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About HÔTEL-DIEU DU CENTRE HOSPITALIER DE L'UNIVERSITÉ DE MONTRÉAL
Hôtel-Dieu du Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal is located at 3840 rue Saint-Urbain in downtown Montréal, QC, one of Canada's most historically significant healthcare sites. Founded in 1645 by Jeanne Mance, this facility has long served Montréal residents with specialized and ultraspecialized care, including cardiology, pulmonology, palliative care, and rehabilitation medicine. As part of the CHUM network, it provides access to academic-level medical services in both French and English.
Services & Specialties
Physiatry and rehabilitation medicine clinic, Outpatient specialty consultations, Cardiology and pulmonology services (CHUM network), Advanced palliative care (CHUM network), Bilingual care in French and English, Wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Call 514-890-8000 ahead of your visit to confirm which clinics and services are currently active at this address before travelling to the site.
For the fastest access by metro, take the Orange Line to Sherbrooke or Place-des-Arts stations — both are within easy walking distance of the facility.
If you require emergency care, the main CHUM campus is located at 1051 rue Sanguinet, Montréal, accessible via the Champ-de-Mars metro station on the Orange Line.
Services at this location are available in both French and English — you may request care in either official language.
Paid parking is available on site, but downtown Montréal traffic can be heavy during weekday rush hours; consider using the STM metro or bus network to avoid delays.
What to Bring
Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical records, imaging, or test results
Provincial or private supplemental insurance information
Emergency contact name and phone number
Comfortable clothing and a warm layer while waiting
A book, phone charger, or entertainment for potential wait times
Frequently Asked Questions
What services are currently available at Hôtel-Dieu du CHUM at 3840 rue Saint-Urbain?
This location currently operates in a reduced outpatient capacity under CIUSSS du Centre-Sud management, offering services such as physiatry (rehabilitation medicine) and select specialty clinics. Call 514-890-8000 to confirm which clinics are active before visiting.
Is Hôtel-Dieu du CHUM the same as the main CHUM hospital?
No. The main CHUM hospital campus is located at 1051 rue Sanguinet, Montréal. Hôtel-Dieu at 3840 rue Saint-Urbain is a separate site that now operates outpatient and specialty clinic functions under CIUSSS du Centre-Sud.
How do I get to Hôtel-Dieu du CHUM by public transit?
Take the STM Orange Line metro to either Sherbrooke or Place-des-Arts stations. Bus routes 29, 55, 80, 129, and 144 also serve the area, stopping within a 2-minute walk of the entrance on rue Saint-Urbain.
Is parking available at Hôtel-Dieu du CHUM on Saint-Urbain Street?
Yes, paid parking is available on site. For current rates, visit chumontreal.qc.ca/tarifs-stationnements or call 514-890-8000 for details.
What is the historical significance of Hôtel-Dieu de Montréal?
Hôtel-Dieu de Montréal is the first hospital ever established in Montréal, founded on October 8, 1645, by Jeanne Mance. It is Canada's second oldest healthcare institution and in 1996 became one of the three founding hospitals of the CHUM network.
Can I receive care in English at this facility?
Yes. Services at this location are offered in both French and English. You may request care in either official language when you arrive or when booking an appointment.