Erie Shores HealthCare

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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

• Cafeteria (open Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM; closed weekends and holidays)
• Vending machines (located outside the cafeteria)
• On-site pharmacy
• Patient Experience Specialist (available Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM)
• Pet visitation program (dogs and cats permitted with prior arrangement and vaccination records)
• Renovated discharge lounge

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

• Erie Shores HealthCare is ranked #1 in Ontario for ED-to-inpatient bed transfer times, making it one of the most efficient ERs in the province — but always check real-time wait times before heading in.
• If you need psychiatric support, a psychiatric assessment nurse is available in the Emergency Department who can connect you to community resources. Note that inpatient psychiatric admissions are transferred to Windsor.
• Bring your valid OHIP card — all insured services are provided at no cost upon presentation of your card.
• Cafeteria hours are limited (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–1 PM only), so consider bringing snacks and drinks for yourself and anyone accompanying you, especially on weekends or evenings.
• Parking is available off Fader Street on both the north and east sides of the hospital at a flat rate of $5.00 per day — bring cash or be prepared to pay upon arrival.

What to Bring

• Valid OHIP card or other provincial health insurance card
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral letters
• Health card for any dependents you are bringing
• Snacks and water (especially if visiting outside cafeteria hours)
• Phone charger or portable battery pack for a potentially long wait
• Comfort items such as a book, headphones, or a blanket

Frequently Asked Questions

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. Actual wait times may vary.

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