La Tuque ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · QC · Live as of 3:50 a.m. EDT

Shortest: CENTRE DE SANTÉ ET DE SERVICES SOCIAUX DU HAUT-SAINT-MAURICE at 2h 28m
Average: 2h 28m
1 person waiting now

CENTRE DE SANTÉ ET DE SERVICES SOCIAUX DU HAUT-SAINT-MAURICE

24/7 · 885 Boulevard Ducharme

2h 28m
2h 28m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

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

La Tuque ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across La Tuque over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

La Tuque ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

2h28
7am
2h16
8am
2h9
9am
2h17
10am
2h35
11am
2h37
12pm
2h42
1pm
2h19
2pm
2h7
3pm
2h6
4pm
2h11
5pm
3h14
6pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across La Tuque ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in La Tuque

Based on historical wait patterns across La Tuque emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Saturdays 11am avg ~1h 32m
Longest wait Saturdays 7pm avg ~6h 19m

Emergency Rooms in La Tuque

La Tuque has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 1 person is waiting across La Tuque emergency departments.

Wait time data for La Tuque is sourced from Santé Québec (Index santé) and updates as frequently as every 15 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in La Tuque use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in La Tuque

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all La Tuque ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Quebec pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in La Tuque right now?
The shortest ER wait time in La Tuque right now is at CENTRE DE SANTÉ ET DE SERVICES SOCIAUX DU HAUT-SAINT-MAURICE with an estimated wait of 2h 28m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in La Tuque?
La Tuque has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in La Tuque?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all La Tuque hospitals using data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
What is the average ER wait time in La Tuque?
The current average ER wait time across La Tuque emergency departments is approximately 2h 28m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get La Tuque ER wait time data?
ERstat sources La Tuque wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.

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