Georgetown Hospital

Georgetown, ON · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

Current ER Wait Ontario Health
2h 47m moderate
🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Georgetown

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring more specialized or higher-acuity care may be directed to other Halton Healthcare facilities or larger regional hospitals in the greater Halton and Peel area.

Halton Healthcare - Milton District Hospital

Milton · 16 km away

1h 31m

William Osler Health System - Peel Memorial Centre

Brampton · 15 km away

2h 31m

Credit Valley Hospital

Mississauga · 21 km away

5h 6m

About Georgetown Hospital

Georgetown Hospital is a 53-bed community hospital located at 1 Princess Anne Dr in Georgetown, Ontario (Halton Hills), serving over 35,000 emergency patients each year. As part of the Halton Healthcare network, the ER operates 24/7 and offers a broad range of services including general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, mental health, and diagnostic imaging. It is well-suited for residents of Halton Hills and surrounding Peel Region communities needing emergency and acute care, though highly complex cases may be transferred to larger regional centres.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) triage General surgery Gynecology Orthopedics ENT (ear, nose and throat) Urology Cancer care Mental health services Obstetrics — 3 labour and delivery rooms Outpatient heart failure program Diabetes education and outpatient care Post Emergency Pediatric Clinic Geriatric Assessment Clinic Complex Transitional Care CT scan MRI Ultrasound Bone mineral density imaging Laboratory services

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Georgetown Hospital offers hourly and daily parking on site, as well as discounted passes including day, weekly, monthly, and multi-day value passes (5, 10, 30, or 100-day). All passes allow multiple entries and exits within a 24-hour period and can be purchased from admitting cashiers. Parking fees are subject to change — check pay stations on site or call 905-873-0111 ext. 6595 for current rates.

Georgetown Hospital is accessible by bus and GO Transit. Bus routes 31 and 33 serve the area, with the nearest stop at Main St. S. @ Cross St. (approximately a 14-minute walk). Georgetown GO Station on the Kitchener GO line is approximately a 28-minute walk from the hospital.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait-time data is currently available for this location. Generally, community hospital ERs tend to be quieter during mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday). If your condition is not immediately life-threatening, visiting during off-peak hours may result in a shorter wait.

🔴 Busier times

Without historical data, specific busy periods cannot be confirmed. As with most ERs, Monday mornings, evenings after 5 p.m., and weekends typically see higher patient volumes. Holidays and the winter cold-and-flu season also tend to increase wait times at community hospitals.

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What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Georgetown Hospital have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes, Georgetown Hospital's Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, serving more than 35,000 patients annually.
How are patients prioritized in Georgetown Hospital's ER?
All patients are first assessed by a registered nurse using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS). Care is given based on medical urgency — not arrival order — so more critically ill patients are seen before those with minor conditions.
Does Georgetown Hospital have obstetrics and maternity services?
Yes. Georgetown Hospital has an obstetrics unit with 3 labour and delivery rooms and postpartum beds for up to 7 patients, making it a local option for expecting mothers in Halton Hills and surrounding areas.
Is there a follow-up clinic for children after an ER visit at Georgetown Hospital?
Yes. Georgetown Hospital offers a Post Emergency Pediatric Clinic, which provides follow-up care for children who were seen in the Emergency Department. This covers a wide range of pediatric health concerns and can help avoid a return ER visit.
What diagnostic imaging is available at Georgetown Hospital?
Georgetown Hospital offers CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, and bone mineral density imaging, as well as full laboratory services for emergency, inpatient, and outpatient needs.
Is Georgetown Hospital part of a larger hospital network?
Yes. Georgetown Hospital is part of Halton Healthcare, which also includes Milton District Hospital and Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Patients requiring care beyond what Georgetown Hospital provides may be transferred to one of these partner facilities.

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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