Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital is the primary hub for healthcare services in Aroostook County. Located at 140 Academy Street, Presque Isle, it’s a nonprofit, 89-bed acute care facility dedicated to delivering compassionate, comprehensive care to residents across the region. 

We are open 24/7 — because medical needs don’t wait. The hospital includes an Emergency Department that operates around the clock so you can get immediate help when it matters most. 

What We Provide

• Full spectrum inpatient care including medical/surgical, critical care, women & children’s units, and inpatient rehabilitation. 

• Specialty services such as cancer care, advanced imaging & diagnostics, orthopedics, behavioral & mental health services, and primary care. 

• Support services including laboratory, pharmacy, and outpatient surgery. 

Quality and Community Impact

• As the largest hospital in Northern Maine, A.R. Gould is one of the region’s biggest employers and a central hub of health for the surrounding rural areas. 

• We are committed to transparency in care: cost comparison tools, patient safety & quality measures, and outreach programs are part of how we serve the community. 

• Financial assistance programs are available. Access to care is a priority, regardless of financial status. 

Contact & Access

• Address: 140 Academy Street, Presque Isle, ME 04769 

• Phone: (207) 768-4000 

• Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for essential departments (like Emergency)