Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital

Smiths Falls, ON · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — including holidays

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This emergency department is open around the clock.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Smiths Falls

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Nearby Alternatives

For residents in the broader Lanark County area, the hospital's Perth site at 33 Drummond Street West also provides 24/7 emergency services and may be an option depending on your location.

Ross Memorial Hospital

Lindsay · 215 km away

8h 1m

Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville · 230 km away

1h 30m

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Oshawa · 244 km away

2h 22m

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

Parking & Transit

On-site parking is available at 60 Cornelia St W for patients and visitors. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible. For current parking rates and details, visit psfdh.on.ca/parking.

The Smiths Falls site is located at the corner of Cornelia St W and Highway 43. Smiths Falls is a small community with limited public transit; patients without personal transportation should contact the Town of Smiths Falls or local taxi services for transportation options.

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.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital ER in Smiths Falls require a referral?
No referral is required. The Emergency Department at 60 Cornelia St W is open 24/7 and accepts walk-in patients for urgent medical care at any time.
Is the Smiths Falls hospital Emergency Department wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital at the Smiths Falls site is fully wheelchair accessible, including the Emergency Department entrance and facilities throughout the building.
Does OHIP cover emergency care at Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital?
Yes, most services at the Emergency Department are covered by OHIP for eligible Ontario residents. Out-of-country visitors are not covered by OHIP and should be prepared to pay by cash, Visa, or Mastercard.
What is the difference between the Smiths Falls site and the Perth site of this hospital?
Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital operates on two sites. The Smiths Falls site is located at 60 Cornelia St W and offers 85 acute care beds, an ICU, obstetrics, and a full Emergency Department. The second site, Great War Memorial (GWM), is located at 33 Drummond Street West in Perth, ON, and also provides 24/7 emergency services.
Does the Smiths Falls hospital have MRI and CT scan capabilities?
Yes, the Smiths Falls site has diagnostic imaging services including both CT scan and MRI capabilities, supporting emergency and inpatient care on site.
Are mental health services available through Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital?
Yes, Lanark County Mental Health (LCMH) is a sponsored program of Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. While it operates with a separate organizational structure, it provides mental health services to the Lanark County community. Acute mental health emergencies can also be assessed through the Emergency Department.

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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