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HÔPITAL BROME-MISSISQUOI-PERKINS

950 Rue Principale, Cowansville, QC (450) 266-4342

Current ER wait

5h 28m

10 waiting

5h 28m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Open 24/7

Source: Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec·high confidence·verified 1mo ago

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12-Hour Forecast

5h28
8am
5h10
9am
5h
10am
4h22
11am
4h18
12pm
3h32
1pm
3h39
2pm
3h10
3pm
2h48
4pm
3h20
5pm
3h58
6pm
5h16
7pm

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Mondays 12pm avg ~3h 1m
Longest wait Fridays 2am avg ~8h 25m

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6h 17m

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About HÔPITAL BROME-MISSISQUOI-PERKINS

The Emergency Department at Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins in Cowansville, Quebec operates 24/7 as a Level 2 Trauma Centre, providing a higher standard of emergency and trauma care than most community hospitals in the region. Serving 22 municipalities across the Brome-Missisquoi area — situated between Montreal and Sherbrooke, just north of the Vermont border — this hospital is the primary acute care facility for a large rural and semi-urban catchment area. Patients requiring emergency care, trauma response, surgical intervention, or specialized medicine will find full-service capabilities here, supported by a medical team of over 150 physicians, specialists, and pharmacists.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Level 2 Trauma Centre, General surgery, Specialized medicine, Medical imaging (X-ray, CT, etc.), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Obstetrics and birthing services, Cancer care (oncology), Orthopedics, Operating Room, Long-term care (CHSLD), Pharmacy services, Bilingual services (French and English).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins emergency department open all night?
Yes. The Emergency Department at Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including overnight hours, weekends, and statutory holidays.
What level of trauma care does Hôpital BMP provide?
Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins is designated a Level 2 Trauma Centre, meaning it can handle serious and complex trauma cases. This makes it a more capable facility than many community hospitals in rural Quebec, and the appropriate destination for major injuries in the Brome-Missisquoi region.
Can I be seen in English at this hospital?
Yes. Given the bilingual nature of the Brome-Missisquoi region, services are available in both French and English. You may request care in your preferred language.
How many municipalities does Hôpital BMP serve?
The hospital serves 22 municipalities across the Brome-Missisquoi region, making it the primary hospital for a large rural and semi-urban population situated between Montreal and Sherbrooke, near the Quebec–Vermont border.
Is Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins accredited?
Yes. The hospital holds accreditation from both Accreditation Canada and the Conseil québécois d'agrément (CAQ), reflecting its adherence to national and provincial quality and safety standards.
What health network does Hôpital BMP belong to?
Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins is part of the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke (CHUS) network, connecting it to a broader regional health system for specialist referrals and coordinated care.

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