Lindsay ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 11:50 p.m. EDT

Shortest: Ross Memorial Hospital at 4h 48m
Average: 4h 48m
11 people waiting now

Ross Memorial Hospital

24/7 · 10 Angeline St N

4h 48m
4h 48m 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.

Lindsay ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Lindsay over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Lindsay ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

4h48
3am
5h46
4am
6h19
5am
6h35
6am
6h34
7am
6h9
8am
5h40
9am
4h51
10am
3h53
11am
3h43
12pm
3h51
1pm
3h33
2pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Lindsay ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Lindsay

Based on historical wait patterns across Lindsay emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Wednesdays 1pm avg ~2h 32m
Longest wait Fridays 2am avg ~6h 19m

Nearby ERs Outside Lindsay

Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville · 49 km away

3h 21m

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Oshawa · 51 km away

4h 48m

Lakeridge Health - Port Perry

Port Perry · 32 km away

5h

Northumberland Hills Hospital

Cobourg · 60 km away

1h 15m–3h 30mPredicted

Peterborough Regional Health Centre

Peterborough · 32 km away

1h 45m–4h 45mPredicted

Emergency Rooms in Lindsay

Lindsay has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 11 people are waiting across Lindsay emergency departments.

Wait time data for Lindsay is sourced from individual hospital websites and updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Lindsay use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Lindsay

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Lindsay ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Lindsay right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Lindsay right now is at Ross Memorial Hospital with an estimated wait of 4h 48m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Lindsay?
Lindsay has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Lindsay?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Lindsay hospitals using data from individual hospital websites. Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
What is the average ER wait time in Lindsay?
The current average ER wait time across Lindsay emergency departments is approximately 4h 48m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Lindsay ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Lindsay wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Lindsay ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Lindsay with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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