Lakeridge Health - Port Perry

Port Perry, 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
1h quick
🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Port Perry

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Nearby Alternatives

For higher-acuity specialist care or services not available in Port Perry, Lakeridge Health Oshawa and other regional centres in Durham Region offer expanded emergency and specialist services.

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Oshawa · 23 km away

2h 22m

Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital

Ajax · 30 km away

5h

Ross Memorial Hospital

Lindsay · 32 km away

8h 1m

About Lakeridge Health Port Perry

Lakeridge Health – Port Perry is a full-service community hospital serving the townships of Scugog, Brock, and Uxbridge in Durham Region, with a 24/7 emergency department staffed primarily by general practitioners. The ER handles a broad range of urgent and acute care needs, with a helipad on site to facilitate transfers to higher-acuity centres like Lakeridge Health Oshawa when specialist or advanced care is required. This hospital is well-suited for residents of Port Perry and North Durham seeking emergency care for non-life-threatening and moderate-acuity conditions.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Diagnostic Imaging Acute In-Patient Medicine Surgical Services Maternity and Birth Services (New Life Centre) Fracture Clinic Outpatient Clinics Helipad for Patient Transfers Outpatient Pharmacy

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Surface parking lots are available on site, including spaces for over-height vehicles. EV charging stations are available at $2/hour for the first four hours and $4/hour thereafter. Discounted multi-day parking packages can be purchased at Parking Pay Stations. Accepted payment methods include tap debit/credit card, cash, Google Pay, and Apple Pay at full pay stations, and debit/credit card, Google Pay, and Apple Pay at exit gates. The facility is wheelchair accessible. For parking inquiries, contact parking@lh.ca or call 905-576-8711.

Durham Region Transit serves the broader area; the nearest stop is Simcoe Southbound at Queen. Transit options in Port Perry are limited compared to larger urban centres — check the Durham Region Transit website or the Moovit app for current routes and schedules. A direct-access taxi phone is available at the hospital's main entrance.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, community hospital ERs tend to be quieter on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your condition is not life-threatening, visiting mid-morning on a weekday may result in shorter wait times.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. As with most ERs, evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher patient volumes. If possible, avoid these peak periods for non-urgent concerns.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lakeridge Health Port Perry Emergency Department open 24/7?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Lakeridge Health – Port Perry is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
What communities does the Port Perry ER serve?
The hospital primarily serves residents of Port Perry and the broader North Durham region, including the townships of Scugog, Brock, and Uxbridge.
Does Port Perry Hospital have specialist physicians in the ER?
Services at Port Perry are predominantly GP-based. Patients requiring specialist or high-acuity care may be transferred to Lakeridge Health Oshawa or another regional centre. A helipad is available on site to support such transfers.
Can I check ER wait times before going to Lakeridge Health Port Perry?
Yes, Lakeridge Health provides an online ED Wait Times Tracker at lh.ca that includes the Port Perry Emergency Department, so you can check approximate wait times before your visit.
Is parking available at Lakeridge Health Port Perry, and does it have EV charging?
Yes, surface parking lots are available on site, including spaces for over-height vehicles. EV charging stations are available at $2/hour for the first four hours and $4/hour after that. Multi-day discounted parking packages can also be purchased at Parking Pay Stations.
How do I get to Lakeridge Health Port Perry by transit?
Durham Region Transit serves the broader Port Perry area. The nearest transit stop is Simcoe Southbound at Queen. Transit options are limited in Port Perry compared to larger urban centres, so check the Durham Region Transit website or the Moovit app for the most current routes. A taxi phone with direct access to taxi service is also available at the hospital's main entrance.

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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