Saint John Regional Hospital

Saint John, NB

Current ER wait · NB Health

7h–13h

24/7

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Shortest wait Tuesdays 11am avg ~7h 39m
Longest wait Fridays 4am avg ~11h 14m

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400 University Avenue, Saint John, NB (506) 648-6000 Hospital website

About Saint John Regional Hospital

Saint John Regional Hospital is New Brunswick's largest hospital and the province's only Level I Trauma Centre, serving approximately 60,000 emergency visits per year from a regional population of roughly 200,000 in southern New Brunswick. Located at 400 University Avenue in the Millidgeville neighbourhood of Saint John, the purpose-built Emergency Department features dedicated trauma and critical care, acute monitored care, and urgent care zones. This is the primary destination for major trauma, cardiac emergencies, and complex specialist referrals across New Brunswick.

Services & Specialties

Level I Trauma Centre, Cardiac emergency care and cardiac catheterization, Cardiac surgery (New Brunswick Heart Centre), Neurosurgical services, Interventional radiology, Radiation oncology, Nephrology, Stem cell transplant program, Acute monitored emergency care, Urgent care, 24/7 emergency medicine, Resuscitation and critical care, Ultrasound and diagnostic imaging, Simulation-supported clinical training.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saint John Regional Hospital a trauma centre?
Yes. Saint John Regional Hospital is New Brunswick's only Level I Trauma Centre, meaning it is equipped to handle the most severe and complex trauma cases in the province. It serves as the primary referral centre for major trauma from across New Brunswick.
What cardiac services are available in the emergency department?
The ED is directly supported by the New Brunswick Heart Centre and a cardiac catheterization lab on site. Patients experiencing heart attacks or serious cardiac events receive timely access to interventional cardiology and cardiac surgery capabilities within the same facility.
How do I get to Saint John Regional Hospital by public transit?
Saint John Transit Bus #9 stops at the hospital at 400 University Avenue, running approximately every 30 minutes from around 6:48 AM to 6:18 PM. If you need to arrive or leave outside those hours, plan for a taxi, rideshare, or private vehicle.
Is this a teaching hospital, and will I be seen by students or residents?
Yes. Saint John Regional Hospital is a teaching hospital affiliated with Dalhousie University and Memorial University of Newfoundland. The Emergency Medicine department is a home site for the Dalhousie Integrated Family Medicine Emergency Medicine Residency Program. Supervised residents and students may be involved in your care.
What parking options are available at Saint John Regional Hospital?
On-site parking is available at 400 University Avenue. Rates are $2.00 per hour and capped at $8.00 per day. Weekly passes cost $20.00 and monthly passes are $50.00. Contact (506) 648-6000 for information about accessible parking spaces.
Does Saint John Regional Hospital offer virtual urgent care?
Saint John Regional Hospital's Emergency Department operates in person only. For non-emergency health concerns, New Brunswick residents can call 811 to reach Tele-Care NB, a free 24/7 telephone health advice service, before deciding whether an ER visit is necessary.

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About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Visit length figures represent total time in the emergency department from arrival to discharge, sourced from NB Health. Actual times may vary.

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