faculty of Medicine. Its 24/7 Emergency Department serves patients across central New Brunswick, backed by a broad spectrum of specialist services including oncology, neurology, cardiac care, plastic surgery, and emergency mental health. As part of Horizon Health Network, DECRH is the appropriate destination for serious and complex medical emergencies in the greater Fredericton area.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Emergency Mental Health services with 24/7 on-call psychiatry, Cancer care (Oncology), Plastic and reconstructive surgery, Neurology, Cardiac Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Neonatal Intensive Care, Dialysis services, Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal), Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Geriatrics, Infectious Disease, Anesthesiology, Addiction services, Veterans Health Unit, Deep TMS therapy for depression, OCD, and smoking addiction, Fracture Prevention – Fredericton BreakFree Fracture Liaison Service, Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation (on-campus, connected building).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Emergency Department at Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital open 24/7?
Yes. The DECRH Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year, including holidays.
Does DECRH have emergency mental health services?
Yes. DECRH offers Emergency Mental Health services through its ED. An emergency room physician assesses the patient and, when appropriate, requests a consultation from a psychiatric nurse. An on-call psychiatrist is available 24/7 for patients experiencing a moderate-to-acute mental health crisis.
Is DECRH a teaching hospital, and does that affect my care?
Yes, DECRH is a teaching hospital affiliated with Dalhousie University's Faculty of Medicine and the UNB nursing program. Medical students and residents may be involved in your care under the supervision of fully licensed physicians. This is standard at academic hospitals and does not diminish the quality of care you receive.
Is there parking available at Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital?
Yes, paid parking is available on-site. Rates are $2/hour, $8/day, $20 for a weekly (7-day) pass, and $50 for a monthly pass. Passes can be purchased at the first-floor cashier's office on business days or from the parking booth attendant.
What specialist services are available at DECRH that I might not find at a smaller facility?
As a tertiary referral centre, DECRH offers a wide range of specialist services including neurology, cardiac care, oncology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, neonatal intensive care, dialysis, infectious disease, geriatrics, ophthalmology, and the Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation — which specializes in complex neurological conditions such as stroke and spinal cord injury — located directly on campus.
Can I take public transit to the DECRH Emergency Department?
Yes. Multiple Fredericton Transit routes serve the hospital, including Routes 17S, 16N, 200, 11S, and 110. The 'Hospital' bus stop is approximately 35 metres from the entrance — about a 1-minute walk. Confirm current schedules with Fredericton Transit before travelling.

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