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HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DE MONTRÉAL

Montréal, QC

Current ER wait · Quebec Health

5h 28m

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Shortest wait Mondays 12pm avg ~1h 30m
Longest wait Saturdays 6am avg ~5h 24m

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  • Acne (mild)
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  • Cold sores
  • Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
  • Contraception (hormonal & emergency)
  • Dandruff
  • Dermatitis & eczema
  • Diaper rash
  • Fungal skin infections
  • Heartburn & indigestion
  • Hemorrhoids
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  • Menstrual pain
  • Nasal congestion
  • Nausea & vomiting of pregnancy
  • Nicotine dependence (smoking cessation)
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  • Shingles
  • UTI (uncomplicated, women only)
  • Warts
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1650 Avenue Cedar, Montréal, QC (514) 934-1934 Hospital website

About HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DE MONTRÉAL

The Hôpital Général de Montréal (Montreal General Hospital) emergency department is a provincially designated Level I trauma centre located at 1650 Avenue Cedar in Montréal, QC — one of only three such centres in Quebec. As part of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), this 533-bed tertiary care academic hospital offers 24/7 emergency services including trauma care, psychiatric emergencies, and a short-stay unit. Patients with complex, serious, or traumatic injuries from across the region are routinely referred here for specialist and multidisciplinary care.

Services & Specialties

Level I Trauma Centre (provincially designated), Tertiary emergency care, Psychiatric emergency department, Short-stay unit, Geriatric medicine consultation and emergency support, Specialist and multidisciplinary consultations, Bilingual services (English and French), Indigenous patient support with welcome materials in Inuktitut, Cree, English, and French, Outpatient Day Hospital rehabilitation program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Emergency Department entrance at Hôpital Général de Montréal?
The Emergency Department entrance is located on Pine Avenue (the south side of the hospital). The parking lot closest to the ED main entrance is also accessed from Pine Ave. The main hospital entrance on Cedar Avenue is on the north side.
Is Hôpital Général de Montréal a trauma centre?
Yes. The Montreal General Hospital is one of only three provincially designated Level I trauma centres in Quebec, making it the highest level of trauma care available in the province. It serves as a regional referral centre for the most serious and complex trauma cases.
Does the Montreal General Hospital emergency department offer psychiatric emergency services?
Yes. The ED includes a dedicated psychiatric emergency department, providing mental health crisis care alongside its general and trauma emergency services.
Can I be seen in English at Hôpital Général de Montréal?
Yes. As part of the MUHC, the Montreal General Hospital is a bilingual academic health centre officially designated to provide services in both English and French. Indigenous patients can also request a welcome guide in Inuktitut or Cree.
Is parking available close to the Montreal General Hospital emergency room?
Yes. A covered multi-level parking lot is on-site and accessible from Pine Avenue, which is the same side as the ED entrance. Handicap spaces are available on level P14 and near both main entrances. Valet parking is offered Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at no extra charge when the lot is full.
What is the short-stay unit at the Montreal General Hospital emergency department?
The short-stay unit is a component of the ED designed for patients who require observation or treatment over a brief period but may not need full hospital admission. It helps manage patient flow and ensures appropriate monitoring without occupying a full inpatient bed.

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