Sussex Health Centre

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for Sussex Health Centre. Generally, community hospital ERs tend to be quietest on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your condition is urgent but not life-threatening, mid-morning on a weekday is typically the best time to visit a facility of this size.

Busier times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays tend to be busier. Avoid arriving in the late evening if possible, and always call 911 for life-threatening emergencies regardless of time.

About Sussex Health Centre

Sussex Health Centre is an acute care community hospital located at 75 Leonard Dr in Sussex, New Brunswick, serving a regional population of approximately 30,000 people. The emergency department provides around-the-clock care supported by family physicians, nursing staff, and diagnostic services, with access to surgical and specialty consultations on site. Patients with routine to moderate emergencies are well served here, while high-acuity cases such as major cardiac events or neurosurgical needs may be transferred to larger regional centres like Saint John Regional Hospital.

Services & Specialties

Emergency Department (24/7), Cancer Care (Oncology), Dialysis (Nephrology), Neuroscience and Stroke Program, Surgical Services, Cardiology, ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), Gynaecology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Paediatrics, Plastic Surgery, Psychiatry, Urology, Palliative Care, Family Medicine, Diabetes Clinic, Diagnostic Imaging (Radiology), Rehabilitation Services, Concentrated Care Area.

Amenities

• Free on-site parking
• Free Wi-Fi for patients and families (provided through Horizon Health Network and local hospital Foundation)
• Wheelchair accessible facility
• Physician and specialist offices on or near site
• Dentist and extra-mural health provider offices on site

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Tips Before You Go

• Sussex Health Centre is a 25-bed community hospital — it handles most urgent and moderate emergencies well, including fractures and acute illness, but very complex cases may require transfer to Saint John Regional Hospital or The Moncton Hospital.
• Free parking is available on site; if you are dropped off at the emergency entrance, have your driver move the vehicle to the general lot promptly to keep emergency access clear.
• Services are available in both English and French, so francophone patients can request care in their preferred language.
• If your condition is life-threatening, call 911 rather than driving yourself — paramedics can begin treatment en route and coordinate with the ER before you arrive.
• Bring a list of your current medications and any relevant medical history, as Sussex Health Centre may need to coordinate with specialists at larger Horizon Health Network hospitals for complex cases.
• The hospital is affiliated with Horizon Health Network, so your records and referrals can be shared across Horizon facilities including Saint John Regional Hospital if follow-up care is needed.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence, passport)
• New Brunswick Medicare card (provincial health card)
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records, test results, or imaging from previous visits
• A trusted family member or friend who can advocate for you and take notes
• Comfortable clothing and a warm layer, as waiting areas can be cool
• Snacks and a water bottle for non-restricted patients facing a wait
• Phone charger or portable battery to stay connected during your visit

Frequently Asked Questions

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.