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Nipigon District Memorial Hospital is a 37-bed, Level C facility located at 125 Hogan Rd in Nipigon, Ontario, serving residents of Nipigon, Beardmore, Red Rock, Dorion, MacDiarmid, and surrounding First Nations communities. The Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing diagnostic and treatment services for acute life-threatening injuries and severe illnesses, including emergency labour and delivery and a Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program. As a rural regional hospital, it offers a broad scope of care — including telehealth specialist consultations via the Ontario Telehealth Network — so patients in the catchment area can access specialist support without travelling long distances.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Emergency labour and delivery, Cardiac care including telemetry, Cardiac rehabilitation and stress testing, Inpatient acute care (15 acute care beds), Long-term care (15 beds), Chronic care including short-stay respite, Palliative care, Medical day care, Laboratory and diagnostic services, Diagnostic radiography, Ultrasound, Pulmonary function testing, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, Dietitian services, Diabetes outreach services, Foot care clinic, Cancer care (Regional Cancer Program partnership), Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program, Ontario Telehealth Network (OTN) specialist video consultations, GLA:D program (osteoarthritis education and exercise), Healthy Lifestyles program, Meals on Wheels, Respite care.
Amenities
On-site patient parking
Wheelchair accessible facility
Ontario Telehealth Network (OTN) video conferencing for specialist consultations
This is the primary emergency facility for a large rural catchment area including Beardmore, Red Rock, Dorion, and First Nations communities — if you live in these areas, Nipigon District Memorial Hospital is your closest ER.
Take advantage of the Ontario Telehealth Network (OTN) services available here — specialist consultations can often be conducted on-site via video, saving you a long drive to Thunder Bay or other regional centres.
Always bring your Ontario Health Card (OHIP card) and a complete list of your current medications to streamline registration and treatment.
If you or someone you know requires support after a sexual assault or partner violence incident, the hospital's Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program provides initial emergency care and can connect you with follow-up services through the Victim Treatment Centre (VTC).
For non-emergency health concerns, consider whether the hospital's Medical Day Care, Diabetes Outreach, or Physiotherapy programs may be more appropriate than the Emergency Department — this helps keep the ER available for urgent cases.
What to Bring
Valid Ontario Health Card (OHIP card) or applicable medical insurance information
Complete list of all current medications including dosages
Any relevant medical records or recent test results
Health card or coverage information for any dependants
Photo ID
Payment method for any non-OHIP-covered services
Comfortable clothing if a longer stay is possible
A support person or emergency contact's phone number
Frequently Asked Questions
What communities does the Nipigon District Memorial Hospital Emergency Department serve?
The ER serves a broad rural catchment area including Nipigon, Beardmore, Red Rock, Dorion, MacDiarmid, and Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek First Nation. The hospital also administers the Beardmore Health Centre, located approximately 57 km north of Nipigon.
Does Nipigon District Memorial Hospital have specialist doctors on site?
As a Level C hospital, Nipigon District Memorial provides 24-hour coverage by on-site or on-call physicians. While not all specialists are physically present, the hospital uses the Ontario Telehealth Network (OTN) to connect patients with specialist consultations via video conferencing, reducing the need to travel to larger centres.
Is the Nipigon ER equipped to handle labour and delivery emergencies?
Yes. The Emergency Department at Nipigon District Memorial Hospital is equipped to provide emergency labour and delivery services as part of its 24/7 emergency care capabilities.
What support is available for victims of sexual assault or partner violence at this hospital?
The hospital operates a Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program. With the patient's informed consent, the ER provides initial emergency care, and follow-up services are available through the Victim Treatment Centre (VTC) follow-up nurse.
Do I need a referral to visit the Nipigon District Memorial Hospital Emergency Department?
No referral is required to access the Emergency Department. Walk-ins are welcome 24 hours a day. Bring your OHIP card and a list of your medications to help speed up registration.
Is the hospital accessible for patients with mobility challenges?
Yes. Nipigon District Memorial Hospital is listed as fully wheelchair accessible, and on-site parking is available close to the facility entrance at 125 Hogan Rd.