High volumes in pediatric Emergency Departments

Call for public cooperation Please avoid going to the emergency room (ER) if their child’s condition does not require immediate care.

High volumes in ER

Micro d’or 2025

Each year, the MUHC Communications team is delighted to present the Micro d’or award to two members of the MUHC and Montreal Children’s Hospital community, in recognition of their outstanding contribution to promoting the expertise of the MUHC, the MCH and The Institute in the media.

International study offers new path to reduce spinal taps in young infants with fevers

A simple combination of blood and urine tests may allow many infants with fevers (febrile) to safely avoid lumbar punctures (spinal taps).

A rare respiratory disease may be more prevalent in Quebec

A team of researchers have found a rare genetic form of primary ciliary dyskinesia linked to a single ancestor more than 300 years ago.

We are currently accepting toy and gift donations at the Montreal Children's Hospital!

Please accept our heartfelt thanks for thinking of our patients and their families. The deadline to donate is December 26th!

Surgery at the MCH: a significant reduction in waiting lists

Not a single patient is now on the list of children who have been waiting for surgery for nine months or more.

How to take care of my sick child?

While minor issues can seem like a big deal, they are usually easy to treat.

Chez Nous - Fall 2025!

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Welcome to the Montreal Children's Hospital!

Our Welcome Guide guide contains information about the hospital and its services, and provides a better understanding of what to expect during your child's stay at the hospital.

Is it an emergency?

If your child's case is not urgent, please consider consulting these other resources.
  1. Info santé

    Check with Info-Santé by dialling 8-1-1

  2. Clinic

    Call your doctor or a network clinic

  3. Emergency

    If recommended, go to the Emergency department