Cowansville ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · QC · Live as of 5:55 a.m. EST

Shortest in Cowansville if you leave now

Avg 1h 10m · 4 waiting

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Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins

24/7 · 950 Rue Principale

Cowansville ER Wait Forecast

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

Cowansville ER forecast, next 12 hours

5am

6am

58m

7am

52m

8am

47m

9am

10am

11am

12pm

1pm

2pm

3pm

4pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Cowansville

Based on historical wait patterns across Cowansville 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 ~3h 23m

Longest wait Fridays 7pm avg ~9h 14m

Nearby ERs Outside Cowansville

Hôpital de Magog

Magog · 45 km away

4h 15m

Hôpital Honoré-Mercier

Saint-Hyacinthe · 51 km away

6h 2m

Hôpital du Haut-Richelieu

Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu · 46 km away

9h 32m

Hôpital de Granby

Granby · 23 km away

11h 8m

CSSS de La Haute-Yamaska

Granby · 23 km away

1h 15m–4hPredicted

Emergency Rooms in Cowansville

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

Wait time data for Cowansville 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 Cowansville 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 Cowansville

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Cowansville 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 Cowansville right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Cowansville right now is at HÔPITAL BROME-MISSISQUOI-PERKINS with an estimated wait of 1h 10m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Cowansville?

Cowansville has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Cowansville?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Cowansville 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 Cowansville?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Cowansville is 1h 10m at HÔPITAL BROME-MISSISQUOI-PERKINS. The average across Cowansville's reporting emergency departments is about 1h 10m, 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 Cowansville ER wait time data?

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

What if all Cowansville ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Cowansville 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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