Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre

Baie Verte, NL · Open 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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About Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre

Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre is a 24/7 community hospital and emergency department located at 7 Hospital Road in Baie Verte, Newfoundland and Labrador, serving 21 communities across the Baie Verte Peninsula. The facility offers both acute and long-term care, including emergency services, medical imaging, laboratory, mental health, rehabilitation, and visiting specialist clinics. Patients with complex or high-acuity emergencies may be transferred to Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor for advanced care.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Blood Collection / Laboratory Medical Imaging / X-Ray Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Care Mental Health and Addictions Support Dietitian and Diabetic Education Services Primary Health Care (Physician and Nurse Practitioner Clinics) Long-Term Care (Copper Crescent Wing) Palliative Care Social Work Services Telehealth / Virtual Care Public Health Services Children's Health and Youth Services Paramedicine / Ambulance Services Pastoral Care Therapeutic Recreation Visiting Dental and Dietetic Clinics Visiting Specialist Clinics Community Support Services

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Free parking is available on site. The facility features accessible parking spaces, a ramp, and accessible entrances and interior spaces for patients with mobility needs.

Baie Verte is a rural community with no public transit service. Personal vehicle or ambulance are the primary means of reaching the health centre. Ambulance services are available through the facility.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. As a general guide, weekday mornings and early afternoons tend to be less busy at rural community emergency departments. For non-life-threatening concerns, calling 811 first can help you decide the best time to visit.

🔴 Busier times

Without historical data, specific busy periods cannot be confirmed. Evenings, weekends, and holidays are typically the busiest times at most emergency departments. If your situation is not urgent, weekday daytime hours are generally recommended.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre have a 24-hour emergency department?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing around-the-clock emergency care to residents of the Baie Verte Peninsula and surrounding communities.
What communities does Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre serve?
The health centre serves 21 communities across the Baie Verte Peninsula, providing both emergency and primary health care services to a wide rural catchment area in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Where will I be transferred if my condition is too serious for Baie Verte?
Patients with complex or high-acuity medical needs who require services beyond what the Baie Verte facility can provide are typically transferred to Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor.
Is there long-term care available at Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre?
Yes, the facility includes a long-term care wing known as the Copper Crescent wing, as well as palliative care services, making it a comprehensive community health centre beyond emergency and acute care.
How do I get to Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre if I don't have a vehicle?
There is no public transit service in Baie Verte. Personal vehicle transport is the primary means of access. Ambulance services are also available through the facility for emergency transport. Call 911 if you need emergency ambulance assistance.
Can I get specialist care at Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre?
The health centre offers visiting specialist clinics on a scheduled basis, as well as telehealth technology that connects patients with physicians and nurse practitioners remotely. Contact the facility at 709-532-4281 to inquire about specific specialist availability.

About ER Wait Times

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

Wait times are estimates based on Newfoundland & Labrador health data using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

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

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