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Manitouwadge General Hospital — part of the award-winning Santé Manitouwadge Health integrated health organization — operates a 24-hour emergency department at 1 Health Care Cres in Manitouwadge, Ontario, serving this remote northwestern Ontario community located roughly 400 km east of Thunder Bay. The ER provides diagnostic and treatment services for acute injuries and severe illnesses, including initial emergency care through a Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program, supported by on-site laboratory, X-ray, and ultrasound services. This facility is best suited for urgent and emergent care needs in the region; patients requiring highly specialized interventions such as cardiac surgery, complex stroke care, or major trauma may be stabilized and transferred to larger regional centres.
Services & Specialties
24-hour emergency department, Trauma room, Laboratory diagnostics, X-ray imaging, Ultrasound, Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program (SAPACP), Acute inpatient care (9 beds), Long-term care (9 beds), Palliative and hospice care, Physiotherapy and cardiac rehabilitation, Diabetes program, Chronic disease management, Telemedicine and specialist video-conference clinics, Home nursing services, Respite care, Pharmacy, Primary care (family health team).
Amenities
Gift shop
Pharmacy (on-site)
Reception area
Exam rooms and trauma room
Doctor's lounge
Accessible building throughout
Scenic views of Lake Manitouwadge from patient rooms
Manitouwadge is approximately 54 km off the Trans-Canada Highway — plan your route in advance, especially in winter when road conditions can be hazardous.
For serious emergencies such as chest pain, stroke symptoms, or major trauma, call 911 immediately rather than driving — you may need to be stabilized and transferred to Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre.
The hospital offers telemedicine specialist clinics, so ask your care team whether a virtual specialist consult can support your treatment without requiring a long-distance transfer.
The community transportation service 'myRide' may be available if you need help getting to the hospital — contact Santé Manitouwadge Health ahead of time if possible.
Services are available in both English and French; bring your valid Ontario Health (OHIP) card to ensure covered services.
What to Bring
Valid Ontario Health (OHIP) card or other provincial health insurance card
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records or test results
Health card or coverage information for any supplemental insurance
Comfortable clothing if an extended stay is possible
Phone charger and personal entertainment for potential wait times
Snacks and water, especially if travelling from a remote area
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Manitouwadge General Hospital have a 24-hour emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at Manitouwadge General Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing continuous care for acute injuries and illnesses in the community.
What should I do if I need specialized care that Manitouwadge General Hospital cannot provide?
The hospital will stabilize your condition and coordinate a transfer to a larger regional centre if needed. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, approximately 400 km to the west, is the primary referral hospital for complex cardiac, stroke, trauma, and surgical cases.
Does the hospital offer telemedicine or specialist services on-site?
Yes, Santé Manitouwadge Health provides specialist clinics enabled by video-conference (telemedicine), allowing patients to access specialist consultations without traveling long distances from this remote community.
Is there a Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program at this hospital?
Yes, the emergency department at Manitouwadge General Hospital offers initial emergency care through a Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program (SAPACP), providing confidential and sensitive support to affected patients.
Are services available in French at Manitouwadge General Hospital?
Yes, the facility provides services in both English and French to serve the local population.
How do I get to Manitouwadge General Hospital if I don't have a vehicle?
Manitouwadge has no formal public transit. However, the Santé Manitouwadge Health integrated hub operates a community transportation service called 'myRide.' Contact the organization directly to find out if this service can assist you in reaching the hospital.