Chatham-Kent Health Alliance

Chatham, ON

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Current ER wait · Provincial Health

6h 55m

24/7

17 waiting · 25 being treated

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Shortest wait Thursdays 12pm avg ~30m
Longest wait Tuesdays 10am avg ~5h 48m

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80 Grand Ave W, Chatham, ON (519) 352-6400 Hospital website

About Chatham-Kent Health Alliance

The Emergency Department at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) in Chatham, Ontario operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing urgent and emergency care to residents of Chatham-Kent, South Lambton, and Walpole Island — a community of over 102,000 people. As a 300-bed community hospital, CKHA's ER is staffed by physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary health professionals equipped to assess and treat life-threatening injuries and severe illness. The facility also houses a Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre, offering specialized emergency care and confidential follow-up services.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre, Emergency and Ambulatory Care, Medicine and Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Mental Health and Addictions, Surgical Program, Women and Children's Health, Rehabilitation and Complex Continuing Care, Diabetes Education Centre, Dialysis, Dysphagia Clinic, Chronic Disease Management, Seniors' Health, Language Interpretation Services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does CKHA's Emergency Department in Chatham have a Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre?
Yes. CKHA's Chatham campus includes a Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre that provides specialized emergency care and confidential follow-up services for survivors. You can access this service through the Emergency Department.
Which parking lot should I use when going to the CKHA Emergency Department?
Lot D is the designated patient parking lot closest to the Emergency Department at the Chatham campus, located at 80 Grand Ave W. Accessible parking is also available in visitor lots on site.
Is the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Emergency Department open on holidays?
Yes, the CKHA Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all statutory holidays. Most other hospital services require appointments and may have reduced hours on holidays.
Does CKHA offer mental health services through the Emergency Department?
CKHA provides Mental Health and Addictions services as part of its broader hospital programs. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, the Emergency Department can assess and connect you to appropriate care. For non-emergency mental health support, a referral may be required to access outpatient programs.
Can I take public transit to the CKHA Emergency Department in Chatham?
Yes. Multiple CK Transit (Ride CK) routes, including Routes C, D, 1, 2, 4, and 5, serve the hospital with a dedicated stop on site. Specialized accessible transit is also available for those with disabilities. For non-urgent medical trips, CareLink (operated by Family Service Kent) provides transportation assistance in Chatham-Kent.
Is there a pharmacy at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance hospital?
Yes. Elston Pharmacy is located at 1R, Zone B on the Chatham campus and is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is closed on weekends and holidays. Vending machines are available 24/7 for basic needs outside pharmacy hours.

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