HÔTEL-DIEU DU CENTRE HOSPITALIER DE L'UNIVERSITÉ DE MONTRÉAL

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: For outpatient clinic appointments at this location, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) typically sees smoother patient flow. Always call ahead to confirm appointment availability.

Busier times: Monday mornings and late Friday afternoons tend to be busier at urban Montréal medical facilities. Avoid arriving without a confirmed appointment or referral, as walk-in access to specialty clinics may be limited.

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.

Amenities

• Wheelchair-accessible entrances and elevators
• On-site paid parking
• Bilingual services (French and English)
• No staircase-only access

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Tips Before You Go

• 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

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on Quebec health data. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.