Pembroke Regional Hospital

PREDICTED High confidence
29m – 1h 21m
Most likely 57m
Typically 35m – 1h 7m at this hospital

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Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, weekday mornings (Tuesday through Thursday, 8–11 a.m.) tend to be among the calmer periods at community hospital EDs. If your situation is not life-threatening and you have flexibility, these windows may mean shorter waits.

Busier times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. As a general pattern, Canadian emergency departments tend to be busiest on Monday mornings, Friday evenings, and throughout weekends, as well as during local holiday periods. Evenings between 6 p.m. and midnight are typically high-volume across most community EDs.

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About Pembroke Regional Hospital

Pembroke Regional Hospital's Emergency Department operates 24/7 from Tower D, Ground Floor, serving approximately 100,000 residents across Pembroke, Petawawa, and the surrounding upper Ottawa Valley region. As a Level C secondary referral hospital and designated District Stroke Centre, PRH handles a broad range of emergencies — from trauma and cardiac events to acute mental health crises — with access to on-site CT imaging, a 10-bed ICU, and specialist support. Patients requiring tertiary-level care are connected to Ottawa-based centres through established referral pathways.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit (10-bed ICU), District Stroke Centre, Acute mental health services (19-bed inpatient unit), Orthopaedic care, Obstetrics and maternity care, Diagnostic imaging including CT, Laboratory medicine, Cardiac care, Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, Respiratory therapy, Chemotherapy (systemic therapy unit), Dialysis services, Telemedicine, Ontario Breast Screening, Vascular health services, Ambulatory care clinics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where exactly is the Emergency Department located at Pembroke Regional Hospital?
The ED is located in Tower D, Ground Floor, at the corner of Mackay Street and Deacon Street. Follow signage from the Deacon Street entrance for the most direct route. A multi-tower wayfinding system is available throughout the campus to help you navigate.
Is Pembroke Regional Hospital equipped to handle strokes?
Yes. PRH is a designated District Stroke Centre, meaning it has specialized protocols, staff training, and equipment — including CT imaging — to diagnose and begin treatment for stroke. Time-critical cases that require advanced intervention may be transferred to a tertiary centre in Ottawa.
Does Pembroke Regional Hospital have a psychiatric or mental health emergency service?
Yes. PRH operates a 19-bed acute mental health inpatient unit and provides regional mental health programming. The Emergency Department can assess and stabilize mental health crises, with access to psychiatry support and inpatient admission when required.
What parking is available when visiting the Pembroke Regional Hospital Emergency Department?
A patient drop-off lane runs along the north side of Deacon Street, with accessible parking spaces also available on that side. General visitor and patient parking is located in gated lots on the south side of Deacon Street. Parking fees apply; check on-site signage for current rates.
Can I get to Pembroke Regional Hospital by public transit?
Yes. As of August 2025, Ottawa River Transit Connect (ORTC) offers on-demand bus service within Pembroke city limits. Rides can be booked through the Blaise Transit app or by phone. The flat fare is $5 per ride; the vehicles are wheelchair accessible. Note the service does not extend beyond Pembroke city limits.
What advanced diagnostic equipment is available in the Pembroke Regional Hospital ED?
PRH has on-site diagnostic imaging including CT scanning, as well as full laboratory medicine services. These are available to support emergency assessments around the clock, reducing the need for transfers for most diagnostic workups.

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