Lakeridge Health - Port Perry

451 Paxton St, Port Perry, ON (905) 985-7321

Current ER wait

1h 40m

1 waiting · 6 being treated

1h 40m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Source: Lakeridge Health · as of 1:15 a.m. EDT

Open 24/7

Source: Lakeridge Health·high confidence·verified 1mo ago

Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

1h40
5am
1h45
6am
1h50
7am
1h51
8am
1h50
9am
1h54
10am
1h54
11am
1h44
12pm
1h30
1pm
1h13
2pm
1h6
3pm
1h9
4pm

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Wednesdays 4pm avg ~1h 19m
Longest wait Sundays 4am avg ~2h 49m

Nearby Alternatives

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Oshawa · 23 km away

4h 7m

Lakeridge Health - Whitby

Whitby · 28 km away

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Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital

Ajax · 30 km away

3h 12m

Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville · 31 km away

2h 18m

Ross Memorial Hospital

Lindsay · 32 km away

7h 28m

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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.

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Other Care Options

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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.

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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. Actual wait times may vary.

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