La Tuque ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · QC · Live as of 2:05 a.m. EDT

Shortest: CENTRE DE SANTÉ ET DE SERVICES SOCIAUX DU HAUT-SAINT-MAURICE at 1h 52m
Average: 1h 52m
3 people waiting now

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

24/7 · 885 Boulevard Ducharme

1h 52m
1h 52m 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

1h52
6am
1h46
7am
1h32
8am
1h22
9am
1h14
10am
1h25
11am
1h34
12pm
1h30
1pm
1h12
2pm
0h54
3pm
1h5
4pm
1h27
5pm

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 36m
Longest wait Saturdays 7pm avg ~6h 16m

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, 3 people are 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 1h 52m. 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?
Right now the shortest ER wait in La Tuque is 1h 52m at CENTRE DE SANTÉ ET DE SERVICES SOCIAUX DU HAUT-SAINT-MAURICE. The average across La Tuque's reporting emergency departments is about 1h 52m, but waits vary widely — 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 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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