Roseway Hospital

Shelburne, NS

This ER is temporarily closed. Please check with the hospital directly.

Current ER wait · NS Health

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Roseway Hospital emergency department is closed at 7 a.m., Saturday, April 25 and will remain closed Sunday April 26, Monday April 27 and Tuesday April 28. Virtual Urgent Care is open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily (Mon-Sun), even when the emergency department is closed.

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Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for Roseway Hospital. Generally, community hospital ERs tend to be less busy during mid-morning on weekdays. If your condition is non-urgent, consider the Same Day Clinic or Virtual Urgent Care first.

Busier times: No historical data is available to identify peak hours at Roseway Hospital. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays can see increased volumes. If your situation is not an emergency, using the Same Day Clinic or Virtual Urgent Care during off-peak hours may reduce your wait.

Nearby Alternatives

Queens General Hospital

Liverpool · 58 km away

1h 23m

Yarmouth Regional Hospital

Yarmouth · 66 km away

2h 45m

South Shore Regional Hospital

Bridgewater · 95 km away

2h 23m

Valley Regional Hospital

Kentville · 162 km away

1h

Saint John Regional Hospital

Saint John · 183 km away

7h–13h
1606 Lake Road, Shelburne, NS (902) 875-3011 Hospital website

About Roseway Hospital

Roseway Hospital is a community hospital in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, serving approximately 15,000 Shelburne County residents with 24/7 emergency care, inpatient services, and a Same Day Clinic for non-urgent concerns. The facility operates 19 inpatient beds covering acute medical, cardiac, convalescent, and pediatric care, making it the primary hospital resource for residents of Shelburne County and surrounding areas. Patients with non-life-threatening conditions can also access Virtual Urgent Care seven days a week or visit the Same Day Clinic located adjacent to the emergency department.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Same Day Clinic (non-urgent, low-acuity care), Inpatient acute medical care, Cardiac care, Pediatric inpatient care, Convalescent and transitional long-term care, Cardiovascular clinic (stroke, TIA, heart attack, angina), Community Mental Health and Addictions services, Opioid Recovery Program (methadone, buprenorphine/naloxone), Well Woman Clinic, Blood collection (online booking available), X-ray (online booking available), EKG (online booking available), Virtual Urgent Care (8 a.m.–7 p.m., 7 days/week).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Roseway Hospital have a Same Day Clinic separate from the ER?
Yes. A Same Day Clinic is located next to the emergency department at Roseway Hospital. It is open to patients with or without a primary care provider and is intended for non-urgent, low-acuity health concerns — it is not an emergency service. This is a good option if you need timely care for a minor issue.
Is Virtual Urgent Care available through Roseway Hospital?
Yes. Virtual Urgent Care is available seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and can be accessed through Nova Scotia Health for non-life-threatening concerns, potentially saving you a trip to the emergency department.
Can I book blood tests, X-rays, or EKGs at Roseway Hospital online?
Yes. Roseway Hospital offers online appointment booking for blood collection, X-ray, and EKG services through the Nova Scotia Health website, allowing you to plan your visit in advance.
What mental health services are available at or through Roseway Hospital?
Roseway Hospital provides outpatient Community Mental Health and Addictions services, as well as an Opioid Recovery Program offering opioid agonist therapy. For immediate mental health crises, a 24/7 mobile crisis line is available at 902-429-8167 or toll-free at 1-888-429-8167.
Does Roseway Hospital serve patients from outside Shelburne?
Yes. Roseway Hospital participates in a shared cardiovascular clinic serving patients from the Digby, Shelburne, and Yarmouth areas who have experienced stroke, TIA, heart attack, or angina. As the primary community hospital for Shelburne County, it serves residents across the surrounding region.
Is the Roseway Hospital emergency department wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The emergency department is wheelchair accessible and is accessed through the main hospital entrance at 1606 Lake Road, Shelburne. No fees are charged for emergency care.

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Wait times are estimates based on Nova Scotia health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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