Guysborough Memorial Hospital

Guysborough, NS · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Guysborough

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring specialized or higher-level emergency care may be referred to larger regional hospitals within Nova Scotia Health's Eastern Zone.

St. Martha's Regional Hospital

Antigonish · 44 km away

1h 45m

Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital

Inverness · 93 km away

1h 30m

Aberdeen Hospital - New Glasgow

New Glasgow · 90 km away

5h 37m

About Guysborough Memorial

Guysborough Memorial Hospital is a 10-bed rural community hospital located at 10560 Route 16 in Guysborough, Nova Scotia, serving the residents of Guysborough County with 24/7 emergency care. As part of Nova Scotia Health's Eastern Zone, the ED provides core emergency services supported by on-site laboratory, X-ray, and EKG diagnostics, with transfer pathways in place for higher-level trauma, cardiac, or stroke intervention at regional centres. Virtual urgent care is also available through the ED for patients over five years old with urgent but non-life-threatening concerns.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Virtual urgent care (ages 5+, non-life-threatening concerns) Laboratory services (Mon–Fri, 7:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.) X-ray and diagnostic imaging EKG / electrocardiogram Diabetes Education Centre Physiotherapy Occupational therapy Mental health and addictions services (outpatient) Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) services Palliative care Social work Foot care clinic Public health and continuing care services Visiting pediatrics clinic Visiting surgical consult clinic Blood collection (walk-in only) 50-bed long-term care facility (attached)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Free parking is available at Guysborough Memorial Hospital. The main parking lot is located in front of the hospital, with additional spaces along the side of the facility. The hospital is wheelchair accessible.

Guysborough is a rural community with no public transit serving the hospital. Patients are strongly advised to arrange personal transportation in advance. For transport assistance options, contact Nova Scotia's 811 health line.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is available for this facility. As a small rural ED, mornings on weekdays tend to be less congested than evenings and weekends. If your concern is urgent but not an emergency, consider using the virtual urgent care option available through the ED triage process.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait time data is available. Evening hours and weekends typically see higher ED volumes at rural hospitals. Avoid arriving during peak evening hours (after 5 p.m.) for non-urgent concerns when possible, or explore virtual urgent care as an alternative.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Guysborough Memorial Hospital offer virtual urgent care?
Yes. Virtual urgent care is available for patients over the age of five with urgent but non-life-threatening health concerns. You must first check in with the ED triage nurse, who will assess your eligibility. If suitable, the hospital provides a quiet space and technology so you can have a virtual appointment with a physician on-site.
What diagnostic services are available at the Guysborough Memorial Hospital emergency department?
The ED is supported by on-site laboratory services, X-ray, and EKG. Note that the laboratory operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for scheduled services; emergency diagnostic support is coordinated through the ED as needed.
Will I be transferred to another hospital if my condition is serious?
Guysborough Memorial Hospital is a small community facility. Patients requiring higher-level care — such as major trauma, cardiac intervention, or stroke treatment — will be stabilized and transferred to an appropriate regional centre. The ED team manages all transfer arrangements.
Is there a SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) service at this hospital?
Yes. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner services are available at Guysborough Memorial Hospital. Registered nurses with specialized education in medical forensic care provide confidential, supportive, and nonjudgmental care to patients.
Can I see a specialist at Guysborough Memorial Hospital?
Specialists such as pediatricians and surgical consultants are not permanently on-site. They visit through scheduled clinics. If you require specialist care, call the hospital at 902-533-3702 to confirm upcoming clinic dates. Emergency specialist needs are handled through patient transfer to a regional facility.
Is parking free at Guysborough Memorial Hospital?
Yes, parking is free. The main lot is located in front of the hospital, with additional spaces along the side of the building. The facility is wheelchair accessible.

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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