Sorel-Tracy ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · QC · Live as of 10:25 a.m. EST

Shortest in Sorel-Tracy if you leave now

2h 23m Hôtel-Dieu de Sorel

Avg 2h 23m · 5 waiting

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Hôtel-Dieu de Sorel

24/7 · 400 Avenue De L'Hôtel-Dieu

3h 33m

Hôpitalier Richelieu

24/7 · 30 Rue Ferland

1h 30m–3h 15mPredicted

Sorel-Tracy ER Wait Forecast

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

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Projected from typical wait patterns across Sorel-Tracy ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Sorel-Tracy

Based on historical wait patterns across Sorel-Tracy 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 Mondays 8am avg ~3h 12m

Longest wait Tuesdays 7pm avg ~9h 48m

Nearby ERs Outside Sorel-Tracy

Hôpital régional de Lanaudière

Saint-Charles-Borromée · 28 km away

5h 22m

Hôpital Honoré-Mercier

Saint-Hyacinthe · 47 km away

5h 35m

Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur

Terrebonne · 48 km away

9h 39m

CLSC Avellin-Dalcourt

Louiseville · 27 km away

Hôpital du Christ-Roi

Nicolet · 41 km away

Emergency Rooms in Sorel-Tracy

Sorel-Tracy has 2 emergency departments: 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 2 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 5 people are waiting across Sorel-Tracy emergency departments.

Wait time data for Sorel-Tracy 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 Sorel-Tracy 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 Sorel-Tracy

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Sorel-Tracy 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 Sorel-Tracy right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Sorel-Tracy right now is at HÔTEL-DIEU DE SOREL with an estimated wait of 2h 23m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Sorel-Tracy?

Sorel-Tracy has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Sorel-Tracy?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Sorel-Tracy 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 Sorel-Tracy?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Sorel-Tracy is 2h 23m at HÔTEL-DIEU DE SOREL. The average across Sorel-Tracy's reporting emergency departments is about 2h 23m, but waits vary widely, and checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.

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 Sorel-Tracy ER wait time data?

ERstat sources Sorel-Tracy wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.

What if all Sorel-Tracy ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Sorel-Tracy 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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