The Moncton Hospital

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About The Moncton Hospital

The Moncton Hospital is a 24/7 Level 2 trauma centre and tertiary referral facility located at 135 MacBeath Avenue in Moncton, New Brunswick, serving a catchment population of approximately 192,000 across New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and northern Nova Scotia. As one of Atlantic Canada's leading hospitals, it offers advanced specialties including neurosurgery, medical oncology, neonatal intensive care, and emergency mental health services. Patients with serious or complex conditions across the Maritimes are often directed here for its breadth of specialist care.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Level 2 Trauma Centre, Neurosurgery, Neurology, Medical Oncology (active advanced-stage cancer care), Interventional Radiology, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Maternal Fetal Medicine, Emergency Mental Health (psychiatric assessment, crisis intervention, stabilization), Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit (CAPU), Women and Children's Services, NB Organ and Tissue Program, Perinatal NB Program, Medical and Surgical Sub-specialties, Family Practice, Laboratory Medicine and Phlebotomy.

Amenities

• Free patient and visitor Wi-Fi (provided in partnership with hospital Foundations and Auxiliaries)
• Digital information screens throughout the hospital
• Laboratory Medicine (open Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.)
• Phlebotomy Clinic (open Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.)
• Wheelchair accessible facility
• Bilingual services (English and French)

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Tips Before You Go

• The Moncton Hospital is a major regional referral centre — if you are coming from outside Moncton, call ahead at (506) 857-5111 to confirm the appropriate department for your needs.
• Take Codiac Transpo Route 64 (dedicated Hospitals route) for a direct, accessible transit connection if you are not driving.
• If you need long-term parking during an extended hospital stay, speak with a Security Guard upon arrival to access discounted parking rates.
• The hospital is bilingual — feel free to communicate with staff in English or French throughout your visit.
• For non-emergency mental health concerns, ask at triage about Emergency Mental Health services, which offer psychiatric assessment and crisis stabilization directly through the ED.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence, passport)
• New Brunswick Health Card (Medicare card)
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records, imaging, or referral documents
• Insurance information (if applicable for out-of-province patients)
• Phone charger or portable battery pack for a potentially long wait
• Snacks, water, and a light jacket for comfort during your visit
• A trusted family member or friend to help communicate with staff and take notes

Frequently Asked Questions

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Visit length figures represent total time in the emergency department from arrival to discharge, sourced from NB Health. Actual times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.