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HÔPITAL DU CENTRE-DE-LA-MAURICIE

Shawinigan, QC

Current ER wait · Quebec Health

1h 53m

24/7

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Shortest wait Fridays 12pm avg ~1h 35m
Longest wait Fridays 10pm avg ~9h 46m

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Your pharmacist can assess and prescribe for 24+ common conditions including UTIs, cold sores, pink eye, allergies, shingles, contraception. No appointment needed.

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  • Acne (mild)
  • Allergies (seasonal)
  • Canker sores
  • Cold sores
  • Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
  • Contraception (hormonal & emergency)
  • Dandruff
  • Dermatitis & eczema
  • Diaper rash
  • Fungal skin infections
  • Heartburn & indigestion
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Insect bites & stings
  • Menstrual pain
  • Nasal congestion
  • Nausea & vomiting of pregnancy
  • Nicotine dependence (smoking cessation)
  • Oral thrush
  • Pinworms
  • Prescription renewals
  • Shingles
  • UTI (uncomplicated, women only)
  • Warts
  • Yeast infections

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50 119E Rue, Shawinigan, QC (819) 536-7500 Hospital website

About HÔPITAL DU CENTRE-DE-LA-MAURICIE

Hôpital du Centre-de-la-Mauricie is a high-capacity regional hospital located in Shawinigan, QC, operating under the university-affiliated CIUSSS MCQ network. Its emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, staffed by physicians and specialized nurse practitioners (IPS) serving the Shawinigan area and surrounding Mauricie communities. As a large regional facility, it offers a broad scope of care including surgical, oncological, diagnostic imaging, and mental health services, making it the primary acute care destination for residents of the region.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Medicine, General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Oncology (hemato-oncology, radio-oncology, breast cancer surgery), Diagnostic Radiology (ultrasound, CT scan, MRI), Interventional and Nuclear Medicine Imaging, Mental Health Services (youth and adult), Prenatal, Perinatal, and Postnatal Care, Youth Services (ages 0–21), Specialist Consultations (cardiology, dermatology, surgery, and more), Substance Abuse Treatment and Community Support, Vasectomy and Ostomy Care, Nurse Practitioner (IPS) Care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the emergency department at Hôpital du Centre-de-la-Mauricie open overnight?
Yes. The emergency department at Hôpital du Centre-de-la-Mauricie is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
What is the phone number for Hôpital du Centre-de-la-Mauricie?
You can reach the hospital at 819-536-7500. Staff can help answer questions about services, parking, and visitor information.
Is Hôpital du Centre-de-la-Mauricie a teaching hospital?
Yes. The hospital is part of the Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux de la Mauricie-et-du-Centre-du-Québec (CIUSSS MCQ), which carries a university-affiliated designation, meaning it supports medical education and training.
Does this hospital offer oncology or cancer care services?
Yes. Hôpital du Centre-de-la-Mauricie offers oncology services through the CIUSSS MCQ network, including hemato-oncology, radio-oncology, breast cancer surgery, and cancer screening programs.
How does parking work at Hôpital du Centre-de-la-Mauricie?
Parking is paid and available on site. Take a ticket when you arrive, then pay at the parking meter (horodateur) before you leave. Both credit card and debit card payments are accepted. Full rate information is available on the CIUSSS MCQ website.
Does this hospital serve pediatric or youth patients?
Yes. The hospital provides services for youth between the ages of 0 and 21 and their parents, including mental health services and prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal care through the CIUSSS MCQ network.

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