Lady Minto Hospital

Cochrane, 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.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Cochrane

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Nearby Alternatives

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Kirkland and District Hospital

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Englehart and District Hospital Inc.

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About Lady Minto Hospital

Lady Minto Hospital is a 24/7 acute care community hospital serving Cochrane and the surrounding Northern Ontario region, operating as part of the MICs Group of Health Services alongside Bingham Memorial and Anson General hospitals. The emergency department treats serious injuries and illness, with bilingual English and French services available and no referral required. Patients with life-threatening or complex conditions are stabilized on-site and transferred to larger regional centres for advanced care.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department General Surgery Obstetrics Paediatrics Diagnostic Imaging (X-ray, Ultrasound, ECG, Holter Monitor) Basic Pulmonary Function Testing Laboratory Services (inpatient, outpatient, emergency) Microbiology (regional lab for partner hospitals) Oncology / Chemotherapy Physiotherapy Diabetes Education Program Clinical Nutrition Telemedicine Visiting Specialty Clinics Palliative Care Respite Care Complex Continuing Care Long-Term Care (Villa Minto, 37 beds)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Specific parking details for Lady Minto Hospital are not publicly listed. Contact the hospital directly at 705-272-7200 for information on parking availability and accessibility spaces.

No public transit routes to Lady Minto Hospital have been identified. Cochrane is a small Northern Ontario community; patients are advised to arrange private transportation or contact the Town of Cochrane for any available local transit options.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for Lady Minto Hospital. As a general guide for community hospitals, mid-morning on weekdays tends to be quieter than evenings or weekends. For non-urgent concerns, calling ahead at 705-272-7200 may help you plan your visit.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait data is available for this facility. Like most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher volumes. If your condition is not life-threatening, visiting during daytime weekday hours may mean shorter waits.

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What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lady Minto Hospital's emergency department open 24 hours?
Yes, Lady Minto Hospital operates a 24-hour, 7-days-a-week emergency department serving Cochrane and surrounding communities in Northern Ontario.
Does Lady Minto Hospital offer services in French?
Yes. Lady Minto Hospital provides bilingual services in both English and French, with French reception available. You can request French-language service upon arrival.
What happens if I have a life-threatening emergency at Lady Minto Hospital?
The emergency team at Lady Minto Hospital will stabilize you on-site. If your condition requires advanced care beyond what the hospital can provide — such as complex cardiac, trauma, or surgical intervention — you will be transferred to a larger regional hospital.
Is Lady Minto Hospital part of a larger health network?
Yes. Lady Minto Hospital is a member of the MICs Group of Health Services, alongside Bingham Memorial Hospital in Matheson and Anson General Hospital in Iroquois Falls. The hospital's laboratory also provides microbiology services to these two partner hospitals.
Do I need a referral to visit the Lady Minto Hospital emergency department?
No referral is required. Any patient can walk in to the emergency department at 241 8th Street, Cochrane, ON. The facility is wheelchair accessible.
What diagnostic services are available at Lady Minto Hospital?
Lady Minto Hospital's Diagnostic Imaging department offers X-rays, ultrasound, electrocardiograms (ECG), Holter monitors, and basic pulmonary function testing. The on-site laboratory serves inpatient, outpatient, and emergency patients.

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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