HÔPITAL DU CHRIST-ROI

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. As a general guide, community emergency departments tend to be less busy in the early morning hours (6 AM–9 AM) on weekdays. Mid-morning through early evening on weekends is typically busier.

Busier times: Without historical data, specific busy periods cannot be confirmed. As with most EDs, late afternoons, evenings, and weekend days tend to see higher patient volumes. Calling ahead at 819-293-2071 may help you gauge current conditions.

About HÔPITAL DU CHRIST-ROI

Hôpital du Christ-Roi is a community multiservice centre located in Nicolet, in the Centre-du-Québec region, operated under the CIUSSS de la Mauricie-et-du-Centre-du-Québec network. Its emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and is best suited for lower-acuity and non-critical cases, as it maintains a small 6-stretcher capacity typical of rural community hospitals. Patients requiring complex trauma care or advanced specialist intervention may be stabilized here and transferred to a larger regional facility.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department (6-stretcher capacity), Medical Imaging (by appointment; on-call overnight service 11 PM–7:30 AM), Shoulder arthrography, Pyelography, Barium meal and barium enema, CLSC front-line primary care services, Mental health services (improved access program), Addiction rehabilitation – Domrémy Nicolet, Chronic disease nursing (clinical nurse specialist), Rapid assessment and investigation services (AEO), Pessaire service, Ma santé à vie chronic disease program (by referral), Long-term care (CHSLD Christ-Roi), Home support services, Family, newborn, and maternal support programs, Services available in French and English.

Amenities

• On-site amenity details (cafeteria, ATM, pharmacy, Wi-Fi) not confirmed — call 819-293-2071 to verify before visiting

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Tips Before You Go

• This is a very small ED with only 6 stretchers — for serious or life-threatening emergencies, call 911 so paramedics can direct you to the most appropriate facility.
• Call ahead at 819-293-2071 before visiting for CLSC services, as most require a phone-in request to a nurse and walk-in access is limited.
• Medical imaging appointments (except emergencies) must be booked in advance through Clic Santé or by fax — do not show up expecting same-day imaging without a referral.
• An on-call medical imaging service is available overnight between 11 PM and 7:30 AM for emergency imaging needs.
• If you require addiction support or mental health services, ask specifically about the Domrémy – Nicolet program or the CLSC's mental health access pathway when you call.

What to Bring

• Provincial health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• OHIP or out-of-province insurance information if applicable
• Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral documents
• Method of payment for any applicable parking fees
• Warm clothing or a blanket, as waiting areas can be cool
• A charged phone or book to pass the time while waiting

Frequently Asked Questions

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.