We know that you'll have many questions when you get to your closest emergency room. Our compassionate, experienced ER team is here to answer each one thoughtfully and patiently. We'll have questions, too, because the more we know, the better and quicker our ER specialists can treat you. We start with the basics: your name, date of birth, medical history and reason for your visit. We also take your vital signs. From there, we’ll determine how best to proceed.
Through a process called triage, careful prioritization can make all the difference for patients in critical condition. Sometimes, this means earlier treatment for a later-arriving patient. We strive to make our ER wait times as short as possible so that you can find relief from your pain.
We might prioritize a patient who may be experiencing a suspected heart attack or stroke as soon as they arrive so they can get the speedy, specialized care they need. Our emergency rooms are equipped with the latest medical technology.
To help keep your stress levels as low as possible and expedite treatment, always keep an information card in your handbag or wallet. Include your primary care physician’s name and phone number, a list of your medications, drug allergies and any advance directives, such as powers of attorney or health care proxy.
