North Wellington Health Care - Louise Marshall Hospital

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

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This emergency department is open around the clock.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Mount Forest

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About North Wellington Health Care - Louise Marshall Hospital

Louise Marshall Hospital is a fully accredited 15-bed community hospital in Mount Forest, Ontario, serving approximately 15,000 residents across the Wellington North catchment area with 24/7 emergency care. The Emergency Department sees over 11,000 patients per year and provides medical, surgical, and emergency services supported by radiology, anesthesiology, pathology, and Geriatric Emergency Management. As a rural community hospital, it is well-suited for urgent and acute care needs, though patients requiring advanced trauma, cardiac, or stroke intervention may be transferred to a larger regional centre.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department General Surgery consultations Internal Medicine consultations Obstetrics and Gynecology consultations Pediatrics consultations Urology consultations Neurology consultations ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) consultations Radiology and Digital Imaging Laboratory services Anesthesiology Pathology Oncology department Operating room Geriatric Emergency Management Inpatient and outpatient care Up to 50 specialist clinics per month Pharmacy department Spiritual care services

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Parking at Louise Marshall Hospital is free of charge. Contact the hospital directly at (519) 323-2210 for details on accessibility parking availability.

Mount Forest is a rural community with no formal public transit routes serving the hospital. Patients without personal vehicles should contact Wellington County or the hospital at (519) 323-2210 to inquire about available community transportation or patient transport programs.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less congested during mid-morning on weekdays. For non-urgent concerns, consider calling (519) 323-2210 before visiting.

🔴 Busier times

Without historical wait data, specific busy periods cannot be confirmed. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays may see higher patient volumes. If your condition is not life-threatening, visiting during daytime weekday hours may result in shorter waits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Louise Marshall Hospital's emergency department open 24 hours?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Louise Marshall Hospital in Mount Forest is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
What specialists are available at Louise Marshall Hospital?
Louise Marshall Hospital has consulting staff covering General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Pathology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology, Neurology, ENT, and Pediatrics, with up to 50 specialist clinics held on-site each month.
Is parking free at Louise Marshall Hospital in Mount Forest?
Yes, parking at Louise Marshall Hospital is free of charge. For questions about accessible parking spaces, contact the hospital at (519) 323-2210.
Can Louise Marshall Hospital handle serious trauma or cardiac emergencies?
The Emergency Department can assess and stabilize acute injuries and illnesses, but as a community-level hospital without a designated trauma or cardiac centre, patients requiring higher-level intervention may be transferred to a larger regional facility.
What is the Wellington Health Care Alliance and how does it relate to Louise Marshall Hospital?
Louise Marshall Hospital is part of the Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA), a group of three rural acute care hospitals in Wellington County. WHCA is also a partner of the Guelph-Wellington Ontario Health Team, supporting coordinated care across the region.
How many patients does the Louise Marshall Hospital ER see each year?
The Emergency Department at Louise Marshall Hospital sees over 11,000 patients per year, serving the approximately 15,000 residents of the Wellington North catchment area.

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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