Leamington District Memorial Hospital

Leamington, ON · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Leamington

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Nearby Alternatives

For advanced specialty services not available at Erie Shores HealthCare, patients in the Windsor-Essex region may be referred to larger regional hospitals in Windsor or elsewhere in southwestern Ontario.

Erie Shores HealthCare

Leamington · 1 km away

1h 49m

Windsor Regional Hospital - Met Campus

Windsor · 42 km away

2h 22m

Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus

Windsor · 45 km away

1h 59m

About Leamington District Memorial Hospital

Erie Shores HealthCare (formerly Leamington District Memorial Hospital) operates a 24-hour Emergency Department at 194 Talbot St W in Leamington, Ontario, serving residents across Essex County's South Shore from Harrow to Wheatley, Amherstburg, and Belle River. The ED is equipped to handle unscheduled and emergency health care needs for patients of all ages, with on-site mental health counsellors available to support patients and families during crisis situations. ESHC has earned recognition as the top-ranked hospital in Ontario for transferring admitted patients from the ED to inpatient beds, and consistently records the shortest emergency room wait times and best EMS offload times in the Windsor-Essex region.

Services & Specialties

24-hour Emergency Department Mental health crisis counselling Maternity and Newborn Clinic General Surgery Obstetrics and Gynecology Chemotherapy Diagnostic Imaging Laboratory Services Medical Day Care clinics Heart and Lung Care Ambulatory and outpatient care EMS and ambulance intake

Amenities

Parking & Transit

On-site parking is available for patients and visitors at 194 Talbot St W. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible. Contact Erie Shores HealthCare directly at (519) 326-2373 for current parking rates and lot details.

No confirmed public transit routes to this facility are available in current sources. Patients are advised to contact Leamington Transit or Essex County transit services directly for route information to 194 Talbot St W, Leamington.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. Generally, mid-morning to early afternoon on weekdays tends to be less busy at community hospitals. Arriving earlier in the day can reduce wait times during non-peak periods.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait data is available for this location. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher patient volumes. If your condition is not life-threatening and can wait, weekday mornings are generally calmer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leamington District Memorial Hospital the same as Erie Shores HealthCare?
Yes. Leamington District Memorial Hospital has been rebranded as Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) and continues to operate at the same location: 194 Talbot St W, Leamington, ON. All emergency and hospital services remain at this address.
How does the Erie Shores HealthCare ER compare to other Ontario hospitals for wait times?
ESHC has been ranked number one in Ontario for the speed at which admitted patients are transferred from the Emergency Department to an inpatient bed. It also holds the shortest ER wait times and the best EMS ambulance offload times in the Windsor-Essex region.
Does the Erie Shores HealthCare Emergency Department offer mental health support?
Yes. Mental health counsellors are available on-site in the Emergency Department at Erie Shores HealthCare. They can assist patients and their families in managing crisis situations during an ED visit.
Which communities does the Erie Shores HealthCare Emergency Department serve?
The ESHC Emergency Department is the primary acute care hospital for communities along Essex County's South Shore, including Leamington, Harrow, Wheatley, Amherstburg, and Belle River, as well as the broader Essex County area.
Is there a cafeteria or food available at Erie Shores HealthCare?
Yes, there is a cafeteria on the first floor, accessible through the Main Entrance off Fader Street. It is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and is closed on weekends and holidays. Vending machines are also available outside the cafeteria for after-hours visits.
Can I bring my pet to visit a patient at Erie Shores HealthCare?
Erie Shores HealthCare offers a pet visitation program for patients who request it, recognizing the important role pets play in mental health and recovery. Ask a staff member or the care team to arrange a pet visit for an eligible inpatient.

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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