Emergency care
Emergency services in Davie
We are here for you when you are experiencing a medical emergency.
At HCA Florida University Hospital, we are proud to offer the emergency medical care you need in a leading-edge facility. Our emergency room (ER) is open 24/7 and prepared to treat a wide range of conditions, such as heart attacks and broken bones.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Conditions we treat with emergency medicine
We provide treatment for various conditions that bring adults and children to our ER, including:
- Abdominal pain
- Alcohol poisoning
- Allergic reactions
- Animal bites
- Asthma attacks
- Broken bones
- Chest pain in adults
- Concussions
- Croup in children
- Cuts, abrasions and deep bruises
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty breathing
- Fainting
- Fever
- Heatstroke
- Injuries requiring stitches
- Minor burns
- Minor head injuries
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Psychiatric emergencies
- Sprains
- Strains
- Strokes
- Sudden dizziness
- Sudden or severe pain
- Vomiting
- Weakness
Our emergency program
When you need prompt emergency care, our hospital provides the diagnosis and treatment you need.
Treatments and services our ER offers
Our 16-bed ER is an advanced facility equipped with leading-edge equipment and a compassionate team standing ready to treat you or a loved one. If you need continued care after your initial treatment, we offer comprehensive heart care, orthopedic services and neurological care. We are also able to seamlessly transfer individuals to our intensive care unit (ICU) when needed.
Pediatric emergency
Our ER is standing by, ready to work together to ensure you and your child feel comfortable with their care. Our trained physicians understand children have unique medical needs, especially when it comes to emergency care.
Frequently asked questions
To best help you, we have consolidated a list of answers to questions we commonly receive about our emergency care.
When should I visit the ER?
We understand it can be difficult to know whether you should go to the ER or wait for your doctor's office to open. However, we want you to feel secure about your choice for care.
There are a wide range of symptoms that may indicate you need to visit the ER, including:
- Back pain
- Broken bones
- Chest pain
- Concussion
- Flu
- Side pain
- Stomach pain
- Trouble breathing
If you are unsure if your symptoms require an ER visit, you can speak to a nurse 24/7 by calling our Consult-A-Nurse® team at (844) 706-8773.
What should I expect at the ER?
When you get to the ER, one of our triage nurses will medically screen, evaluate and stabilize you to assess your symptoms and vital signs. Next, a registration clerk will collect your insurance card (if available) and other information.
If you have a severe, life-threatening illness or injury, you will be treated first. Otherwise, you will be treated in the order you arrive.
Before discharge, we encourage you to ask our emergency care teams any questions you have. It is also useful for you to keep all of your paperwork, discharge information and medicines or prescriptions together after you leave the ER.
After discharge, our emergency department staff will reach out to your primary care provider to ensure they are updated on your care.
What should I bring to the ER?
When coming to the ER, we recommend you bring:
- A list of known allergies
- A list of medicines you currently take
- A responsible adult or phone number for someone to contact
- Copies of results from recent medical tests, if available
- Personal care preferences and restrictions
How do I stay updated on wait times in the ER?
When it comes to emergency services, our goal is to continually work toward enhancing the care you receive, while reducing our wait times. This ensures you get the support you need, when you need it most.
Our wait times are updated every 30 minutes and are available on our website.
To find out the wait times of the HCA Florida ER nearest to you, check the top of our website or text "ER" to 32222.
Note: Message and data rates may apply. ER wait times are approximate and provided for informational purposes only.
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