HCA Florida Haines City Emergency freestanding emergency room now open

Haines City, Fla. – HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital announces the opening of a new freestanding ER as part of HCA Florida Healthcare’s continued expansion across the state. Opening today, HCA Florida Haines City Emergency, a 11,000-square-foot facility at 36810 US HWY 27, Haines City, FL 33844, provides a full range of medical services for children and adults.

 This new, state-of-the-art ER will be staffed with board-certified emergency medicine physicians and nurses, 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, just like an emergency room that is housed within the walls of a hospital. Physicians and colleagues will treat a range of general and specific conditions including infections, chest pain and broken bones.

 “As the northeast Polk county community expands, the need for 24/7 emergency care close to where people live and work is paramount,” said Alex Romero, Chief Executive Officer, of HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital. “We are excited to establish a new health care location for all in need of emergency medical care.”

 HCA Florida Haines City Emergency will enable HCA Florida Healthcare to offer patient-centered, high-quality care to more Floridians and expand access to HCA Florida Healthcare’s advanced treatments, innovative technologies and experienced care teams. Designed to meet the community’s growing health care needs, HCA Florida Haines City Emergency will feature:

• A separate pediatric entrance and waiting area
• 11 private treatment rooms
• CT capabilities
• Digital ultrasound
• Digital diagnostic & portable X-rays
• On-site laboratory
• Telemedicine technology with a specific focus on stroke care and behavioral health

 Care Like Family, 24/7/365

Patients visiting HCA Florida Haines City Emergency can expect the same level of care as a hospital-based emergency department. Should the patient require in-patient treatment, HCA Florida Haines City Emergency is part of a leading healthcare network across the state, including hospitals, physician practices and specialty care across the state to create a connected and collaborative healthcare experience for patients and their families.

 “We want to be here for all families in Florida, and with HCA Florida Haines City Emergency we can expand access and bring quality care closer to home for patients in northeast Polk Community,” adds Romero. “While our approach to treatment has advanced, we continue to deliver collaborative, local care our communities expect and deserve.”

 For more information, visit hcafloridahealthcare.com.