Kemptville District Hospital

Kemptville, 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.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Kemptville

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring specialized or higher-level care — including complex pediatric cases — are typically transferred to Ottawa-area hospitals, which are approximately 30 minutes north via Highway 416.

Ross Memorial Hospital

Lindsay · 255 km away

8h 1m

Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville · 270 km away

1h 30m

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Oshawa · 284 km away

2h 22m

About Kemptville District Hospital

Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) operates a 24/7 emergency department at 2675 Concession Rd in Kemptville, Ontario, serving North Grenville, the eastern United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, and South Ottawa — roughly 30 minutes south of the city. As a 40-bed acute care facility founded in 1960, KDH has grown into an integrated health services organization offering emergency care, advanced orthopaedic surgery (as a satellite of The Ottawa Hospital), diagnostic imaging including CT, and a range of outpatient and surgical services. Patients requiring higher-level or specialized pediatric care are transferred to Ottawa-area facilities, including CHEO for children.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department CT scanning (Tallman Family CT Scanner Suite) Diagnostic imaging (X-ray, ultrasound) Advanced orthopaedic surgery (satellite of The Ottawa Hospital) General and endoscopic surgery Inpatient acute and chronic care Convalescent care Interim long-term care Outpatient specialty clinics Physiotherapy and total joint replacement rehabilitation Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation GLA:D Canada osteoarthritis program Parkinson's physiotherapy program Internal pharmacy Dynacare laboratory (on campus) Addictions and mental health services (on campus via KDH Health Centre) HearingLife clinic (on campus)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Parking is a $6 flat rate for up to 24 hours — one of the lowest rates in the region. Payment is made via a gateless Scan to Pay system: scan the QR code on any parking sign and pay by debit, credit card, Google Pay, or Apple Pay — no app required. A cash meter at the ER entrance accepts coins only (exact change required); a nearby ATM and a bill-to-coin change machine are available for convenience. Drop-off and pick-up in designated spaces is free. The facility has a main lower lot and an upper east lot serving clinics and inpatient visitors. The site is fully accessible, and all parking revenue is reinvested into patient care.

Kemptville is a primarily rural and suburban community, and Kemptville District Hospital is oriented toward car access. No local transit routes directly serving the hospital campus have been identified. The hospital is conveniently located at the intersection of Concession Rd and Highway 44, just off Highway 416 — approximately a 30-minute drive south of Ottawa.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, smaller community emergency departments like KDH tend to be less congested during mid-morning on weekdays. If your condition is not life-threatening, arriving earlier in the day on a weekday may result in shorter waits.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher volumes. Avoid visiting the ER for non-urgent issues like prescription renewals or routine paperwork, as these are not ER functions and will not be handled there.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kemptville District Hospital Emergency Department open overnight and on holidays?
Yes. The KDH Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — including all statutory holidays.
Why does KDH's waiting room have both ER patients and people with imaging appointments?
KDH uses a single shared intake and waiting area for both emergency patients and those with scheduled diagnostic imaging appointments such as X-rays and ultrasounds. This means patients may appear to be called out of order — they are simply attending separate services within the same space.
Does Kemptville District Hospital have a CT scanner on site?
Yes. KDH is home to the Tallman Family CT Scanner Suite, made possible through a $2.3 million community fundraising campaign. CT imaging capability is a significant asset for a hospital of this size and is considered a gold standard diagnostic tool for emergency and surgical care.
Can Kemptville District Hospital treat children in an emergency?
KDH's Emergency Department can assess and treat children, but complex or higher-acuity pediatric cases are transferred by ambulance to CHEO (Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario) in Ottawa. For a life-threatening pediatric emergency, call 911 so paramedics can determine the most appropriate destination.
Does KDH offer orthopaedic surgery, and how does that work?
Yes. KDH offers advanced orthopaedic surgery as a satellite program of The Ottawa Hospital, bringing specialist surgical care to the Kemptville community. The on-site physiotherapy department supports recovery through a total joint replacement program and related rehabilitation services.
How much does it cost to park at Kemptville District Hospital?
Parking is a flat rate of $6 for up to 24 hours. You can pay contactlessly by scanning the QR code on any parking sign and using debit, credit, Apple Pay, or Google Pay — no app needed. A coin-only cash meter is also available at the ER entrance. Drop-off and pick-up in designated areas is always free.

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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