Rosthern Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for Rosthern Hospital. As a general guide for rural emergency departments, mid-morning on weekdays tends to be quieter. If your situation is not an emergency, consider calling the hospital at (306) 232-9600 to ask about current volumes before arriving.

Busier times: Without historical wait data specific to Rosthern Hospital, we recommend avoiding Friday evenings and weekend afternoons, which tend to be busier periods at most rural emergency departments. Holidays and severe weather events can also increase patient volumes.

About Rosthern Hospital

Rosthern Hospital, located at 2016 2nd Street in Rosthern, Saskatchewan, is a rural acute care facility serving the town of Rosthern and the surrounding Sask Valley region with 24/7 emergency services. Staffed by six physicians and approximately 60 employees, the hospital offers 30 beds and provides essential emergency and acute care to residents living roughly 75 km north of Saskatoon. Patients requiring advanced specialty services such as cardiac surgery, trauma care, or neurology are typically transferred to larger hospitals in Saskatoon, making Rosthern Hospital the first point of emergency contact for the region.

Services & Specialties

24/7 emergency department, Acute inpatient care (30 beds), Digital X-ray imaging, Portable ultrasound, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, Speech and language pathology, Mental health nursing (Saskatchewan Health Authority), Home care services, Public health nursing, Ambulance services, Respiratory and pulmonary rehabilitation, Cardiac rehabilitation, Podiatry, Early childhood development services.

Amenities

• Blanket warmers (funded by Rosthern Hospital Foundation)
• Sleeper chairs for patient companions
• Video laryngoscope
• Upgraded vital signs monitors
• Portable ultrasound equipment

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Tips Before You Go

• Rosthern Hospital is a small rural ER — if your condition may require advanced specialty care such as cardiac surgery, stroke treatment, or major trauma, emergency staff may arrange transfer to a Saskatoon hospital; knowing this in advance can help you plan.
• The ER does not accept appointments — walk-in only, and patients are seen based on medical urgency, not arrival order, so expect to wait if your condition is non-life-threatening.
• Call the hospital at (306) 232-9600 or (306) 232-4811 ahead of your visit if you have questions about whether your condition is appropriate for this facility.
• If you are travelling to Rosthern from a rural area along Highway 11, note that the hospital is approximately 75 km north of Saskatoon — plan your route accordingly, especially in winter driving conditions.
• The Rosthern Hospital Foundation actively funds equipment upgrades and patient comfort items; if you'd like to support the facility, consider contacting the foundation directly.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., Saskatchewan driver's licence or health card)
• Saskatchewan Health Card (CHA number)
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records or referral documents
• Provincial health coverage information or supplemental insurance details
• Personal comfort items such as a phone charger, snacks, and water bottle
• A support person or family member if possible, especially for elderly or pediatric patients
• Payment method for any applicable fees or prescriptions

Frequently Asked Questions

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. Actual wait times may vary.

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