All Saints Springhill Hospital

Springhill, NS · 24/7 — Collaborative Emergency Centre open around the clock. Physician availability on-site may vary; virtual physician care is available when a doctor is not physically present.

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Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Springhill

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring a higher level of emergency care may be referred to Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre in Amherst or other Northern Zone facilities within Nova Scotia Health.

Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre

Amherst · 21 km away

1h 23m

Hants Community Hospital

Windsor · 74 km away

2h 15m

Valley Regional Hospital

Kentville · 72 km away

1h 23m

About All Saints Springhill

All Saints Springhill Hospital, located at 10 Princess Street in Springhill, Nova Scotia, operates as a Collaborative Emergency Centre (CEC) — the second of its kind in the province — serving Springhill and surrounding communities including Oxford, Collingwood, Southampton, and Springhill Junction. The CEC model combines emergency and primary care delivered by a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and paramedics, with virtual physician visits available when a doctor is not physically on-site. This facility is best suited for urgent but non-life-threatening conditions; patients experiencing a life-threatening emergency should call 9-1-1 immediately.

Services & Specialties

Collaborative Emergency Centre (CEC) Virtual urgent care (physician by tablet when not on-site) Triage and emergency nursing Blood collection by appointment with referral ECG/EKG (referral and appointment required) Mental health and addictions services Inpatient withdrawal management (medication-assisted) Palliative care consultation (hospital and community) Occupational therapy (inpatient and outpatient) Restorative care and physiotherapy (referral required) Seniors' clinic (serving Pictou, Colchester, Cumberland, East Hants) Inpatient care

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Free parking is available on-site at All Saints Springhill Hospital. No additional details on specific lot locations or designated accessibility spaces are currently published.

Springhill is a rural community and no public transit routes serve this hospital. Personal transportation or pre-arranged medical transport is the primary means of access. For medical transportation needs, contact Nova Scotia Health's Northern Zone.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. As a general guide, mid-morning on weekdays tends to be less busy at smaller rural emergency centres. Arriving earlier in the day when virtual physicians may be more readily available can also help reduce your overall visit time.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait time data is available. Evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher volumes at emergency centres across Nova Scotia. If your condition is urgent but not life-threatening, calling ahead at 902-597-3773 may help you plan your visit timing.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Collaborative Emergency Centre (CEC) and how is All Saints Springhill different from a regular ER?
A CEC combines emergency and primary care services under one roof, staffed by a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and paramedics. At All Saints Springhill, when a physician is not physically on-site, patients with urgent non-life-threatening conditions can be seen by a doctor virtually via tablet. This differs from a traditional 24/7 emergency department where a physician is always physically present. For life-threatening emergencies, always call 9-1-1.
What happens if I arrive at the CEC and there is no doctor on-site?
You will still be seen by an onsite triage nurse and registered as usual. If your condition is appropriate for virtual care, you will be offered the option to see a physician via a computer tablet in a private room. The virtual physician can assess you, order prescriptions and tests, and coordinate your follow-up care through the onsite nursing staff. If your emergency is life-threatening, call 9-1-1.
My child is under two years old — can I bring them to the All Saints Springhill CEC?
Yes, but Nova Scotia Health recommends calling ahead at 902-597-3773 before arriving with a child under the age of two. This allows the onsite team to best prepare for your child's care.
Does All Saints Springhill Hospital offer mental health and addictions support?
Yes. The hospital has a mental health and addictions team available to help with intake appointments, reachable Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Tuesdays and Thursdays until 8:00 p.m.). An inpatient withdrawal management service is also available for those needing medication-assisted withdrawal from alcohol or other substances; call the Intake Service at 1-855-922-1122 to see if this program is right for you.
How do I book a blood test or ECG at All Saints Springhill Hospital?
Both services require a referral from a healthcare provider. Blood collection appointments can be booked online or by calling 1-833-637-1350, Monday to Friday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. ECG/EKG appointments can be booked online at booking.nshealth.ca. Walk-in blood work is not available — you must book in advance.
What are the visiting hours at All Saints Springhill Hospital?
General visiting hours are daily from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Nova Scotia Health's Family Presence Policy also allows patients to name up to two people as their primary family or support persons. If you need to visit outside standard hours, speak with the nursing staff on arrival.

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 Nova Scotia 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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