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Hôpital Notre-Dame-de-Fatima is the central health institution for the Kamouraska region, operating a 24/7 emergency department with 7 functional stretchers and providing first- and second-line acute care to La Pocatière and surrounding communities. As a CHSGS facility within the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent network, it offers a broad range of general and specialized services including surgery, gynecology, radiology, and oncology. Patients requiring highly specialized interventions such as complex cardiac surgery or major trauma care may be referred to larger centres within the regional health network.
The emergency department has only 7 stretchers — for non-urgent matters, consider calling your family physician through the GMF de Kamouraska to avoid longer waits.
Call ahead at 418-856-7000 if you are unsure whether your condition requires emergency care or could be handled at the connected CLSC Les Aboiteaux.
Bring cash or a payment card for the parking lot — payment is handled at the exit terminal near 6e Avenue and 12e Rue.
If you require highly specialized care such as neurosurgery, complex cardiac intervention, or major trauma treatment, be aware you may be stabilized and transferred to a larger CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent facility.
Weekday mid-morning visits after the morning rush tend to be quieter in smaller regional hospitals — if your condition is non-urgent, timing your visit can reduce wait times.
What to Bring
Provincial health insurance card (RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical history documents or recent test results
Emergency contact information
Payment method for parking
Comfortable clothing and a warm layer (waiting areas can be cool)
Snacks and water for potentially longer waits
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the address of Hôpital Notre-Dame-de-Fatima's emergency department?
The emergency department is located at 1201 6e Avenue, La Pocatière, QC G0R 1Z0. You can reach the hospital by phone at 418-856-7000.
How many stretchers does the Hôpital Notre-Dame-de-Fatima ER have?
The emergency department operates with 7 functional stretchers. As a smaller regional facility, patients with life-threatening or highly complex conditions may be stabilized and transferred to a larger centre within the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent network.
Is Hôpital Notre-Dame-de-Fatima part of the public Quebec health system?
Yes. It is a CHSGS (Centre hospitalier de soins généraux et spécialisés) operating within the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent regional health authority and serves as the primary hospital for the Kamouraska region.
Does this hospital offer chemotherapy or cancer treatment?
Yes. Hôpital Notre-Dame-de-Fatima has on-site oncology chemotherapy treatment rooms, making it a convenient option for Kamouraska-region patients who would otherwise need to travel to larger urban centres.
Can I access CLSC services at this hospital?
Yes. The hospital is co-located with CLSC Les Aboiteaux in the connected Pavillon Cécile-Malenfant, and operates alongside the GMF de Kamouraska family medicine group. For non-urgent health needs, these services may be more appropriate than the emergency department.
Is there paid parking at Hôpital Notre-Dame-de-Fatima?
Yes, the hospital has a paid parking lot with a gatehouse at the entrance and a payment terminal at the exit near the intersection of 6e Avenue and 12e Rue. Contact the hospital at 418-856-7000 for current parking rates.