Jewish General Hospital

Jewish General Hospital is an acute-care teaching hospital located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It provides a broad spectrum of medical services to the resident population and accepts referrals from across the province. The institution functions as a major centre for clinical care, medical education, and research. Its operations are integrated into the Quebec public health network.

In October 2020 the hospital experienced a cyber incident in which a computer virus infiltrated its information technology network. The infection disrupted normal operations at the hospital and at affiliated sister facilities, prompting an immediate containment response by the responsible health authority. Officials confirmed that the attack did not involve ransomware because no monetary demand was made by the attackers.

As a teaching hospital affiliated with McGill University, Jewish General Hospital trains medical students, residents, and fellows across numerous specialties. It is recognized for delivering specialized care in several clinical disciplines, drawing on its academic partnerships and research activities. The hospital’s role within the CIUSSS du Centre-Ouest-de-l'Île-de-Montréal underscores its position as a key provider of tertiary services in the region.

The hospital operates as a public institution under the auspices of Quebec’s health and social services system, with no private ownership structure reported. Its governance aligns with the provincial mandate to deliver accessible, high‑quality healthcare to the community it serves.