What is the current ER wait time at HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE?

The current emergency room wait time at HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE is approximately 2h 10m. This is updated every 15 minutes using official Quebec health data.

Is HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE ER open right now?

Yes, HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE?

The nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE are: CENTRE DE RÉADAPTATION EN DÉFICIENCE INTELLECTUELLE, TROUBLE DU SPECTRE DE L'AUTISME ET EN DÉFICIENCE PHYSIQUE THÉRÈSE-MARTIN — 25 km away (current wait: 8h 16m); HÔPITAL NOTRE-DAME-DE-FATIMA — 33 km away; HÔPITAL DE BAIE-SAINT-PAUL — 36 km away; CENTRE HOSPITALIER RÉGIONAL DU GRAND-PORTAGE — 49 km away; CENTRE D'HÉBERGEMENT DE SAINT-ANTONIN — 52 km away. Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE emergency room?

ERstat tracks historical wait time patterns at HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE. Generally, early morning weekday hours tend to be quieter at most Canadian ERs. Check the 12-hour forecast on erstat.ca for HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE to plan your visit.

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HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE

303 Rue Saint-Étienne, La Malbaie, QC (418) 665-1700

Current ER wait

2h 10m

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

Open 24/7

Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

2h10

11pm

1h59

12am

1h46

1am

1h51

2am

1h37

3am

1h23

4am

1h9

5am

1h11

6am

1h1

7am

0h53

8am

0h52

9am

0h52

10am

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

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Tuesdays 12pm avg ~1h 1m

Longest wait Wednesdays 5pm avg ~4h 2m

Nearby Alternatives

CENTRE DE RÉADAPTATION EN DÉFICIENCE INTELLECTUELLE, TROUBLE DU SPECTRE DE L'AUTISME ET EN DÉFICIENCE PHYSIQUE THÉRÈSE-MARTIN

Rivière-Ouelle · 25 km away

8h 16m

HÔPITAL NOTRE-DAME-DE-FATIMA

La Pocatière · 33 km away

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HÔPITAL DE BAIE-SAINT-PAUL

Baie-Saint-Paul · 36 km away

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CENTRE HOSPITALIER RÉGIONAL DU GRAND-PORTAGE

Rivière-Du-Loup · 49 km away

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CENTRE D'HÉBERGEMENT DE SAINT-ANTONIN

Saint-Antonin · 52 km away

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About HÔPITAL DE LA MALBAIE

Hôpital de La Malbaie is a general and specialized care hospital (CHSGS) serving the Charlevoix region of Quebec, part of the CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale. Its 24/7 emergency department provides round-the-clock care for residents of La Malbaie and surrounding communities, with services offered in both French and English. As a community-level regional hospital, it handles a broad range of urgent and non-urgent conditions, though patients requiring complex trauma care or highly specialized intervention may be transferred to a larger centre.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Minor surgery, Medical and nursing consultations, Mental health services, Palliative and end-of-life care, Dialysis and hemodialysis, Endoscopy and colonoscopy, Mammography, Diagnostic imaging (ultrasound, X-ray, ECG, Holter, stress testing), Obstetric and cardiac ultrasound, Hemato-oncology (chemotherapy), Day medicine and surgery, Surgical block (ambulatory), External consultations, Specimen collection centre, Birthing unit (Unité des naissances), Radiology, Sexual assault victim support services (24/7, adults and children), Naloxone availability, Free injection material distribution, Social adaptation support, Public health prevention and promotion programs.

Amenities

Cafeteria / food services (hours not confirmed — call ahead)
Bilingual services (French and English)

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

Call 418-665-1700 before visiting to confirm that your specific service or specialist is available, as some advanced cases may require transfer to a larger regional centre.
The emergency department has a small stretcher capacity of approximately 9 stretchers, so arriving during off-peak hours (mid-morning on weekdays) may help reduce your wait.
Bilingual staff are available — you can be served in English or French at any time.
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, the hospital offers designated specialized support services 24/7 for both adults and children.
Naloxone is available at the hospital at all times — staff can assist with opioid overdose emergencies around the clock.

What to Bring

Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ card)
List of current medications and dosages
List of known allergies
Provincial health forms or referral documents if applicable
Personal comfort items (water bottle, snack, warm layer) for potential wait times
Emergency contact information
Any relevant medical history documents or previous test results

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hôpital de La Malbaie have a 24/7 emergency department?

Yes, the emergency department at Hôpital de La Malbaie is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year, including holidays.

Can I be served in English at Hôpital de La Malbaie?

Yes, services are available in both French and English to accommodate all patients in the Charlevoix region.

Does the hospital offer services for victims of sexual assault?

Yes, Hôpital de La Malbaie has a designated centre offering specialized services for victims of sexual assault — available 24/7 for both adults and children.

What health network does Hôpital de La Malbaie belong to?

The hospital is part of the CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale (Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux), which oversees healthcare services across the Capitale-Nationale region including Charlevoix.

Is there parking available at Hôpital de La Malbaie?

Yes, main parking is accessible from Rue Saint-Étienne, and accessible parking spaces are available near door B-16 via the Boulevard de Comporté lot. Contact the hospital at 418-665-1700 to confirm current parking fees.

Does Hôpital de La Malbaie handle trauma cases?

The hospital provides emergency care for a wide range of conditions at a community level. It does not hold a formal trauma designation, so patients with complex or severe trauma may be transferred to a larger regional facility better equipped for advanced trauma care.

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About ER Wait Times

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.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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