Opening of new HCA Florida Stuart Emergency announced by HCA Florida Healthcare

HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital announces the opening of a new emergency care center as part of HCA Florida Healthcare’s continued expansion across the state. Opening today, HCA Florida Stuart Emergency at 2551 South Kanner Hwy., Stuart, FL 34994, provides a full range of medical services for children and adults experiencing emergent issues. This is HCA Florida Healthcare’s first facility in Martin County.

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, and will offer a number of diagnostic services on site.

“As the Treasure Coast community expands, the need for 24/7 emergency care close to where people live and work is paramount,” said Corey Lovelace, CEO, HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital. “We are excited to establish a new healthcare location for all in need of emergency medical care.”

HCA Florida Stuart 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 healthcare needs, HCA Florida Stuart Emergency will feature:

• Comfortable private treatment rooms
• Digital diagnostic equipment, including CT, ultrasound and portable X-ray machines
• On-site laboratory
• Telemedicine technology with a specific focus on stroke care and behavioral health
• Fast-track rooms for patients with less urgent illnesses and injuries

Care Like Family, 24/7/365

Patients visiting HCA Florida Stuart Emergency can expect the same level of care as a hospital-based emergency department. As part of a leading healthcare network across the state, HCA Florida Stuart Emergency offers patients requiring in-patient treatment access to hospitals, physician practices and specialty care throughout Florida 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 Stuart Emergency, we can expand access and bring quality care closer to home for patients in Stuart and Martin County,” said Corey Lovelace. “While our approach to treatment has advanced, we continue to deliver collaborative, local care our communities expect and deserve.”