Port Perry ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 5:45 a.m. EST

Shortest in Port Perry if you leave now

Avg 1h 4m

In an emergency, call 911.

Lakeridge Health - Port Perry

24/7 · 451 Paxton St

1h 43m

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
5am
56m
6am
47m
7am
42m
8am
43m
9am
46m
10am
47m
11am
46m
12pm
49m
1pm
55m
2pm
1h
3pm
1h
4pm

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 12pm avg ~1h 21m
Longest wait Sundays 1am avg ~3h 5m

Nearby ERs Outside Port Perry

Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville · 31 km away

1h

Uxbridge Hospital

Uxbridge · 14 km away

1h 13m

Markham Stouffville Hospital

Markham · 33 km away

2h 5m

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Oshawa · 23 km away

3h 22m

Toronto General Hospital

Toronto · 61 km away

3h 52m

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 1h 4m. 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 1h 4m at Lakeridge Health - Port Perry. The average across Port Perry's reporting emergency departments is about 1h 4m, but waits vary widely, and 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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