Prince County Hospital

Summerside, PE

Current ER wait · Health PEI

6h 30m

24/7

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

9 waiting · 20 being treated

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Shortest wait Wednesdays 12pm avg ~2h 2m
Longest wait Fridays 9am avg ~9h 55m

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  • Acne (mild)
  • Allergies (seasonal)
  • Canker sores
  • Cold sores
  • Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
  • Contraception (hormonal & emergency)
  • Dandruff
  • Dermatitis & eczema
  • Diaper rash
  • Fungal skin infections
  • Heartburn & indigestion
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Insect bites & stings
  • Menstrual pain
  • Minor joint & muscle pain
  • Nasal congestion
  • Nicotine dependence (smoking cessation)
  • Oral thrush
  • Prescription renewals
  • Shingles
  • UTI (uncomplicated)
  • Warts
  • Yeast infections

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

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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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.

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