Hanover and District Hospital

PREDICTED Moderate confidence
49m – 3h 16m
Most likely 2h 8m
Typically 1h 9m – 2h 18m at this hospital

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Emergency department open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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About Hanover and District Hospital

Hanover and District Hospital is a 28-bed acute care facility serving the rural communities of Grey County and Bruce County in Ontario, operating a 24/7 emergency department with a physician and trauma surgeon on-site. The ER is equipped to assess and treat a wide range of illnesses and injuries, making it the primary emergency resource for Hanover and surrounding municipalities. Patients requiring highly specialized care such as complex cardiac procedures, neurosurgery, or advanced pediatric intervention may be transferred to a larger regional centre.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department with on-site physician, Trauma surgeon on staff, Day Surgery, Obstetrics, Medical/Surgical In-patient Unit, Special Care Unit, Palliative Care, Hemodialysis Unit, Rehabilitation Services, Laboratory Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Two Operating Rooms, Specialist Clinics, Flex Clinic (outpatient care in collaboration with Ontario Health atHome), Diabetes Grey Bruce support clinic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hanover and District Hospital's emergency department open 24 hours?
Yes, the emergency department at Hanover and District Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays, with a physician on-site at all times.
Does Hanover and District Hospital have a trauma surgeon available?
Yes, Hanover and District Hospital has a trauma surgeon on staff and is equipped to assess and treat a wide range of illnesses and injuries in its emergency department.
What happens if I need specialized care that Hanover and District Hospital cannot provide?
As a 28-bed rural community hospital, Hanover and District may stabilize patients with highly complex needs — such as advanced cardiac interventions, neurosurgery, or specialized pediatric care — and then arrange a transfer to a larger regional facility.
Is parking available at Hanover and District Hospital?
Yes, on-site parking is available. The main entrance is located at 7th Ave and Grey Road 10 in Hanover. For information on parking fees or accessibility spaces, call the hospital at 519-364-2340.
Does Hanover and District Hospital offer obstetrics and maternity services?
Yes, Hanover and District Hospital provides obstetrics services as part of its full range of acute care offerings, making it a local option for maternity care in Grey and Bruce County.
What communities does Hanover and District Hospital serve?
Hanover and District Hospital serves the Town of Hanover and the surrounding rural municipalities across Grey County and Bruce County, providing primary and selected secondary-care hospital services closer to home.

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