Georgetown Hospital

1 Princess Anne Dr, Georgetown, ON (905) 873-0111

Current ER wait

3h 40m

16 waiting

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

Source: Halton Healthcare · as of 11:25 p.m. EDT

Open 24/7

Source: Government of Ontario·high confidence·verified 1mo ago

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12-Hour Forecast

3h40
3am
3h44
4am
3h35
5am
3h34
6am
3h41
7am
3h53
8am
3h41
9am
3h25
10am
3h36
11am
3h44
12pm
4h9
1pm
2h49
2pm

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

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Wednesdays 12pm avg ~1h 6m
Longest wait Tuesdays 4am avg ~3h 47m

Nearby Alternatives

William Osler Health System - Peel Memorial Centre

Brampton · 15 km away

2h 49m

Halton Healthcare - Milton District Hospital

Milton · 16 km away

1h 47m

William Osler Health System - Brampton Civic Hospital

Brampton · 19 km away

3h 10m

Credit Valley Hospital

Mississauga · 21 km away

4h 6m

Halton Healthcare Services - Oakville

Oakville · 26 km away

1h 39m

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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.

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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.

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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.

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