Saint John Regional Hospital

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

Current ER wait

6h–13h

Total time in ER, not time-to-physician. Updated hourly.

9h 30m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Source: New Brunswick Health (Horizon/Vitalité) · as of 2:26 a.m. ADT

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Source: Horizon Health Network·high confidence·verified 1mo ago

Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

9h30
5am
9h33
6am
9h38
7am
9h15
8am
9h2
9am
8h38
10am
8h32
11am
8h9
12pm
7h37
1pm
7h19
2pm
7h35
3pm
7h58
4pm

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Mondays 11am avg ~7h 46m
Longest wait Tuesdays 2am avg ~11h 6m

Nearby Alternatives

ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL / HÔPITAL ST. JOSEPH

Saint John · 3 km away

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Kennebecasis Valley Health Services

Rothesay · 14 km away

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Sussex Health Centre

Sussex · 66 km away

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Oromocto Public Hospital

Oromocto · 68 km away

1h–2h

Digby General Hospital

Digby · 80 km away

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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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Other Care Options

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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.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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