Quieter times: As a small appointment-based community clinic, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) typically offers the most predictable access. Calling ahead to (418) 855-2233 is strongly recommended.
Busier times: Monday mornings and Friday afternoons can be busier as patients seek care at the start and end of the workweek. Walk-in availability may be very limited; calling ahead is advised.
Clinique Médicale de Squatec is a Groupe de Médecine de Famille (GMF) located at 149-B Rue Saint-Joseph in Saint-Michel-du-Squatec, in Quebec's Bas-Saint-Laurent region. As part of the GMF de Témiscouata network, this community clinic provides family medicine and primary care services to residents of Saint-Michel-du-Squatec and the surrounding rural Témiscouata area. For hospital-level emergency care, patients should proceed to the Hôpital de Notre-Dame-du-Lac or call 911.
Services & Specialties
General family medicine (Médecine générale), Blood draws and laboratory specimen collection (Prélèvements), Physiotherapy and physical rehabilitation (on-site), Primary care and chronic disease management, Referrals within the GMF de Témiscouata network.
Amenities
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation services on-site
Services offered in French
Nearby pharmacy: Squatec Pharma Inc. at 93 Rue Saint-Joseph (short walk away)
This clinic is a family medicine GMF, not a hospital emergency department — for life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go directly to the Hôpital de Notre-Dame-du-Lac.
Call 811 (Info-Santé) before visiting if you are unsure whether your condition requires urgent or emergency care — nurses can guide you to the right level of care.
Services are provided in French; if you require English-language assistance, communicate this to staff when booking or upon arrival.
For prescriptions and medications, Squatec Pharma Inc. is conveniently located nearby at 93 Rue Saint-Joseph.
As an appointment-based primary care clinic, contact the clinic at (418) 855-2233 in advance when possible rather than walking in, to reduce your wait time.
What to Bring
Quebec health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or test results
Health insurance or supplemental coverage information if applicable
Emergency contact information
Method of payment for any applicable fees
Comfortable clothing if a physical exam or physiotherapy is anticipated
Parking
No formal parking details are publicly available for this location. Given the small-town rural setting at 149-B Rue Saint-Joseph, street-level or surface lot parking is typical. Patients are advised to arrive with extra time to find accessible parking.
Getting There
Saint-Michel-du-Squatec is a small rural municipality in the Témiscouata MRC with no confirmed public transit routes serving this location. Most patients rely on personal vehicles. For transport assistance, contact the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clinique Médicale de Squatec a hospital emergency department?
No. Clinique Médicale de Squatec is a Groupe de Médecine de Famille (GMF) providing primary and family care. It is not a hospital and does not have a dedicated emergency department. For emergencies, call 911 or proceed to the Hôpital de Notre-Dame-du-Lac.
What is a GMF and how does Clinique Médicale de Squatec operate under this model?
A Groupe de Médecine de Famille (GMF) is a Quebec model that groups family physicians with interdisciplinary health professionals to improve access to primary care. Clinique Médicale de Squatec operates as GMF #1117 within the GMF de Témiscouata network, giving patients access to coordinated care across multiple regional sites.
What services are available at Clinique Médicale de Squatec?
The clinic offers general family medicine, blood draws (prélèvements), and physiotherapy and physical rehabilitation services. For specialized or hospital-level care, patients are referred within the GMF de Témiscouata network, including to the Hôpital de Notre-Dame-du-Lac.
How can I reach Clinique Médicale de Squatec?
You can contact the clinic by phone at (418) 855-2233. The clinic is located at 149-B Rue Saint-Joseph, Saint-Michel-du-Squatec, Quebec. No website is currently available for online booking.
Is there a pharmacy near Clinique Médicale de Squatec?
Yes. Squatec Pharma Inc. is located at 93 Rue Saint-Joseph in Saint-Michel-du-Squatec, a short distance from the clinic, making it convenient to fill prescriptions after your appointment.
What should I do if I need urgent or emergency care in the Saint-Michel-du-Squatec area?
For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately. For urgent but non-life-threatening concerns, call 811 (Info-Santé) to speak with a nurse. The nearest hospital with emergency services is the Hôpital de Notre-Dame-du-Lac, part of the GMF de Témiscouata network.
Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.
Wait times are estimates based on Quebec health data. Actual wait times may vary.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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