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Hôpital de Maria is a 77-bed regional acute care hospital located at 419 Boulevard Perron in Maria, QC, serving approximately 33,000 residents across more than 200 km of Baie-des-Chaleurs coastline, including the MRCs of Bonaventure and Avignon and the Mi'gmaq communities of Listuguj and Gesgapegiag. Its 24/7 emergency department, staffed by on-site family physicians, handles a broad range of urgent and acute care needs, supported by specialties including general surgery, internal medicine, orthopedics, pediatrics, and psychiatry. Patients requiring advanced tertiary-level interventions may be transferred to a larger regional centre, but Hôpital de Maria is the primary emergency resource for this coastal Gaspésie region.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department (~10 beds), Inpatient hospitalization (77 acute care beds), Intensive care, Obstetrics, General surgery, Internal medicine, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT (ORL), Active geriatrics and long-term care, Diagnostic radiology, Ultrasound and Doppler, ECG, EEG, and EMG, Endoscopy, Mammography, Sexual assault victim services (designated centre), Support for seniors who are victims of abuse, Harm-reduction needle/syringe program, Services in French and English, University Family Medicine Group (GMF-U) teaching unit.
Amenities
Free on-site parking
Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities
Bilingual services (French and English)
University teaching environment (GMF-U affiliated with Université de Montréal)
Contact the hospital at (418) 759-3443 for cafeteria, ATM, pharmacy, and Wi-Fi availability
Hôpital de Maria is the primary emergency facility for a large coastal region — for life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately rather than driving yourself.
If you are travelling along the Baie-des-Chaleurs coastline or in the Bonaventure or Avignon MRCs, this is your closest 24/7 emergency department for the area.
The hospital offers services in both French and English, so do not hesitate to communicate in your preferred language when you arrive.
For non-urgent medical needs, consider reaching out to the co-located GMF-U (University Family Medicine Group) during clinic hours to avoid unnecessary ER visits.
Patients with complex conditions such as advanced cardiac events or major trauma may be stabilized here and then transferred to a larger centre — inform ER staff of your full medical history and any medications upon arrival.
What to Bring
Provincial health insurance card (Carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or specialist letters
Health insurance information (private or travel insurance if applicable)
Personal comfort items for potential wait times (phone charger, book, snack)
A trusted family member or friend who can assist with communication if needed
Payment method for any applicable parking or incidental fees
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hôpital de Maria have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes. The emergency department at Hôpital de Maria operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, and is staffed by on-site family physicians.
What area does Hôpital de Maria serve?
The hospital is the primary acute care facility for approximately 33,000 people across more than 200 km of Baie-des-Chaleurs coastline, including the MRCs of Bonaventure and Avignon and the Mi'gmaq communities of Listuguj and Gesgapegiag.
Can I be seen in English at Hôpital de Maria?
Yes. While French is the primary language of service, the hospital offers care in both French and English. Let staff know your language preference upon arrival.
What specialties are available at Hôpital de Maria beyond emergency care?
The hospital offers a range of specialties including general surgery, internal medicine, orthopedics, pediatrics, psychiatry, ophthalmology, and ENT (ORL), as well as diagnostic services such as ultrasound, mammography, endoscopy, ECG, EEG, and EMG.
Is Hôpital de Maria a teaching hospital?
Yes. The hospital is home to a GMF-U (University Family Medicine Group) affiliated with the Université de Montréal. It has been training family medicine residents and interprofessional students since it welcomed its first cohort of residents in July 2007.
Is free parking available at Hôpital de Maria?
Yes, free on-site parking is available at the hospital. The facility is also wheelchair accessible. Contact the hospital at (418) 759-3443 or the CISSS de la Gaspésie website for the most current parking information.