COVID-19 Update
COVID-19 visitor guidelines are in place in hospitals.
In life-threatening situations, emergency services are vital. Learn when you should visit the emergency department, and what the process is after you arrive.
COVID-19 visitor guidelines are in place in hospitals.
No two emergency department visits are the same. We care for the sickest the quickest, so you may wait longer than someone else, and you may have to wait at any point during your visit. Many children and adults may not need a test. Whatever your needs, we’re here to help.
Check out the steps listed below for an idea of what your visit to the emergency department will look like.
A nurse will see you to assess:
A clerk will start your chart. They will ask for your:
Treatment may include:
Your care continues:
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