Lakeridge Health – Bowmanville is a fully accredited community hospital serving the Municipality of Clarington from its location at Liberty St S and King St E in Bowmanville, Ontario. The 24/7 Emergency Department provides acute care for residents of Clarington and the surrounding area, supported by critical care, diagnostic imaging, surgery, and a range of specialty services including the Regional Eye Centre for the entire Lakeridge Health network. As part of the Lakeridge Health system serving Durham Region, this hospital is an appropriate first stop for urgent and emergency care needs across the eastern end of the region.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, Complex Continuing Care, Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, Diabetes Education Program, Regional Eye Centre (Lakeridge Health), Ophthalmology, ASL Interpreter Services, Language Interpretation Services, OHIP-Covered Services.
Amenities
Free Wi-Fi (network: LHGUEST) throughout the hospital
Check the Lakeridge Health Emergency Department Wait Times Tracker online before leaving home — it shows live approximate wait times across all Lakeridge Health ERs so you can plan accordingly.
The main entrance is on the north side of the building; follow signs for Lot A to find the closest parking to the ER and main reception.
If you or someone with you communicates in ASL or another language, let registration staff know immediately — ASL interpreters and interpretive services are available at no extra charge.
Multi-day parking passes can be purchased at the Parking Pay Stations inside the hospital, which is useful if a family member is admitted for an extended stay.
Connect to the 'LHGUEST' Wi-Fi network on arrival to stay connected while waiting — free for all patients and visitors throughout the building.
What to Bring
Ontario health card (OHIP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and prescribing doctors
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or imaging CDs
Phone charger or portable battery pack
Comfortable clothing and a light jacket (waiting areas can be cool)
Snacks and a water bottle for a potentially long wait
Parking
Pay-per-use and multi-day parking packages are available at Parking Pay Stations, in line with Ontario Ministry of Health affordability requirements. Full pay stations accept tap debit/credit, cash, Google Pay, and Apple Pay; exit gates accept debit/credit, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. The main entrance and primary parking lot (Lot A) are on the north side of the hospital, beside the cafeteria. The facility is fully accessible.
Getting There
Durham Region Transit serves the hospital with routes 88, 902, 502, and 507. The closest stop is Prince St Eastbound @ Liberty St, approximately a 1-minute walk from the entrance. An additional nearby stop is King Westbound @ Liberty St. The hospital sits at the corner of Liberty St S and King St E in central Bowmanville.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Lakeridge Health Bowmanville have an online ER wait time tool?
Yes. Lakeridge Health operates an online Emergency Department Wait Times Tracker that shows approximate current wait times across all of its hospital sites, including Bowmanville. You can check it before leaving home to compare wait times across the network.
Is the Bowmanville ER open overnight and on holidays?
Yes. The Emergency Department at Lakeridge Health – Bowmanville operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all statutory holidays.
What language support is available at the Bowmanville Emergency Department?
The hospital offers professional interpretation services for patients who require assistance in languages other than English, and ASL (American Sign Language) interpreters are also available. Inform staff at registration so arrangements can be made promptly.
Is Bowmanville Hospital part of a larger health system?
Yes. Lakeridge Health – Bowmanville is one of four acute hospitals with emergency departments operated by Lakeridge Health, the regional health system serving Durham Region, Ontario. It was founded in 1913 as Memorial Hospital Bowmanville and joined the Lakeridge Health network in 1998.
Is the Bowmanville Hospital expanding its Emergency Department?
A major redevelopment is planned that will nearly double the size of the current hospital. The project includes an expanded Emergency Department, 32 new beds, Level 3 Critical Care capacity, a rooftop helipad, private patient rooms, ambulatory care clinics, and a haemodialysis centre.
How do I get to Lakeridge Health Bowmanville by public transit?
Durham Region Transit routes 88, 902, 502, and 507 serve stops within about a 1-minute walk of the hospital. The closest stop is Prince St Eastbound @ Liberty St. The hospital is located at the corner of Liberty St S and King St E in central Bowmanville.
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. Actual wait times may vary.
We check our own accuracy. Forecasting two hours ahead, the ERstat estimate was typically off by 33 minutes against what hospitals themselves later posted, compared with 41 minutes for the hospital's own current figure, and was the closer of the two 58% of the time. See the full scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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