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Hôpital d'Amqui is a general and specialized care hospital (CHSGS) located in Amqui, Quebec, serving the Matapédia Valley and surrounding communities within the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent health network. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a 6-stretcher capacity, providing essential acute care for residents across this rural region of Bas-Saint-Laurent. As a small regional facility, patients with complex or high-acuity needs may be stabilized and transferred to a larger centre within the network, making it best suited for low-to-moderate acuity presentations.
Services & Specialties
Emergency department (24/7), General surgery, Cardiology, Gynecology, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Pneumology, ENT (ORL), Geriatrics, Palliative care, Radiology, Mammography, Ultrasound (échographie), Electrophysiology, Sleep disorder clinic, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy (ergothérapie), Inhalotherapy, Nutrition services, Outpatient rehabilitation, Detoxification services, ITSS screening, Smoking cessation program, Sexual assault support centre (adults and children, 24/7), Victim of criminal acts assistance, Health insurance card authentication, Outpatient and specialized clinics.
Amenities
Services available in French and English
Interpreter services available to support patient safety
Call ahead at 418-629-2211 to confirm service availability, especially for specialized care, before making the trip from a remote community.
For appointment-related questions, use the dedicated appointment line at 418-629-1685.
If your condition may require specialized trauma care or advanced intervention, be aware that transfer to a larger regional centre may be necessary — discuss this with ER staff on arrival.
The hospital's sexual assault support centre is available 24/7 for adults and children within 5 days of an incident — you do not need to have reported to police to access care.
Services are provided primarily in French, but English-language services are also available — inform staff of your language preference upon arrival.
What to Bring
Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
List of known allergies
Provincial drug insurance card or private insurance information
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Relevant medical records or recent test results if available
Phone charger and a book or entertainment for potential wait times
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hôpital d'Amqui's emergency department open overnight and on weekends?
Yes. The emergency department at Hôpital d'Amqui is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year including holidays.
What is the emergency department's capacity at Hôpital d'Amqui?
The emergency department has a functional capacity of 6 stretchers, reflecting its role as a small regional hospital serving the Matapédia Valley. Patients with complex or high-acuity needs may be transferred to a larger centre within the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent network.
Does Hôpital d'Amqui offer services for victims of sexual assault?
Yes. The hospital is a designated centre for victims of sexual assault and provides specialized support services for both adults and children, available 24/7, within 5 days of an incident. You do not need to have reported the incident to police to access these services.
Can I receive care in English at Hôpital d'Amqui?
Yes. While the primary language of service is French, English-language services are also available. The hospital recognizes the importance of care in a patient's preferred language for safety and quality of care.
Is Hôpital d'Amqui part of a larger health network?
Yes. Hôpital d'Amqui is a CHSGS (Centre hospitalier de soins généraux et spécialisés) and is part of the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent health network, which coordinates care across the Bas-Saint-Laurent administrative region of Quebec.
How do I get to Hôpital d'Amqui by train or public transit?
The closest transit option is the Amqui Via Rail station on Boulevard Saint-Benoît Ouest, approximately 1.25 km west of the hospital. The station is wheelchair-accessible with washrooms. No local bus routes have been confirmed, so taxi or private vehicle is recommended for most patients.