Nipigon District Memorial Hospital

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

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring advanced trauma care or highly specialized services may be referred to larger regional hospital facilities in the Thunder Bay area, approximately 110 km to the west.

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Health Sciences North - Ramsey Lake Health Centre

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Kirkland and District Hospital

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About Nipigon District Memorial Hospital

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

Parking & Transit

On-site parking is available for patients and visitors at 125 Hogan Rd. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible. Specific parking fees were not confirmed — contact the hospital at (807) 887-3026 for current details.

Nipigon is a small rural community with no identified public transit routes serving the hospital. Most patients arrive by personal vehicle or pre-arranged transportation. The hospital is located on Hogan Rd near 1st St in Nipigon.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait-time data is currently available for this facility. As a general rule, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be quieter at rural ERs. If your condition is not life-threatening, arriving during daytime hours when full diagnostic services are most readily accessible may be beneficial.

🔴 Busier times

No historical data is available to identify specific peak periods. Like most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see increased patient volumes. If your situation is not an emergency, consider calling ahead at (807) 887-3026 or exploring whether telehealth or outpatient programs meet your needs.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

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.

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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