Health Sciences North - Ramsey Lake Health Centre

Sudbury, ON · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

Current ER Wait Ontario Health
8h 29m packed
🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Sudbury

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Nearby Alternatives

For non-emergency care in the Greater Sudbury area, walk-in clinics and community health centres may offer shorter wait times for minor illnesses and injuries.

West Parry Sound Health Centre

Parry Sound · 146 km away

3h 38m

North Bay Regional Health Centre

North Bay · 116 km away

5h 18m

Temiskaming Hospital

New Liskeard · 151 km away

2h 51m

About Health Sciences North

Health Sciences North – Ramsey Lake Health Centre is Sudbury's major academic teaching hospital and the regional tertiary care centre for Northeastern Ontario, serving a catchment area spanning over 400,000 km² and more than half a million people. The 24/7 Emergency Department sees approximately 61,540 patients per year and is supported by a full spectrum of specialized services including cardiac care, oncology, trauma, nephrology, and a 29-bed ICU. Patients requiring advanced medical or surgical care, mental health crisis support, or specialized pediatric services should come to this facility.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Critical Care / ICU (29 critical care beds + 12 step-down beds) Trauma Care Cardiac Care and Cardiology Unit Cardiac/Medical Step-Down Unit Stroke Unit Oncology and Medical Unit Northeast Cancer Centre Nephrology and Dialysis Acute Inpatient Psychiatry Mental Health Crisis Worker (24/7 in ED) Child and Adolescent Mental Health Program NEO Kids and Family Program (Pediatrics) NEO Kids Outpatient Services Pediatric Abuse Referral and Evaluation Medical Imaging Surgical Services Palliative Care Community Care and Rehabilitation Supportive Care Program Infant and Child Development Services

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Short-term pay-as-you-go parking is available at the P3 lot near the Emergency Department for $1/hour or $12 until midnight. Visitor/patient passes provide access to the P4 and P1/P2 South Tower lots. Accessible parking passes are available for P4, P2, and P7 accessible lots — a handicap permit must be presented to Finance at the time of purchase.

Ontario Northland operates a transit stop directly at the main entrance of the hospital at 41 Ramsey Lake Rd. Greater Sudbury Transit also serves the hospital — verify current route details with Greater Sudbury Transit before travelling.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is available for this facility. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (after the overnight rush and before the afternoon peak) tends to be quieter in most Canadian ERs. For non-life-threatening concerns, consider checking current wait times before heading in.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait time data is available for this facility. As a regional tertiary care centre serving all of Northeastern Ontario, the ED can be busy at any hour. Evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher volumes at most Canadian emergency departments.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a mental health crisis service available at the HSN Emergency Department?
Yes. A crisis worker is available in the Emergency Department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When you arrive, register with the triage nurse and request to see a crisis worker. You will be assessed and supported accordingly.
How does triage work at Health Sciences North's Emergency Department?
Upon arrival, a Registered Nurse will assess you using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS). You will be seen by a physician based on the urgency of your condition — the most seriously ill patients are seen first, regardless of when they arrived or how they got to the hospital.
Where should I park if I'm visiting the Emergency Department?
The P3 parking lot is located closest to the Emergency Department and offers pay-as-you-go parking at $1/hour or a flat rate of $12 until midnight. Accessible parking options are available in the P4, P2, and P7 lots with a valid handicap permit.
Does Health Sciences North serve patients from outside of Greater Sudbury?
Yes. HSN is the regional tertiary care and academic health sciences centre for all of Northeastern Ontario. Its critical care team serves a catchment area of over 400,000 km², stretching from Parry Sound to Wawa to Moosonee to North Bay, providing advanced care to more than half a million people.
What should I do if I arrive at HSN late at night?
The main hospital entrance is locked between 11:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. If you need emergency care during those hours, go directly to the Emergency Department entrance, which remains accessible at all times.
Are there food and coffee options available at Health Sciences North?
Yes. The Rock Garden Café on Level 2 offers hot meals, sandwiches, baked goods, and beverages. There are also two Tim Hortons locations on site — one near the main entrance and one near the Northeast Cancer Centre — as well as vending machines throughout the building.

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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