When to go to the Emergency Department

Emergency Department
If you have a serious condition, such as a suspected stroke, heart attack, severe bleeding, head injury, or other major trauma, go directly to the nearest emergency room or call 9-1-1 — don’t take any chances with a potentially life-threatening condition.

Choosing the Right Medical Care When You Are Ill or Injured.

Our goal is to provide the best possible care and treatment for you and your family. Since you are the most important member of your healthcare team, we would like to provide some key information that will help you make the best choice when seeking medical treatment for injuries or illnesses.

Download our flyer, “Emergency Room vs. Urgent Care” in English and Spanish.

Symptoms	Emergency Room	Urgent Care
Back pain
Chest pain
Coughing or vomiting blood
Deep cuts or bleeding that won’t stop
Difficulty breathing
Earaches and infections
Fever
Knife or gunshot wounds
Large bone fractures
Loss of consciousness
Mild asthma
Minor cuts
Minor fractures (fingers, toes)
Moderate to severe asthma
Problems related to pregnancy
Rashes and bumps
Seizures
Severe abdominal pain
Severe burns
Sore throats
Strains and sprains
Suspected stroke or heart attack
Urinary tract infections
Vomiting and diarrhea