Almonte, Carleton Place hospitals announce one-day emergency room closings due to staff shortages

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Almonte, Carleton Place hospitals shut ER because of staff shortages

The Mississippi River Health Alliance said Friday that Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital will shut the emergency room today at 3 p.m. and re-open at 7 a.m. on Saturday.The Almonte General emergency department will be closed from Saturday at 7 p.m. until Sunday at 7 a.m.

“The rest of the hospitals are still open and caring for patients, including the obstetrical unit at AGH,” the alliance said. “We know these closures are concerning for our community,” notes Mary Wilson Trider, president and CEO. “Unfortunately, we are dealing with multiple sick leaves. We are in contact with Ontario Health East Ministry staff to discuss potential solutions.”

The Mississippi River Health Alliance includes Almonte General Hospital, Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital, Fairview Manor and the Lanark County Paramedic Service.

 

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