Kelvington Hospital

Kelvington, SK · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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📍 Kelvington

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About Kelvington Hospital

Kelvington Hospital is a rural integrated facility serving Kelvington and the surrounding communities of east-central Saskatchewan, located approximately 237 kilometres east of Saskatoon. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing triage-based emergency and outpatient care alongside seven acute-care beds, laboratory, and diagnostic imaging services. Patients with complex or serious conditions may be stabilized and transferred to larger regional centres, making this ER best suited for urgent but non-specialized medical needs common to the rural communities it serves.

Services & Specialties

24/7 emergency and outpatient care Triage-based emergency assessment Inpatient acute care (7 beds) Laboratory services Diagnostic imaging / radiology Telehealth and virtual physician program (HealthLine 811) Primary care clinic (Kelvington Medical Clinic, co-located) Nurse practitioner services Home care coordination Palliative care Public health nursing Mental health and addictions support Occupational therapy (visiting) Dietitian services (visiting) Diabetes and heart health education (visiting) Ambulance services Community Wellness Coordinator Social worker programs Long-term care (Kelvindell Lodge, 45 beds, on-site)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Kelvington Hospital is a small rural facility where on-site surface parking is typical. No paid parking or complex parking structures are expected. Patients and visitors should follow posted signage upon arrival. Contact the hospital directly for accessibility parking details.

No public transit routes serve Kelvington Hospital. The town sits at the intersection of Highway 38 and Highway 49, roughly 237 km east of Saskatoon. Access by personal vehicle or medical transport is the norm for this rural location.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait-time data is available for this facility. As a general rule, rural emergency departments in Saskatchewan tend to be quieter during weekday mornings. If your condition is not immediately life-threatening, calling HealthLine 811 first can help you plan your visit.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait-time data is available for this facility. Like most emergency departments, weekday evenings and weekends can be busier. For non-urgent matters, consider visiting the co-located Kelvington Medical Clinic during regular clinic hours to avoid the ER altogether.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kelvington Hospital's ER operate around the clock?
Yes. The emergency department at Kelvington Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
What services are available at the Kelvington Integrated Facility beyond the ER?
The integrated facility includes seven acute-care beds, the Kelvington Medical Clinic, laboratory, diagnostic imaging, home care offices, telehealth, and the Kelvindell Lodge — a 45-bed long-term care home with a dementia care unit and respite bed.
Does Kelvington Hospital treat complex trauma or cardiac emergencies?
The ER can provide initial stabilization, but Kelvington Hospital does not hold a designated trauma, cardiac, or stroke centre designation. Patients requiring specialized or complex care are typically transferred to a larger regional hospital.
Can I make an appointment at the Kelvington Hospital emergency department?
No. The emergency department does not take appointments. Patients are triaged and seen in order of medical urgency. If you need a scheduled appointment, contact the Kelvington Medical Clinic, which is co-located within the same facility.
How does Kelvington Hospital use telehealth for patient care?
The facility uses HealthLine 811 technology to connect nursing staff with remote physicians through a virtual physician program, helping ensure patients in this rural community have access to medical oversight even when an on-site physician may not be present.
What should I do if I have a non-urgent health concern and don't want to wait in the ER?
Call HealthLine 811 — Saskatchewan's free, 24/7 health advice line staffed by registered nurses — who can advise whether your concern warrants an ER visit or can be addressed another way. You can also contact the Kelvington Medical Clinic for an appointment during clinic hours.

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 Saskatchewan health data using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

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

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