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Wawota Memorial Health Centre is a rural community health centre operated by the Saskatchewan Health Authority, serving Wawota and the surrounding southeastern Saskatchewan region with 24/7 emergency care. The facility provides essential front-line emergency services using standard triage protocols, meaning patients are assessed and seen based on the urgency of their condition. Those requiring advanced specialist or acute hospital care may be transferred to larger regional facilities such as Yorkton Regional Health Centre.
Services & Specialties
24/7 emergency department with triage, Physician clinic (one day per week on-site), Laboratory services, Mental health services, Addiction services, Dietitian services, Long-term care (Deer View Lodge — 32 beds), Respite care, Meals on Wheels.
Amenities
No on-site pharmacy confirmed — prescription delivery available from Pharmasave and IDA in Moosomin (Tuesdays and Fridays)
No cafeteria, ATM, or chapel confirmed on-site — contact facility at 306-739-5200 for current amenity information
Call 911 immediately if you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency — do not drive yourself to the ER in a serious emergency.
This is a rural community health centre; patients requiring specialist, cardiac, stroke, or trauma care will likely be stabilized and transferred to Yorkton Regional Health Centre or another regional facility.
If you need a prescription filled after your visit, Pharmasave and IDA in Moosomin offer delivery to Wawota every Tuesday and Friday — arrange this in advance by calling either pharmacy.
The ER does not operate on a first-come, first-served basis — you will be triaged and seen based on the urgency of your condition, so expect possible waits if your situation is not immediately life-threatening.
Always bring your Saskatchewan Health Card to your visit to ensure smooth registration and avoid delays in receiving care.
What to Bring
Saskatchewan Health Card (or other provincial health card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical history documents or recent test results
Personal care items if a longer stay is possible
Payment method for any applicable fees or services
Contact information for your family physician
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the emergency department at Wawota Memorial Health Centre open 24/7?
Yes, the emergency department at Wawota Memorial Health Centre operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays.
What level of emergency care is available at Wawota Memorial Health Centre?
Wawota Memorial Health Centre provides essential front-line emergency services for the rural community. It is not a full acute-care hospital and does not have on-site trauma, cardiac, stroke, or pediatric specialty services. Patients requiring a higher level of care will be stabilized and transferred to a regional facility such as Yorkton Regional Health Centre.
Is there a pharmacy at or near Wawota Memorial Health Centre?
There is no confirmed on-site pharmacy at the health centre. However, Pharmasave and IDA pharmacies located in Moosomin offer prescription delivery to Wawota every Tuesday and Friday. Contact either pharmacy directly to arrange delivery.
Can I see a doctor at Wawota Memorial Health Centre outside of an emergency?
Yes, the health centre hosts an on-site physician clinic one day per week. For non-emergency medical concerns, contact the facility at 306-739-5200 to find out the current clinic schedule and how to access this service.
How does triage work when I arrive at the Wawota Memorial Health Centre ER?
When you arrive at the emergency department, a nurse will assess you through a process called triage. This determines how urgently you need care. Unlike a walk-in clinic, patients are not seen in order of arrival — those with the most serious conditions are treated first. Less urgent cases may experience a wait.
What other services are available at Wawota Memorial Health Centre beyond emergency care?
In addition to its 24/7 emergency department, the health centre offers mental health and addiction services, dietitian services, laboratory services, Meals on Wheels, and a weekly physician clinic. The facility also includes Deer View Lodge, a 32-bed long-term care home with additional respite care beds.