Strait Richmond Hospital

138 Hospital, Cleveland, NS (902) 625-3100
NS Health data feeds down since May 9. Showing predictions for NS hospitals.

Nova Scotia Health's emergency department wait time and closure data feeds have been down since their One Person One Record clinical information system launched May 9. Wait times shown for NS hospitals are now from ERstat's prediction model — NSH's data is unavailable.

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Currently closed

Until Fri, Jun 12, 1:00 p.m.

The Strait Richmond Hospital emergency department is temporarily closed and will reopen on Friday, June 12 at 1 p.m.

Normally: usually 24/7

Source: Nova Scotia Health·updated just now

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Nearby Alternatives

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Guysborough · 33 km away

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Eastern Memorial Hospital

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St. Martha's Regional Hospital

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Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital

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St. Mary's Memorial Hospital

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About Strait Richmond

Strait Richmond Hospital in Cleveland, Nova Scotia is a community hospital serving residents of Richmond County and the southern portion of Inverness County, operating a 24/7 emergency department with 15 inpatient medical beds. The facility provides core emergency and diagnostic services including laboratory testing, X-ray, and EKG, along with a range of visiting specialist clinics and outreach programs tailored to rural community needs. Patients requiring advanced trauma, cardiac, or stroke intervention may be transferred to a larger regional centre, making this ER best suited for urgent and emergent care within a well-supported community hospital setting.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Laboratory services, X-ray (diagnostic imaging), Electrocardiogram (EKG), Physiotherapy, Diabetes Education Centre, Nutrition and dietetic counselling, Social work, Satellite hemodialysis unit, Visiting general surgery clinic, Visiting orthopedics clinic, Visiting internal medicine clinic, Visiting ophthalmology clinic, Visiting rheumatology clinic, Visiting pediatrics clinic, Visiting palliative care clinic, Visiting vascular surgery clinic, Community Mental Health and Addictions services, Blood collection, Foot care outreach, Well Men/Women's Clinics, Heart to Heart program, Seniors advisory committee.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Strait Richmond Hospital emergency department open 24 hours?
Yes, the emergency department at Strait Richmond Hospital in Cleveland, NS is intended to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you arrive after 9 p.m., use the emergency entrance at the end of the hospital rather than the main entrance.
What specialist services are available at Strait Richmond Hospital?
The hospital hosts a range of visiting specialist clinics including general surgery, orthopedics, internal medicine, ophthalmology, rheumatology, pediatrics, palliative care, and vascular surgery. These are not permanent on-site specialists but are scheduled visiting clinics — contact the hospital to confirm upcoming clinic dates.
Does Strait Richmond Hospital have a diabetes education program?
Yes, the hospital has a dedicated Diabetes Education Centre and also provides outreach diabetes education services for patients in Richmond County and surrounding communities.
Is there mental health support available at or through Strait Richmond Hospital?
Community Mental Health and Addictions services are available on an outpatient basis through the hospital. Additionally, a 24/7 mental health mobile crisis line is available at 902-429-8167 or toll-free 1-888-429-8167 for immediate phone support without visiting the ER.
How do I get to Strait Richmond Hospital by public transit?
Strait Area Transit (SAT) provides accessible, door-to-door transit service to the hospital from communities in Richmond County, Inverness County, and the Town of Port Hawkesbury. Fares are $9.00 one way within the county, and rides must be booked at least one business day in advance.
What parking is available at Strait Richmond Hospital?
There is a parking lot on site with a $2 exit fee — have correct change ready. Metered parking is also available in front of the hospital. A change machine is located near the registration desk inside. Weekly and monthly rates are available for regular visitors.

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