St. Peters Hospital

Melville, SK · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Melville

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About St. Peters Hospital

St. Peter's Hospital at 200 Heritage Drive in Melville, Saskatchewan is an accredited acute-care facility offering 24-hour emergency care to residents of Melville and the surrounding southeast Saskatchewan region. With approximately 30 beds and a range of services including general surgery, chemotherapy outreach, physiotherapy, and a primary care clinic, St. Peter's serves as an important health hub for rural communities in this area. Patients requiring obstetrical or delivery services should plan for transfer to a larger regional centre, as those services are not available at this facility.

Services & Specialties

24-hour emergency care General surgery and endoscopy Chemotherapy outreach Pharmacy (on-site) Physiotherapy Social work Telehealth services Primary care clinic Home Care Palliative care Occupational therapy Speech language pathology Nutrition counseling Adult and childhood immunizations Child health clinic Children's therapy Oral health services Take-home Naloxone kits

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Specific parking details for St. Peter's Hospital are not publicly documented. Contact the hospital directly at (306) 728-5407 for parking location, accessibility, and any associated costs.

Melville is a small city with limited public transit infrastructure. No specific transit routes serving St. Peter's Hospital have been documented. Patients are advised to arrange personal transportation or contact the Town of Melville for available options.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for St. Peter's Hospital. As a general guide for rural hospitals, mid-morning on weekdays tends to be less busy than evenings, weekends, and holidays. Always call 911 or go immediately for life-threatening emergencies regardless of time.

🔴 Busier times

Without historical data specific to St. Peter's, general patterns suggest evenings (5–9 PM), weekends, and statutory holidays typically see higher emergency department volumes at rural hospitals. If your condition is non-urgent, consider visiting during weekday daytime hours when additional hospital services are also more likely to be available.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does St. Peter's Hospital in Melville have a 24-hour emergency department?
Yes, St. Peter's Hospital operates a 24-hour emergency department, 7 days a week. It is the primary emergency care facility serving Melville and the surrounding southeast Saskatchewan area.
Does St. Peter's Hospital offer maternity or delivery services?
No. Obstetrical and delivery services are not available at St. Peter's Hospital in Melville. Patients who are pregnant should discuss their delivery plan with their healthcare provider well in advance and identify the nearest facility offering maternity care.
Is there a pharmacy at St. Peter's Hospital?
Yes, an on-site pharmacy is available at St. Peter's Hospital, which can be particularly helpful following an emergency department visit or procedure at the facility.
Can I make an appointment at the St. Peter's emergency department?
No. The emergency department does not accept appointments. Unlike a walk-in clinic, patients are seen based on the urgency of their medical condition using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale, not the order in which they arrive.
Who operates St. Peter's Hospital in Melville, SK?
St. Peter's Hospital is operated under the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). It is part of the broader Melville & District Health Centre, which also includes St. Paul Lutheran Home and Melville Community Services. The current facility opened in 2002.
Does St. Peter's Hospital offer Telehealth services?
Yes, Telehealth services are available at St. Peter's Hospital, allowing patients in the Melville area to connect with specialists remotely — an important resource for a rural community setting.

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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