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Bingham Memorial Hospital is a 24/7 acute care community hospital located at 507 8th Ave in Matheson, Ontario, serving all communities in Black River-Matheson Township and the surrounding Northern Ontario region. The emergency department assesses and treats serious injuries and illnesses, stabilizing patients with life-threatening conditions before transferring them to the tertiary centre in Timmins when advanced care is required. As part of the MICs Group of Health Services alongside Iroquois Falls and Cochrane, Bingham Memorial provides essential front-line emergency and acute care for this rural community.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute inpatient care (11 acute beds), Continuing care (6 beds), Long-term care – Rosedale Centre (20 beds), Palliative care, On-site laboratory (full-service, inpatient and outpatient), Diagnostic imaging / radiology, Physiotherapy, Chemotherapy administration, Diabetes Education Program, Clinical Nutrition program, Telemedicine via North Network (specialist video consultations), Visiting specialty clinics – obstetrics, gynecology, surgery, internal medicine, urology, orthopedics, gastroenterology, Land ambulance (paramedic-staffed, on site), Air ambulance (available when required), Porcupine Health Unit satellite office (on site).
Amenities
Wheelchair accessible facility
Pastoral/spiritual care available for Rosedale Centre residents
Bingham Memorial is a rural community hospital — if you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency such as a major cardiac event or severe trauma, call 911 so paramedics can begin stabilization immediately and coordinate transfer to Timmins if needed.
For ambulance dispatch, call (705) 273-4357; for general hospital inquiries, call main reception at (705) 273-2424.
Bring your valid Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card to every visit. If you live outside Ontario, bring your provincial health card or private medical insurance information.
Specialist access in Matheson is available through scheduled visiting clinics and North Network telemedicine — ask your care team whether your condition can be addressed through these services rather than travelling to Timmins.
Given the hospital's small size, wait times can vary significantly depending on the day and volume. Arriving early in the morning on weekdays is generally less busy than evenings and weekends at most rural ERs.
What to Bring
Valid OHIP card (or out-of-province health insurance details)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, doses, and prescribing physicians
List of known allergies (medications, latex, foods)
Any relevant medical records, test results, or imaging you have at home
Emergency contact name and phone number
Personal comfort items if a long wait is possible (water bottle, snacks, warm layer)
Completed or partial advance care directives or power of attorney documents if applicable
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bingham Memorial Hospital have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes. The emergency department at Bingham Memorial Hospital in Matheson, ON operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.
What happens if I need care that Bingham Memorial cannot provide on site?
For life-threatening conditions requiring advanced intervention, the team at Bingham Memorial will stabilize you and arrange transfer to a larger centre. The nearest tertiary care hospital is located in Timmins. Air ambulance services are available when needed for time-sensitive transfers.
Can I see a specialist at Bingham Memorial Hospital without travelling to Timmins?
In many cases, yes. The hospital hosts visiting specialty clinics in obstetrics, gynecology, surgery, internal medicine, urology, orthopedics, and gastroenterology. Video consultations with specialists are also available through the North Network telemedicine program.
What communities does Bingham Memorial Hospital serve?
Bingham Memorial Hospital serves all communities in Black River-Matheson Township and the surrounding region. It is one of three hospitals in the MICs Group of Health Services, alongside facilities in Iroquois Falls and Cochrane.
Does Bingham Memorial Hospital have on-site lab and imaging services?
Yes. The hospital has a full-service medical laboratory serving inpatients, outpatients, and emergency cases, as well as on-site radiology (diagnostic imaging) and physiotherapy departments.
What is the history behind Bingham Memorial Hospital's name?
The hospital was originally established in 1919 as Rosedale War Memorial Hospital, honouring church members who died in World War I. When a new building was constructed on the current site in 1954, it was renamed Bingham Memorial Hospital in honour of Dr. G.A. Bingham, recognized as one of Canada's outstanding early 20th-century physicians. The hospital was formally incorporated in 1955.