Port Perry ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 3:45 a.m. EDT

Shortest in Port Perry if you leave now

Avg 1h

In an emergency, call 911.

Lakeridge Health - Port Perry

24/7 · 451 Paxton St

1h

Port Perry ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Port Perry over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Port Perry ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

1h
7am
1h2
8am
1h
9am
0h54
10am
0h49
11am
0h42
12pm
0h41
1pm
0h39
2pm
0h36
3pm
0h41
4pm
0h43
5pm
0h42
6pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Port Perry ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Port Perry

Based on historical wait patterns across Port Perry emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Wednesdays 3pm avg ~1h 23m
Longest wait Sundays 4am avg ~3h

Nearby ERs Outside Port Perry

Ross Memorial Hospital

Lindsay · 32 km away

30m

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Oshawa · 23 km away

3h 56m

Toronto General Hospital

Toronto · 61 km away

4h 40m

Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville · 31 km away

4h 49m

Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital

Ajax · 30 km away

5h

Emergency Rooms in Port Perry

Port Perry has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data.

Wait time data for Port Perry is sourced from individual hospital websites and updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Port Perry use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Port Perry

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Port Perry ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Port Perry right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Port Perry right now is at Lakeridge Health - Port Perry with an estimated wait of 58m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Port Perry?
Port Perry has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Port Perry?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Port Perry hospitals using data from individual hospital websites. Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
What is the average ER wait time in Port Perry?
Right now the shortest ER wait in Port Perry is 58m at Lakeridge Health - Port Perry. The average across Port Perry's reporting emergency departments is about 1h, but waits vary widely — checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Port Perry ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Port Perry wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Port Perry ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Port Perry with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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