Healthcare

Finding a Family Doctor

Finding a family care practitioner in Quebec may take some time. The first step is to register to the waiting list to find a family doctor. Your request will be evaluated and priority granted according to your health status.

It is impossible to determine exactly how long you will be on the waiting list. The wait time may vary according to doctor availability in your region and the number of people on the waiting list in your territory. Ask your colleagues, friends and neighbours for referrals, as they may be aware of doctors accepting new patients in their practices. Call without delay as practices fill up very quickly.

In case of health or psychosocial problems

Neighbourhood local community services centres (CLSCs) are reference points where people can go in case of health or psychosocial problems. There, they can receive appropriate services or be directed to another resource in the territorial services network.

Walk-in clinics

If you do not have a family doctor or if your doctor is not available, you can visit a walk-in clinic for a medical consultation without an appointment. The medical staff will triage your symptoms and provide a prescription, order tests, or refer you to a specialist, if necessary.

811 Info Santé / Info Social

Info Santé 811 is a free, confidential, 24/7 service that connects you to a bilingual nurse. The nurse will assist you with monitoring your symptoms and recommending resources in your area's healthcare network, if necessary. You can also call 811 to reach a psychosocial worker quickly if you have a psychosocial problem. Call 811 for non-urgent medical matters for yourself or a family member. Please contact emergency services by calling 911 for urgent medical matters.

McGill Student Health Services

For more details about services, hours of operation, and insurance coverage, please visit the units' websites.

McGill Health Services Dental Clinic

The services of the McGill Student and Staff Dental Clinic are available to McGill students, staff, faculty, and friends and family of students.

The clinic is located at 752 Sherbrooke St. W. (corner McGill College Avenue).

Call 514-398-3155 to make an appointment.

McGill Employee and Family Assistance program (EFAP)

We all face problems, and sometimes these problems become too difficult for us to manage on our own. We may need assistance, advice, or just someone who will listen. Whatever personal, family, or work-related difficulties may be adversely affecting your life, your EFAP is there to provide support. It is a private, free counselling service available 24/7 to employees, their spouses and dependant children.

For details, visit the Employee and Family Assistance Program on the McGill HR website or call 1-844-852-7572.

Health Insurance Card

If you have a provincial healthcare card, make sure to check the expiry date and to renew your Health Insurance Card as needed. If you have a Temporary Work Authorization, you must renew your card when you renew your work permit in order to remain covered.

Quebec Health Booklet

Register to access your Health Booklet (Carnet santé). You will be able to monitor your prescription refills, upcoming appointments, test results, and more.

Clic Santé

Visit Clic Santé to make appointments for lab tests, medical imaging, pediatric care, pregnancy care, vaccines, and more.