Lakeshore General Hospital

Lakeshore General Hospital is a public acute-care facility located in Pointe-Claire on the West Island of Montreal. It belongs to the CIUSSS de l’Ouest-de-l’Île-de-Montréal network and operates under Québec’s public health system. It has approximately 265 beds and employs a large staff to serve both inpatient and outpatient needs.

Services and Facilities

• Offers a full emergency department which is one of the busiest in Montreal, treating tens of thousands of visits annually.
• A modular emergency department opened in May 2024, designed to meet modern standards and improve access and safety for the community.
• Family Medicine Groups (FMG) and a Rapid Access Clinic (RAC) are located on the second floor of the modular building.
• Mask wearing is mandatory in certain areas such as acute care units, outpatient clinics, mental health, and rehabilitation.

Strengths

• Conveniently located near major highways (13, 20, 40, 520), improving emergency access.
• Ongoing investment in infrastructure, such as the new modular emergency facility, demonstrates commitment to patient care.
• Broad range of outpatient and specialized clinics, including oncology, psychiatry, dialysis, and more.
• The birthing centre delivers over 1,600 babies annually, providing comprehensive obstetric services.

Practical Notes for Patients

• As the hospital serves a large community, demand for services can be high, so patients may need to plan for possible wait times.
• Some services and clinics are now located in new modular facilities; checking exact locations in advance helps avoid confusion.
• Specific infection-control measures, such as mask requirements, remain in place in several units, so visitors should be prepared.