Lady Minto Hospital

Cochrane, ON

PREDICTED Moderate confidence
Up to 5h 23m
Most likely 2h 43m
Typically 1h 25m – 4h 2m at this hospital

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241 8 St, Cochrane, ON (705) 272-7200 Hospital website

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).

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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.

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