Tourist or Newcomer to Montreal? Here is How to See a Doctor Easily!

Are you visiting Montreal or have you just arrived in Quebec and are not yet covered by RAMQ (Quebec health insurance)? You fall ill, have a health problem, or need a prescription renewal? Don't panic! There are several options to see a doctor quickly and easily, even without a health insurance card.

I am Dre Aurélia Nha-Huyen Nguyen Gouez, a family physician and medical director originally from France. After completing my studies and practicing in France, I settled in Quebec in 2016, where I practiced in a CLSC before moving into the private sector. I founded Allodocteur.ca to offer faster and simpler access to medical care, notably by providing home doctor visits and telemedicine, as is common in France.

At Allodocteur.ca, we simplify your access to care through our private medical consultations—via telemedicine or as a home doctor—with a physician in just a few minutes or hours.

Why consult with Allodocteur.ca?

Unlike public clinics where wait times are long and non-residents are not always accepted, we offer a simple, fast, and efficient solution for tourists and newcomers.

• No RAMQ card, no hassle – We accept all patients, regardless of their status.

• Fast consultation – Appointments in less than 24 hours, sometimes within minutes.

• Telemedicine or home visit – Consult a doctor from your hotel, Airbnb, or temporary residence.

• Prescriptions sent to the pharmacy – Need an antibiotic or prescription renewals? We handle everything.

• Receipt for your travel insurance – Detailed invoice for reimbursement by your travel or private insurance.

Book easily online at Allodocteur.ca or call us.

How to see a doctor in Montreal as a tourist or foreigner?

Telemedicine: Consult a doctor wherever you are!

If your health problem does not require a physical exam (urinary tract infection, dermatological issue, medical prescription...), a virtual consultation is the fastest solution.

• Book online at Allodocteur.ca

• Speak to a doctor in a few minutes

• Receive a prescription directly at the pharmacy

Rate: starting from $119, much cheaper than a trip to the emergency room.

Home doctor: A physician comes to you!

If you are sick, tired, or prefer to avoid travelling, we send a doctor directly to your location (hotel, Airbnb, temporary residence).

• No need to travel and wait in a clinic.

• Ideal if you have a fever, pain, or the flu.

• Perfect for families travelling with sick children.

Rate: starting from $279, depending on complexity and distance.

Book now at Allodocteur.ca for a stress-free medical visit.

Private clinic or walk-in clinic: Beware of wait times!

If you prefer to see a doctor in a clinic, please note that public clinics generally do not take patients without RAMQ. Private clinics are an alternative, but they can be more expensive and wait times are sometimes long.

Examples of private clinics in Montreal

• ELNA Médical

• RocklandMD

Average cost of a consultation: between $150 and $300.

Why wait when you can consult a doctor immediately with Allodocteur.ca?

Hospital Emergencies: To be avoided except in real emergencies!

If your condition is serious (chest pain, difficulty breathing, accident...), go to a hospital emergency department.

Hospitals in Montreal

• CHUM (Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal)

• MUHC (McGill University Health Centre)

• Jewish General Hospital

• Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital

Wait times can exceed 12 hours for non-urgent cases. Fees are very high without insurance (between $700 and $2,000 depending on the care required).

If your condition is not critical, choose telemedicine or a home doctor visit to avoid these exorbitant delays and costs.

How to pay and get reimbursed?

If you have travel or private insurance, you will generally need to pay the fees upfront and then request reimbursement from your insurer. Remember to:

• Request a detailed invoice specifying the type of consultation and the medical acts performed.

• Check with your insurance before the consultation to avoid unpleasant surprises.

• Some insurance providers require you to call before consulting, especially for emergencies.

We provide an official receipt so that you can easily submit your reimbursement request to your insurer.

What to do if you need medication?

In Quebec, pharmacists can sometimes prescribe medications without a medical consultation.

Possible pharmacy services

• Treatment of urinary tract infections

• Prescription renewals

• Prescriptions for allergies and eczema

Popular pharmacies in Montreal

• Jean Coutu

• Pharmaprix

• Uniprix

If you need a more specific prescription, book an appointment with Allodocteur.ca and receive your prescription in a few minutes.

Why choose Allodocteur.ca?

• Fast access: No queues or endless delays.

• Qualified Quebec physicians: All our doctors are registered with the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).

• Receipt for insurance reimbursement: Get an official document for your travel insurance.

• Ideal solution for tourists and expatriates: An easy and reassuring consultation wherever you are.

Book your consultation now at Allodocteur.ca or call us.

Need a doctor quickly? Don't waste time, consult us without delay!