Sherbrooke ER Wait Times

5 emergency departments · QC · Live as of 11:55 p.m. EDT

Shortest: CHUS - HÔPITAL FLEURIMONT at 9h 35m
Average: 9h 57m
Longest: 10h 18m
52 people waiting now

CHUS - HÔPITAL FLEURIMONT

24/7 · 3001 12E Avenue Nord

9h 35m

CHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU DE SHERBROOKE

24/7 · 580 Rue Bowen Sud

10h 18m

HÔPITAL ET CHSLD ARGYLL

24/7 · 375 Rue Argyll

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HÔPITAL ET CHSLD D'YOUVILLE

24/7 · 1036 Rue Belvédère Sud

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UNITÉ DE CONFINEMENT COMMUNAUTAIRE

24/7 · 1820 Rue Galt Ouest

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9h 35m 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.

Sherbrooke ER Wait Forecast

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

Sherbrooke ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

9h57
4am
9h59
5am
9h46
6am
9h48
7am
9h17
8am
9h
9am
8h34
10am
7h29
11am
7h12
12pm
6h21
1pm
5h54
2pm
5h4
3pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Sherbrooke

Based on historical wait patterns across Sherbrooke 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 Fridays 12pm avg ~3h 1m
Longest wait Tuesdays 10pm avg ~8h 28m

Nearby ERs Outside Sherbrooke

HÔPITAL, CLSC ET CENTRE D'HÉBERGEMENT D'ASBESTOS

Asbestos · 41 km away

2h–3h 30mPredicted

CLSC - URGENCE-MINEURE - CENTRE D'HÉBERGEMENT DE WINDSOR

Windsor · 20 km away

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Emergency Rooms in Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke has 5 emergency departments — 5 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 2 of 5 currently have live wait time data. Right now, 52 people are waiting across Sherbrooke emergency departments.

Wait time data for Sherbrooke 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 Sherbrooke 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 Sherbrooke

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Sherbrooke 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 Sherbrooke right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Sherbrooke right now is at CHUS - HÔPITAL FLEURIMONT with an estimated wait of 9h 35m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Sherbrooke?
Sherbrooke has 5 emergency departments, 5 of which operate 24/7. 2 currently have live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Sherbrooke?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Sherbrooke 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 Sherbrooke?
The current average ER wait time across Sherbrooke emergency departments is approximately 9h 57m. 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 Sherbrooke ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Sherbrooke wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Sherbrooke ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Sherbrooke with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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