Quieter times: As an inpatient rehabilitation facility accepting referrals only, admission timing is coordinated through your referring hospital's care team rather than by personal choice. Visitors will generally find parking and quieter conditions in the late afternoon, particularly after 3:30 p.m.
Busier times: Visitor parking is most congested during standard business hours when staff occupancy is highest. Plan visits outside of peak morning and midday hours if possible, or arrive after 3:30 p.m. for easier parking access.
Villa Medica is a specialized rehabilitation hospital located at 225 Rue Sherbrooke Est in downtown Montréal, QC, offering intensive inpatient rehabilitation across neurology, orthopedics, amputee care, and burn recovery programs. With over 140 beds and a multidisciplinary care team, it serves patients referred from acute-care hospitals across Montréal and western Québec who require recovery support between hospital discharge and returning home. This is not an emergency department or walk-in facility — all admissions are by referral only, and patients requiring emergency care should proceed to a full acute-care hospital such as the CHUM or the McGill University Health Centre.
Services & Specialties
Inpatient neurological rehabilitation, Orthopedic rehabilitation, Amputee rehabilitation, Specialized burn victim rehabilitation (part of the Expertise Centre for severe burns in Western Québec), Sub-acute care, Physiatry, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, Psychology and psychiatry, Social services, Spiritual care, On-site pharmacy, Medical care by attending physicians.
Amenities
Cafeteria on-site
On-site pharmacy
Hairdressing services
Leisure and activities department
Television service in rooms
Taxi coordination service
Telephony service
Paratransit (transport adapté) coordination
Médiathèque (media library) at the top of the building with downtown Montréal views
Basic personal care items available on the 12th floor (toothbrush, shampoo, etc.)
Villa Medica does not have a walk-in emergency department — all admissions require a referral from an acute-care partner hospital, so contact your referring hospital's discharge team to arrange admission.
If you are a visitor, parking is easier to find after 3:30 p.m. when employee shifts end; budget for paid parking fees and bring cash or card for the rear-entrance payment.
Take advantage of the partial $7 parking refund available at the Accounting Department (2nd floor East, weekdays 1–4 p.m.) if you visit regularly.
The hospital offers its own patient transport service for approximately $10 each way — ask your care team or the reception desk to coordinate rides to and from home.
Services are available in both French and English, so do not hesitate to communicate with staff in your preferred language.
What to Bring
Provincial health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of all current medications with dosages
Comfortable clothing suitable for daily physiotherapy and rehabilitation sessions
Supportive footwear appropriate for walking and exercise
Personal items not provided on-site (razors, preferred toiletries — basic items like toothbrushes and shampoo are available on the 12th floor)
Reading material, tablet, or other personal entertainment for downtime
Contact information for your next of kin and referring physician
Parking
Paid parking is available behind the hospital. Payment is made at the rear entrance, where a ticket is issued and must be displayed visibly on the dashboard. A partial refund of $7 per ticket can be obtained at the Accounting Department on the 2nd floor East, Monday to Friday between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Because the lot is shared with staff, availability is generally better after 3:30 p.m. The facility is wheelchair accessible with elevator access throughout.
Getting There
Villa Medica is easily accessible by public transit. The nearest Métro station is Sherbrooke (Orange Line), located a short walk from the hospital on Rue Sherbrooke Est. Several STM bus routes serve the Sherbrooke corridor directly. The hospital also offers a patient transport service for approximately $10, covering trips to and from the patient's home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Villa Medica have an emergency department?
No. Villa Medica is a specialized rehabilitation hospital and does not operate a general emergency department. It is not a walk-in or acute-care facility. If you need emergency medical care, call 911 or go to the nearest full-service hospital emergency department, such as the CHUM or the McGill University Health Centre.
How do I get admitted to Villa Medica?
Admission to Villa Medica requires a referral from an acute-care partner hospital. Patients are typically referred following a hospitalization when they require ongoing intensive rehabilitation before returning home. You cannot self-refer or walk in for admission.
What rehabilitation programs does Villa Medica offer?
Villa Medica offers specialized inpatient rehabilitation programs in neurology, orthopedics, amputee care, and burn victim recovery. It is the only rehabilitation facility in the Montréal area and western Québec offering specialized services to patients who have suffered serious burns, as part of the Expertise Centre for severe burn victims in Western Québec.
Is Villa Medica a public or private hospital?
Villa Medica is a private-public (conventionné) establishment, meaning it operates within the Québec public health network and its services are covered under the provincial health system for eligible patients. It is a subsidiary of Groupe Santé Sedna and has been accredited by Accreditation Canada since 1972.
Are services available in English at Villa Medica?
Yes. Villa Medica provides services in both French and English, making it accessible to Montréal's anglophone and francophone communities alike.
What amenities are available for patients and visitors at Villa Medica?
The hospital offers a cafeteria, on-site pharmacy, hairdressing, a leisure department, TV service, spiritual care, and taxi and paratransit coordination. There is also a Médiathèque at the top of the building with panoramic views of downtown Montréal. Basic personal care items are available on the 12th floor. For specific amenity questions such as Wi-Fi or ATM availability, it is best to call the hospital directly at 514-288-8201.
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.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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