Erie Shores HealthCare

Leamington, ON · Open 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

Current ER Wait Ontario Health
1h 49m quick
🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Leamington

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring services not available at Erie Shores HealthCare, such as inpatient psychiatric care or higher-level trauma services, may be referred to hospitals in the Windsor area.

Windsor Regional Hospital - Met Campus

Windsor · 43 km away

2h 22m

Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus

Windsor · 45 km away

1h 59m

Chatham-Kent Health Alliance

Chatham · 51 km away

3h

About Erie Shores HealthCare

Erie Shores HealthCare is a 72-bed community hospital located at 194 Talbot Street West in Leamington, Ontario, serving residents along Essex County's South Shore from Harrow to Wheatley, Amherstburg, and Belle River. The Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals providing assessment and treatment for life-threatening injuries and severe illness. Notably ranked first in Ontario for the speed of moving admitted patients from the ED to inpatient beds, Erie Shores consistently achieves the shortest emergency room wait times and best EMS offload times in the Windsor-Essex region.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Maternity and Newborn Clinic General Surgery Surgical Clinics Chemotherapy Diagnostic Imaging Medical Day Care Clinics Heart and Lung Care Laboratory Services Ambulatory Care Obstetrics and Gynecology Psychiatric Assessment (Emergency Department) On-site Pharmacy Outpatient Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Public parking is available on the north and east sides of the hospital, both accessible via gates off Fader Street. Accessible parking spaces are available in both lots. Parking costs $5.00 per day.

No specific public transit routes serving Erie Shores HealthCare have been confirmed. The hospital is centrally located in Leamington at 194 Talbot Street West. Patients are advised to contact the Municipality of Leamington for current local transit options.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is available for this location. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays tends to be less busy than evenings and weekends at most community ERs. Erie Shores HealthCare is recognized for having the shortest ER wait times in the Windsor-Essex region, so waits here may be shorter than at larger urban centres.

🔴 Busier times

No historical data is available to pinpoint peak times at this facility. As with most Canadian ERs, evenings (after 5 PM), weekends, and holidays typically see higher patient volumes. If your condition is not life-threatening, consider visiting during weekday daytime hours when possible.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Erie Shores HealthCare have the shortest ER wait times in the region?
Yes. Erie Shores HealthCare has been recognized for having the shortest emergency room wait times and best EMS offload times in the Windsor-Essex region, and has ranked first in Ontario for the speed at which admitted patients are moved from the ED into inpatient beds.
Is there psychiatric support available in the Erie Shores HealthCare Emergency Department?
Yes. A psychiatric assessment nurse is available in the Emergency Department to conduct psychiatric assessments and connect patients to community resources. Patients who require inpatient psychiatric admission are transferred to a facility in Windsor for that level of care.
Which communities does Erie Shores HealthCare serve?
Erie Shores HealthCare primarily serves communities along Essex County's South Shore, including Leamington, Harrow, Wheatley, Amherstburg, and Belle River, as well as the broader Essex County region.
Is there parking at Erie Shores HealthCare and how much does it cost?
Yes. Public parking is available on the north and east sides of the hospital, both accessible via Fader Street. Accessible parking is available in both areas. The cost is $5.00 per day.
Does Erie Shores HealthCare offer services in French?
Yes. Erie Shores HealthCare provides services in both English and French.
Can patients bring their pets to visit them at Erie Shores HealthCare?
Yes, under certain conditions. Erie Shores HealthCare has a pet visitation program for dogs and cats. Patients must request a Patient Pet Information form and provide proof of up-to-date pet vaccinations in advance. This policy does not apply to Service Animals, which are always permitted.

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on Ontario health data using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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