Sudbury ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · ON · Live as of 2:27 a.m. EDT

Shortest: Health Sciences North - Ramsey Lake Health Centre at 5h 27m
Average: 5h 27m
19 people waiting now

Health Sciences North - Ramsey Lake Health Centre

24/7 · 41 Ramsey Lake Rd

5h 27m

St. Joseph’s Health Centre of Sudbury

24/7 · 1140 South Bay Road

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5h 27m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Sudbury ER Wait Forecast

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

Sudbury ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

5h27
6am
5h8
7am
4h48
8am
4h31
9am
4h12
10am
3h57
11am
3h44
12pm
3h19
1pm
3h12
2pm
3h8
3pm
2h59
4pm
3h2
5pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Sudbury

Based on historical wait patterns across Sudbury 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 Sundays 2pm avg ~3h 32m
Longest wait Tuesdays 2am avg ~7h 12m

Emergency Rooms in Sudbury

Sudbury has 2 emergency departments — 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 2 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 19 people are waiting across Sudbury emergency departments.

Wait time data for Sudbury 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 Sudbury 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 Sudbury

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Sudbury 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 Sudbury right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Sudbury right now is at Health Sciences North - Ramsey Lake Health Centre with an estimated wait of 5h 27m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Sudbury?
Sudbury has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Sudbury?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Sudbury 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 Sudbury?
The current average ER wait time across Sudbury emergency departments is approximately 5h 27m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
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 Sudbury ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Sudbury wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.

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