- Information provided on this page is a general guide only.
- Patients will be seen in order of urgency on arrival.
- Walk-in Centre waiting and treatment times are the calculated average times for non-critical patients in the previous 2 hours.
- Emergency Department treatment times are the calculated average times for non-critical patients in the previous 2 hours.
- Emergency Department waiting time represents the expected time 4 out of 5 non-critical patients will wait.
About wait times
They are a guide only. How long you wait depends on how sick you and other people are. We aim to treat you as quickly as we can.
We have information about what to expect at the emergency department at Canberra Hospital.
University of Canberra Hospital does not have an emergency department. If you need emergency care call 000 or go directly to your nearest emergency department at North Canberra Hospital in Bruce or Canberra Hospital in Garran.
Free care for non-life threatening injuries and illnesses at our Walk-in Centres
Our Walk-in Centres offer free health care for non-life threatening injuries and illnesses. They are located at the Community Health Centres in Belconnen, Dickson, Gungahlin, Tuggeranong, and Weston Creek.
Opening hours are from 7.30am to 10pm daily, including public holidays. No appointment is needed.
Find out more about our Walk-in Centres.
Other places to get help
Not sure if you need to go to the emergency department? You can call Healthdirect at any time for advice on 1800 022 222.
CALMS provides comprehensive and quality after hours medical care and advice to all people living in and visiting the ACT. They are open when your regular GP is closed.
