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HÔPITAL SAINT-FRANÇOIS DASSISE

10 Rue De L'Espinay, Québec, QC (418) 525-4444

Current ER wait

4h 54m

15 waiting

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In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

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Source: Gouvernement du Québec (Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux)·high confidence·verified 2mo ago

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12-Hour Forecast

4h54
10pm
4h53
11pm
4h28
12am
4h47
1am
4h55
2am
4h15
3am
4h53
4am
4h54
5am
5h
6am
5h21
7am
5h30
8am
5h24
9am

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Tuesdays 12pm avg ~1h 47m
Longest wait Tuesdays 3am avg ~6h 57m

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4h 40m

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About HÔPITAL SAINT-FRANÇOIS DASSISE

Hôpital Saint-François d'Assise (HSFA) is a 24/7 acute care university teaching hospital located in the Limoilou neighbourhood of Québec City, operating as part of the CHU de Québec–Université Laval network. The emergency department offers specialized and supra-specialized care, with particular expertise in vascular medicine and obstetrics, serving adults across the greater Québec City region. As a large, high-capacity academic hospital affiliated with Université Laval's medical school, HSFA is well-suited for complex adult cases, though patients requiring highly specialized pediatric or trauma services may be directed to another CHU de Québec site.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department (approx. 34 stretcher beds), Vascular disease (maladies vasculaires) — specialized and supra-specialized care, Obstetrics and women's health, General and specialized surgery, Addiction treatment services, Academic teaching and medical residency program, Clinical research — biomaterials, women's health, vascular diseases.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hôpital Saint-François d'Assise specialize in?
HSFA is particularly recognized for its specialized and supra-specialized care in vascular disease (maladies vasculaires) and obstetrics. It also provides general emergency care, surgery, and addiction treatment as part of the CHU de Québec–Université Laval network.
Is HSFA a teaching hospital?
Yes. Hôpital Saint-François d'Assise is one of three teaching hospitals affiliated with the Université Laval Faculty of Medicine in Québec City. Patients may be seen by medical residents or students who are supervised by fully licensed attending physicians.
Does HSFA have specialized pediatric emergency services?
HSFA is primarily an adult-focused facility. Extensive and specialized pediatric emergency services within the CHU de Québec–Université Laval network are based at the Centre hospitalier de l'Université Laval (CHUL) site. If in doubt, call (418) 525-4444 for guidance on the appropriate site.
How many stretcher beds does the HSFA emergency department have?
The HSFA emergency department has approximately 34 functional stretcher beds, supporting its role as a high-capacity regional emergency facility in Québec City.
How do I get to Hôpital Saint-François d'Assise by public transit?
The hospital is situated in the Limoilou neighbourhood and is accessible via the Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC) bus network. Visit rtcquebec.ca and enter 10 Rue de l'Espinay as your destination to find the best current routes from your location.
What is the phone number for Hôpital Saint-François d'Assise?
The general inquiry phone number for HSFA is (418) 525-4444. For more information, you can also visit the CHU de Québec–Université Laval website at chudequebec.ca.

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