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Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital is Moose Jaw's primary acute care facility, serving approximately 54,000 residents across 40 communities in Saskatchewan's Five Hills region. The emergency department features 32 exam and treatment rooms in a universal care unit and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, triaging patients by urgency of need. As a regional hospital, it delivers specialist care across medicine, surgery, pediatrics, maternity, mental health, and more — including Saskatchewan's only hyperbaric chamber — making it the highest level of care available to residents of Moose Jaw and the surrounding area.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department with 32 exam/treatment rooms, General surgery and most orthopedic surgeries (4 operating rooms, 2 procedure rooms), Maternity and obstetrics including low, moderate, and some high-risk pregnancies, Emergency and scheduled caesarean sections and epidurals, Pediatrics unit (10 beds, patients 17 and under), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Mental health inpatient unit (12 beds), Mental Health and Addictions services including trauma response and youth assessment, MRI (Philips Ingenia 1.5T — first in Five Hills Region), Portable CT scanner, Diagnostic imaging, Laboratory services, Pharmacy, Dialysis, Physiotherapy, Cardiac rehabilitation, Diabetic counselling, Saskatchewan's only Hyperbaric Chamber, Observation unit, Day surgery.
Amenities
On-site pharmacy
Single patient standard rooms throughout the facility
Natural lighting design for patient comfort
Volunteer services (patient direction, escorting, and day surgery assistance)
Triage is based on urgency, not arrival order — if your condition worsens while waiting, immediately notify a triage nurse.
You cannot book an appointment in the emergency department; walk-ins are assessed by urgency of need only. For non-urgent concerns, contact your family physician for a scheduled visit.
The hospital is located adjacent to the Trans-Canada Highway on Diefenbaker Drive — allow extra time during highway travel periods or winter weather conditions.
Bring all current medications or a complete medication list, as the on-site pharmacy and care team will need this information for safe treatment.
Volunteers are available in the ED and day surgery areas to help direct and escort patients — don't hesitate to ask for assistance navigating the facility.
What to Bring
Saskatchewan Health Card (CHP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Provincial health coverage or supplemental insurance information
Previous relevant medical records or imaging results if available
Personal comfort items for a potential wait (water bottle, snack, phone charger)
A trusted contact person's name and phone number
Payment method for parking
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital have an MRI?
Yes. The hospital houses a Philips Ingenia 1.5T MRI, which was the first MRI installed in the Five Hills Health Region and Saskatchewan's first permanent rural MRI. It is available to support both emergency and diagnostic imaging needs.
Is there a hyperbaric chamber at Wigmore Regional Hospital?
Yes — Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital is home to Saskatchewan's only hyperbaric (decompression) chamber, making it a unique resource for the entire province.
Does the emergency department see children?
Yes. The hospital has a dedicated Pediatric Unit with 10 beds serving patients 17 years and under, and the emergency department can assess and treat pediatric patients.
Can I make an appointment at the Wigmore Regional Hospital emergency department?
No. The emergency department does not accept appointments. Patients are seen based on the urgency of their medical condition, not in order of arrival. For routine or scheduled care, contact your family physician.
What makes Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital unique in Canada?
The hospital, which opened in 2015, was the first large hospital in Canada to use lean design principles and the first in Canada to implement the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) contract model with an Integrated Form of Agreement (IFOA). It also houses Saskatchewan's only hyperbaric chamber.
Does Wigmore Regional Hospital offer mental health services through the emergency department?
The hospital has a dedicated 12-bed mental health inpatient unit and a full Mental Health and Addictions program including adult clinical services, inpatient care, trauma response, and child and youth assessment. Patients presenting to the ED with a mental health crisis will be triaged and directed to the appropriate level of care.