Prince County Hospital

65 Roy Boates Av, Summerside, PE (902) 438-4200

Current ER wait

4h 30m

Wait time by triage level. Displayed value is the midpoint of the reported range.

25 waiting · 16 being treated

4h 30m 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.

Source: Health PEI · as of 2:56 p.m. ADT

Open 24/7

Source: Government of Prince Edward Island·high confidence·verified 1mo ago

Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

4h30
6pm
5h12
7pm
5h54
8pm
6h41
9pm
7h22
10pm
8h5
11pm
8h49
12am
9h28
1am
9h53
2am
10h8
3am
9h58
4am
10h1
5am

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Fridays 2pm avg ~2h 37m
Longest wait Wednesdays 9am avg ~9h 19m

Nearby Alternatives

Western Hospital Corporation

Alberton · 49 km away

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Western Hospital

Alberton · 49 km away

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Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Charlottetown · 55 km away

8h 30m

North Cumberland Memorial Hospital

Pugwash · 63 km away

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Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre

Amherst · 76 km away

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About Prince County Hospital

Prince County Hospital's Emergency Department in Summerside serves as the primary trauma and acute care hub for western Prince Edward Island, handling approximately 24,000 visits per year. The ED features two trauma bays, a four-bed critical care unit, a seven-bed holding unit, and five treatment and procedure rooms, staffed around the clock by dedicated emergency physicians. It leads management of trauma, STEMI, stroke, and code blue cases, and is supported by 24/7 lab services, a 160-slice CT scanner, and a helipad integrated with LifeFlight air ambulance for critical patient transport.

Services & Specialties

Emergency medicine (24/7), Trauma care (STEMI, stroke, code blue, major trauma), Internal medicine, General surgery, Obstetrics and gynecology, Pediatrics, ENT (ear, nose, and throat), Psychiatry and urgent mental health care, Anesthesia, Diagnostic imaging (plain film, ultrasound, echosonography, 160-slice CT), Hemodialysis, Oncology, Endoscopy, Rehabilitation services, Palliative care, Women's Wellness Centre (province's only), Maternal and child care, LifeFlight air ambulance integration (helipad on site).

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Other Care Options

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prince County Hospital's Emergency Department open 24/7?
Yes, the Prince County Hospital Emergency Department in Summerside is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including all statutory holidays.
Can I get psychiatric or mental health care at the Prince County Hospital ER?
Yes. Individuals in need of urgent psychiatric care can go directly to the Emergency Department at Prince County Hospital. You will be triaged and then assessed by trained mental health staff. PCH has a dedicated inpatient psychiatry unit as well.
Does Prince County Hospital have trauma and critical care capabilities?
Yes. The ED includes two trauma bays and a four-bed critical care unit. The department leads management of trauma, STEMI, stroke, and code blue patients, supported by 24/7 lab services and a 160-slice CT scanner. A helipad on site enables rapid LifeFlight air ambulance transport when higher-level care is required.
How do I enter the hospital after hours?
After 8 p.m., all doors at Prince County Hospital are locked for security and patient privacy. Visitors and patients must enter through the Emergency entrance and check in with the security desk.
What specialties are available at Prince County Hospital beyond the ER?
PCH offers a broad range of specialties including internal medicine, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, ENT, psychiatry, anesthesia, oncology, hemodialysis, and rehabilitation services. It also houses the province's only Women's Wellness Centre.
Is Prince County Hospital a teaching hospital?
PCH has an academic affiliation with Dalhousie Medical School and participates in the Family Medicine Residency Training Program. Physicians at PCH may hold faculty appointments, meaning residents or medical students may be involved in your care.

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About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on Prince Edward Island health data. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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