Chatham-Kent Health Alliance

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

Current ER wait

2h 1m

5 waiting · 14 being treated

2h 1m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Source: Ontario Health · as of 9:25 a.m. EDT

Open 24/7

Source: Chatham-Kent Health Alliance·high confidence·verified 1mo ago

Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

2h1
1pm
1h54
2pm
1h16
3pm
0h48
4pm
0h48
5pm
0h48
6pm
0h48
7pm
0h54
8pm
1h1
9pm
1h10
10pm
1h20
11pm
1h18
12am

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Saturdays 3pm avg ~42m
Longest wait Tuesdays 8am avg ~4h 39m

Nearby Alternatives

Chatham-Kent Health Alliance - Wallaceburg

Wallaceburg · 27 km away

2h 4m

Four Counties Health Services Corporation

Newbury · 45 km away

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Erie Shores HealthCare

Leamington · 51 km away

52m

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

Leamington · 53 km away

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Bluewater Health - Petrolia (Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital)

Petrolia · 53 km away

19m

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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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Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

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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