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Hôpital de Hull, located at 116 Boulevard Lionel-Émond in Gatineau, Quebec, is the Outaouais region's secondary regional trauma centre and primary hub for cardiac intervention, including the regional referral centre for primary angioplasty in acute myocardial infarction cases. As a large, high-capacity facility affiliated with McGill University, it serves a population of over 275,000 in western Quebec and draws complex cases from across the region. Patients requiring emergency cardiac care, trauma stabilization, or specialized inpatient services such as intensive care, hemodialysis, or mental health admission should consider this facility.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department (25 stretcher bays), Secondary regional trauma care, Cardiology and tertiary cardiac care, Hemodynamics — regional primary angioplasty referral centre, Outaouais Heart Failure Clinic (CICO), Cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Hemodialysis services, Mental health inpatient unit, Palliative care, Obstetrics and gynecology, Pediatrics, General surgery, Internal medicine, Anesthesiology, Orthopedic surgery, Neurosurgery, Vascular surgery, ENT surgery, Radiation oncology, Geriatrics, Nephrology, Psychiatry, McGill University–affiliated medical teaching site.
Amenities
Visiting hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (general wards)
Palliative care: open visiting hours at any time
Wheelchair accessible
On-site parking
Contact 819-966-6200 to confirm cafeteria, pharmacy, ATM, or Wi-Fi availability
Call the emergency line at 819-966-6222 if you are unsure whether your situation requires an immediate visit — staff can help you assess urgency.
Hôpital de Hull is primarily a French-language facility. English-speaking patients should be aware that phone systems and signage may default to French; requesting English-language service is your right under Quebec law.
The ED has 25 stretcher bays and serves a large regional population — expect potential wait times during peak periods. If your condition is non-urgent, consider whether a local CLSC or walk-in clinic may be more appropriate.
Take STO bus route 85 for direct access to the emergency entrance, avoiding parking costs and traffic, especially during busy periods.
If you are referred or self-presenting for a cardiac emergency, this hospital is the Outaouais region's designated primary angioplasty centre — it is the appropriate destination for suspected heart attacks in the region.
Formal recommendations have been made to improve triage visibility and reassessment frequency at this ED — if your condition worsens while waiting, proactively alert triage staff rather than waiting to be called.
What to Bring
Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and prescribing physicians
List of known allergies (medications, latex, food)
Provincial drug insurance card or private insurance information
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
Snacks, water, and a change of clothes if accompanying a patient for an extended stay
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hôpital de Hull the right hospital for a suspected heart attack in the Outaouais region?
Yes. The hemodynamics department at Hôpital de Hull serves as the regional referral centre for primary angioplasty for all cases of acute myocardial infarction in the Outaouais region. Call 911 immediately for any suspected heart attack — do not drive yourself.
Does Hôpital de Hull offer services in English?
Hôpital de Hull is primarily a French-language facility, and phone systems and staff communication may default to French. However, patients in Quebec have the right to request English-language health services. If you require English, inform staff upon arrival or when calling.
How do I get to Hôpital de Hull by bus?
STO bus route 85 is reported to stop directly in front of the emergency entrance on Boulevard Lionel-Émond. The Société de transport de l'Outaouais (STO) serves the broader Gatineau area. Check the STO website or app for current schedules and route planning.
What level of trauma care does Hôpital de Hull provide?
Hôpital de Hull is designated as the secondary regional trauma centre for the Outaouais region, meaning it is equipped to receive and stabilize serious trauma cases from across the region.
Are there visiting hour restrictions at Hôpital de Hull?
General ward visiting hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Palliative care unit visits are permitted at any time. Call 819-966-6200 to confirm current visiting policies for specific units.
Is Hôpital de Hull a teaching hospital?
Yes. Hôpital de Hull (combined with Hôpital de Gatineau) is an accredited McGill University training site for residency programs including Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, General Surgery, Obstetrics-Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Neurosurgery, and several other specialties.