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Wilkie and District Health Centre is a Level B facility located at 304 7th Avenue East in Wilkie, Saskatchewan, providing 24-hour emergency services to residents of Wilkie and the surrounding rural communities of northwestern Saskatchewan. The integrated health centre offers physician and registered nursing coverage around the clock, supported by on-site ambulance services, laboratory, and x-ray diagnostics. Patients requiring higher-acuity or specialized care such as trauma, cardiac, or stroke intervention are typically stabilized and transferred to larger regional centres, making this ER best suited for urgent but non-life-threatening conditions and community-level emergencies.
Services & Specialties
24-hour emergency care (Level B facility), 24-hour physician and registered nursing coverage, 24-hour ambulance (EMS) with two on-site ambulance bays, Triage-based patient assessment, Observation beds (up to 4 multipurpose program beds), Convalescence care, Palliative care room (family stay available 24/7), Laboratory services (Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:00pm, on-call weekends/holidays), X-ray and diagnostic imaging, Mental health and addictions counselling, Home care services, Public health services, Therapy services, Occupational therapy, Dietician services, Adult counselling, Nasal endoscopy.
Amenities
Wheelchair-accessible designated parking
Accessible entrances (front, side, and back doors with ramps)
Accessible washrooms
Lowered elevator buttons for accessibility
Palliative care room with 24-hour family accommodation
Community pharmacy available separately in Wilkie
Medical clinic integrated within the health centre
Call Saskatchewan HealthLine at 811 (free, 24/7) before visiting if you are unsure whether your situation requires emergency care — a registered nurse can advise you over the phone.
The ER operates on a triage system: patients are seen based on the urgency of their condition, not the order of arrival. Expect to wait longer if your condition is less critical.
If you require specialized services such as trauma surgery, cardiac care, or stroke intervention, you may be stabilized at Wilkie and then transferred to a larger facility in Saskatoon — plan for this possibility with family or support contacts.
Laboratory services are available Monday to Friday 8:30am–5:00pm with on-call coverage on weekends and holidays, so routine lab work outside those hours may involve some wait.
The health centre is approximately 150 km west of Saskatoon. If travelling from a distance for non-emergency care, confirm service availability by calling 306-843-2644 ahead of time.
What to Bring
Saskatchewan Health Card (provincial health card with your personal health number)
Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
List of current medications, dosages, and prescribing physicians
Any known drug or medical allergies
Information about your family doctor or referring physician
Insurance or benefits card if applicable (e.g., for non-covered services)
Phone charger or entertainment for potential wait times
A trusted friend or family member to help communicate your symptoms if needed
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Wilkie and District Health Centre have a doctor available 24 hours a day?
Yes. The Wilkie Health Centre maintains 24-hour physician and registered nursing coverage. After regular clinic hours and on weekends, physicians alternate on-call shifts to ensure emergency coverage is always available.
Can I be admitted for observation at the Wilkie ER?
Yes. The facility has multipurpose program beds that can be used for observation, convalescence, and palliative care. There is also a dedicated convalescent bed for patients returning from treatment in larger centres who wish to recover closer to home.
Does Wilkie Health Centre offer mental health services?
Yes. Mental health and addictions counselling services are available at the Wilkie and District Health Centre, along with adult counselling through community health programs. Contact the facility at 306-843-2644 for referral and appointment information.
What happens if I need specialized care like cardiac or stroke treatment?
Wilkie and District Health Centre is a Level B rural facility. It does not have designated trauma, cardiac, or stroke centre status. For higher-acuity emergencies, the team will stabilize you and coordinate a transfer to a larger regional hospital, typically in Saskatoon.
Are lab and x-ray services available at the Wilkie Health Centre?
Yes. On-site laboratory and x-ray services are available. Lab services operate Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, with on-call coverage on weekends and holidays. X-ray services are available to support emergency and diagnostic needs.
Is the Wilkie Health Centre wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The facility is equipped with designated accessible parking spaces, ramps, accessible front, side, and back entrances, lowered elevator buttons, and accessible washrooms to accommodate patients and visitors with mobility needs.