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HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DU PONTIAC

Shawville, QC

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3h 34m

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Shortest wait Sundays 4am avg ~1h 20m
Longest wait Sundays 11pm avg ~3h 52m

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200 Rue Argue, Shawville, QC (819) 647-5755 Hospital website

About HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DU PONTIAC

Hôpital et CHSLD du Pontiac in Shawville, QC is a rural community hospital operated under CISSS de l'Outaouais, offering 24/7 emergency care with 4 functional stretcher bays suited for non-critical and moderate-acuity presentations. The facility serves residents across the Pontiac region in both English and French, providing general medical care, diagnostic services, and an ICU alongside a long-term care (CHSLD) component. Patients with complex surgical emergencies, trauma, cardiac events, strokes, or obstetrical needs are typically transferred to larger centres in Gatineau or Ottawa.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), General medical and diagnostic services, Walk-in blood draw (prélèvements) — weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with requisition, Long-term care (CHSLD) for non-autonomous elderly residents, Bilingual care (English and French), Federal Interim Health Program (PFSI) for eligible refugee claimants, Wheelchair-accessible facilities including elevator and ramp.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the emergency department at Hôpital du Pontiac open overnight and on weekends?
Yes. The emergency department at Hôpital et CHSLD du Pontiac in Shawville is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year, including holidays.
Can I give birth at Hôpital du Pontiac?
No. Hôpital du Pontiac does not perform deliveries or provide obstetrical care. Patients requiring maternity services should go to a hospital in Gatineau, a birth centre, or a hospital in Ottawa.
What level of care does this ER provide — can it handle serious emergencies?
The ER has 4 functional stretcher bays and is best suited for non-critical and moderate-acuity presentations. It does not have trauma, cardiac, stroke, or dedicated pediatric emergency designations. Complex or high-acuity cases are typically stabilized and transferred to larger centres in Gatineau or Ottawa.
Does Hôpital du Pontiac offer services in English?
Yes. The hospital provides full bilingual services in both English and French, which is especially important given the Pontiac region's significant anglophone population.
How do I get blood work done at Hôpital du Pontiac without going through the ER?
Walk-in blood draw (prélèvements) services are available Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. You must bring a valid medical requisition from your doctor.
Is there parking available at Hôpital du Pontiac in Shawville?
Yes, parking is available on-site, including disability-designated spaces. For details on general parking availability and any fees, contact the hospital directly at 819-647-2211.

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