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About Quinte Healthcare Corporation - Trenton Memorial Hospital
Trenton Memorial Hospital, located at 242 King St in Trenton, Ontario, operates a 24/7 community-level emergency department serving residents of Quinte West, Brighton, and surrounding areas. The ED is staffed by physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals who assess and treat urgent illness and injury across all acuity levels. As a primary community hospital, TMH stabilizes patients requiring higher-level care such as stroke treatment, intensive care, or emergency surgery before transferring them to Belleville General Hospital, the regional secondary facility.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute care (6 inpatient beds), Complex Continuing Care (20 beds), Day surgery services, Diagnostic imaging and lab services, Cardiology emergency care, Comprehensive Breast Assessment Centre, Patient stabilization and inter-facility transfer coordination.
Amenities
Patient Services Directory booklets available at hospital entrances and online
Contact hospital at (613) 392-2540 for cafeteria, ATM, pharmacy, and Wi-Fi details
If you are experiencing a stroke, require emergency surgery, or need intensive care, you may be stabilized at TMH and transferred to Belleville General Hospital — keep a family member informed so they know where you may be moved.
Emergency Department parking is specifically available on the east side of the hospital off Catherine Street — use this lot to stay closest to the ED entrance.
The Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre (BQWCHC) Trenton site is located at 69 Catherine St., directly across from the Emergency entrance — a useful resource for non-emergency health needs.
Pick up a Patient Services Directory booklet at the hospital entrance or download it from quintehealth.ca before your visit for up-to-date information on amenities and services.
For non-life-threatening concerns, consider whether a walk-in clinic or the nearby community health centre could address your needs and help reduce ED wait times for critical patients.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence)
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
List of current medications including dosages
Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or test results
List of allergies and past medical conditions
Insurance information if applicable
Phone charger or portable battery pack
Comfort items for a potential wait (snacks, water bottle, warm layer)
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of emergency care does Trenton Memorial Hospital provide?
Trenton Memorial Hospital operates as a primary community-level emergency department. It can assess and treat a wide range of urgent and emergent conditions. Patients requiring specialized care such as stroke treatment, neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, MRI imaging, or intensive care are stabilized at TMH and then transferred to Belleville General Hospital, the regional secondary facility.
Where should I park if I am visiting the Trenton Memorial Hospital Emergency Department?
A dedicated parking lot for Emergency Department patients and visitors is located on the east side of the hospital, accessible from Catherine Street. Main entrance parking is located on the west side off King Street. Contact the parking office at 613-969-7400 ext. 2915 (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM) for current rates.
Is Trenton Memorial Hospital part of a larger hospital network?
Yes. Trenton Memorial Hospital is one of four hospitals operated by Quinte Health (formerly Quinte Healthcare Corporation). The network also includes Belleville General Hospital, North Hastings Hospital, and Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. Quinte Health adopted its current name in 2022.
What communities does the Trenton Memorial Hospital Emergency Department serve?
The Trenton Memorial Hospital ED primarily serves residents of Quinte West (including Trenton), the Municipality of Brighton, and surrounding communities in the region.
Is there a community health resource near the Trenton Memorial Hospital Emergency entrance?
Yes. The Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre (BQWCHC) Trenton site is located at 69 Catherine Street, directly across from the Emergency Department entrance. It can be a useful resource for non-emergency health and community support services.
How do I get to Trenton Memorial Hospital by public transit?
Quinte Transit serves the Trenton area along King Street and major connecting routes, making the hospital at 242 King St accessible by bus. For current route schedules and stop information, visit quintetransit.ca or call Quinte Transit directly. Quinte Transit also provides accessible transportation options for eligible residents.