Hôpital de Saint-Georges is a 155-bed general and specialized care hospital (CHSGS) serving Saint-Georges and the broader southern Chaudière-Appalaches region, with a 21-stretcher emergency department open around the clock every day of the year. As a regional reference hospital affiliated with Université Laval and part of the CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches, it provides a wide range of services including cardiology, surgery, psychiatry, pediatrics, and stroke management. Patients with serious or complex medical needs in the Beauce area should go directly to this facility, which operates as the primary high-capacity emergency centre for the region.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department (21 stretcher bays), Cardiology unit, Stroke management, General and specialized surgery, Mother-child and pediatrics unit, Endoscopy unit, Breast Clinic (Clinique du sein), Hemodialysis, Psychiatry services, Wound care and dressing changes, Outpatient and rehabilitation services, Detoxification services (without accommodation), Contraception services, Nursing consultations, Wheelchair rental, Social adaptation services, Clinical training (university-affiliated).
Amenities
Cafeteria (located on the ground floor / rez-de-chaussée)
Call 418-228-2031 before visiting to confirm specific service availability or to book a telephone appointment — phone booking is available 24/7.
If you are using public transit via Transport collectif de Beauce, make your reservation by 11:00 a.m. the day before your visit to guarantee a spot.
The hospital is a large regional facility; for non-life-threatening concerns, consider calling 811 (Info-Santé) first to determine the most appropriate level of care.
Parking is paid and metered — bring a payment method for the pay stations, or contact ext. 37930 for parking assistance.
The emergency department has 21 stretcher bays and serves the entire southern Chaudière-Appalaches area, so peak periods can be busy — arriving during off-peak hours (mid-morning on weekdays) may reduce your wait.
List of all current medications, including dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or referral letters
Contact information for your family doctor or GMF
Payment method for paid parking
Comfortable clothing, phone charger, and something to read in case of a wait
Parking
Paid parking is available on-site using pay stations (horodateurs) at the entrance. For parking inquiries, contact the parking office by email at stationnement.cisssca@ssss.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 418-228-2031, ext. 37930.
Getting There
Public transit to the hospital is available via Transport collectif de Beauce (☎ 418-397-6666). Reservations must be made at least one business day in advance before 11:00 a.m., as seating is limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phone number for Hôpital de Saint-Georges?
You can reach Hôpital de Saint-Georges at 418-228-2031 (local) or toll-free at 1-800-833-8063. Telephone appointment booking is available 24 hours a day.
Does Hôpital de Saint-Georges offer pediatric emergency care?
Yes. The hospital has a dedicated mother-child and pediatrics unit and can manage pediatric emergencies. It serves as a regional reference hospital for several specialties in the southern Chaudière-Appalaches area.
Is there psychiatry available at Hôpital de Saint-Georges?
Yes. A psychiatry service (Service de Psychiatrie CHBE) is located at the same address — 1515 17e Rue, Saint-Georges. Patients presenting with mental health crises can be assessed through the emergency department.
Is Hôpital de Saint-Georges a teaching hospital?
Yes. The hospital has been affiliated with Université Laval since 2004 and provides clinical training placements for students at the secondary, college, and university levels. It also collaborates with the GMF-U des Etchemins.
How do I get to the hospital by public transit in Saint-Georges?
Transport collectif de Beauce (☎ 418-397-6666) provides transit service to the hospital. You must make a reservation at least one day in advance before 11:00 a.m., as spaces are limited.
What health network does Hôpital de Saint-Georges belong to?
Hôpital de Saint-Georges is part of the CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches and operates as a CHSGS (Centre hospitalier de soins généraux et spécialisés). Its website is cisssca.com, where you can find additional service information.
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.
We check our own accuracy. Forecasting two hours ahead, the ERstat estimate was typically off by 33 minutes against what hospitals themselves later posted, compared with 41 minutes for the hospital's own current figure, and was the closer of the two 58% of the time. See the full scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
Something wrong on this page?
Incorrect hours, wrong address, or outdated information? Let us know.