Emergency care
Emergency room (ER) in Port Charlotte
Emergencies happen unexpectedly, and we're standing by to provide the expert care you deserve, when you need it most.
At HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, our 20-bed ER offers high-quality services 24/7. Our skilled emergency medicine team provides the prompt, compassionate care you need.
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.
High-quality emergency treatment
When it comes to emergency situations, timely and effective care is essential for good outcomes. We work hard every day to improve efficiency and quality, so that you receive exceptional care.
Emergency treatments we offer
Since 1975, our highly trained ER doctors, nurses and staff have provided personalized, compassionate emergency care. We offer evaluations and emergency treatments, as well as diagnose and treat a wide variety of sudden and chronic illnesses, including major and minor injuries.
Some of the emergency services we offer include:
- Allergic reaction stabilization and treatment
- Burn care
- Cardiac and respiratory resuscitation
- Chest tube insertion
- Electrocardiogram (ECG) recording and interpretation
- Emergency cardioversion
- Emergency temporary pacemaker insertion
- General wound care
- Hazardous material exposure decontamination
- Medication overdose stabilization and treatment
- Orthopedic fracture management
- Psychiatric stabilization and emergency treatment
- Simple and complex laceration repair
Gastrointestinal (GI) emergency services
Individuals often make a trip to the ER because of severe stomach pain. Because of this, our facility includes a dedicated GI Center, equipped to care for a multitude of gastric conditions, such as food poisoning and colon cancer. Here, our experienced gastroenterologists diagnose and treat those in need of immediate medical attention.
Stroke care
A stroke is a serious neurological condition in which a problem occurs with the blood supply in the brain. A stroke requires immediate medical attention by specialists, and we are proud to offer that care at our hospital.
Because of our dedication to stroke treatment, we have been recognized by The Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center. We are also certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
Frequently asked questions
To best help you, we have consolidated a list of answers to common questions we 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 emergency room.
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 ER wait times?
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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