Alma ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · QC · Live as of 12:15 a.m. EST

Shortest in Alma if you leave now

1h 13m Hôpital d'Alma

Avg 1h 13m · 4 waiting

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Hôpital d'Alma

24/7 · 300 Boulevard Champlain Sud

2h 35m

CSSS de Lac-Saint-Jean-Est

24/7 · 300 Boul Champlain Sud

2h–4h 15mPredicted

Alma ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Alma over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Alma ER forecast, next 12 hours

12am

1am

2am

54m

3am

47m

4am

48m

5am

43m

6am

41m

7am

37m

8am

33m

9am

53m

10am

11am

Projected from typical wait patterns across Alma ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Alma

Based on historical wait patterns across Alma emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Tuesdays 9am avg ~1h 53m

Longest wait Fridays 6pm avg ~7h 34m

Nearby ERs Outside Alma

Hôpital de Dolbeau-Mistassini

Dolbeau-Mistassini · 56 km away

4h 10m

Hôpital de Jonquière

Saguenay · 35 km away

5h 22m

Emergency Rooms in Alma

Alma has 2 emergency departments: 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 2 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 4 people are waiting across Alma emergency departments.

Wait time data for Alma is sourced from Santé Québec (Index santé) and updates as frequently as every 15 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Alma use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit. It depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Alma

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Alma ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Quebec pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency (chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness), call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Alma right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Alma right now is at HÔPITAL D'ALMA with an estimated wait of 1h 13m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Alma?

Alma has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Alma?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Alma hospitals using data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.

What is the average ER wait time in Alma?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Alma is 1h 13m at HÔPITAL D'ALMA. The average across Alma's reporting emergency departments is about 1h 13m, but waits vary widely, and checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.

Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?

Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage: patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.

Where does ERstat get Alma ER wait time data?

ERstat sources Alma wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.

What if all Alma ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Alma with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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