Georgetown ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 4:55 a.m. EDT

Georgetown Hospital

24/7 · 1 Princess Anne Dr

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Georgetown ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Georgetown over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Georgetown ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

3h3
8am
3h4
9am
3h20
10am
3h7
11am
2h50
12pm
2h43
1pm
2h32
2pm
2h4
3pm
1h4
4pm
1h8
5pm
1h17
6pm
1h43
7pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Georgetown ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Georgetown

Based on historical wait patterns across Georgetown emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Wednesdays 12pm avg ~1h 4m
Longest wait Tuesdays 4am avg ~3h 50m

Nearby ERs Outside Georgetown

St. Mary's General Hospital

Kitchener · 51 km away

30m

Halton Healthcare - Milton District Hospital

Milton · 16 km away

1h 39m

Hamilton Health Sciences - Mcmaster

Hamilton · 44 km away

2h 18m

Trillium Health Partners - Mississauga Hospital

Mississauga · 27 km away

2h 36m

Headwaters Health Care Centre - Headwaters Orangeville

Orangeville · 33 km away

2h 46m

Emergency Rooms in Georgetown

Georgetown has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wait time data for Georgetown is sourced from individual hospital websites and updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Georgetown use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Georgetown

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Georgetown ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many emergency departments are in Georgetown?
Georgetown has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Georgetown?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Georgetown hospitals using data from individual hospital websites. Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Georgetown ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Georgetown wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Georgetown ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Georgetown with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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