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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).
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
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.