Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, community hospital ERs tend to be quieter in the early morning hours (2 a.m. to 7 a.m.) on weekdays. If your condition is non-urgent, mid-week mornings often see lower volumes than weekends.

Busier times: Weekday evenings and weekend afternoons typically see higher emergency department volumes at community hospitals. Holidays and long weekends can also bring increased traffic. If your situation is not an emergency, consider visiting your family doctor or a walk-in clinic during these peak periods.

About Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital

The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital at 60 Cornelia St W in Smiths Falls, Ontario operates a 24/7 Emergency Department serving over 75,000 residents across Lanark County and the surrounding Rideau Canal region. As a fully accredited acute care community hospital with 85 inpatient beds and an intensive care unit, it provides emergency care for serious illnesses and injuries alongside a broad suite of specialty services including surgery, obstetrics, dialysis, and diagnostic imaging. No referral is required to visit the Emergency Department, and most services are covered by OHIP for eligible Ontario residents.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit (4 beds), General and specialty surgical services, Obstetrics (4 obstetrical beds), Diagnostic imaging (CT scan and MRI), Dialysis services, Laboratory services, Infection control services, General internal medicine, Family practice / family medicine, Outpatient care, Rehabilitation services, Sexual assault services, Mental health services (Lanark County Mental Health).

Amenities

• 24-hour ATM (located in the cafeteria)
• Cafeteria on site
• Wireless internet (Wi-Fi)
• Overhead paging system
• In-room telephones
• Mail services
• Wheelchair accessible throughout

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Tips Before You Go

• No referral is needed to visit the Emergency Department — walk-ins are welcome any time of day or night.
• Bring your Ontario health card (OHIP card) to ensure coverage. Out-of-country visitors should be prepared to pay by cash, Visa, or Mastercard.
• The hospital serves a large rural catchment area; if your condition is not immediately life-threatening, consider calling ahead or checking wait times online to plan your visit.
• Parking is available on site — arrive early during peak hours to secure a spot close to the main entrance.
• For mental health support in Lanark County, Lanark County Mental Health (LCMH) is a sponsored program of the hospital and may offer additional community resources outside of the ER.

What to Bring

• Ontario health card (OHIP card) or provincial health insurance card
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications, including dosages
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records or referral documents
• Health insurance information (especially for out-of-province or out-of-country visitors)
• Payment method (cash, Visa, or Mastercard) if you are not covered by OHIP
• Comfort items for potentially long waits (water bottle, snack, phone charger, book)

Frequently Asked Questions

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. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.