Emergency Medicine

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EMERGENCY MEDICINE IN THE COMMUNITY, FOR THE COMMUNITY

IF YOU NEED EMERGENCY MEDICAL ATTENTION, PLEASE CALL 911.

The Saint Anthony Hospital Emergency Department (ED) provides comprehensive medical services for a full range of emergency situations, including injuries, major illnesses, and symptoms of serious medical conditions.

Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the ED is staffed around-the-clock with Emergency Medicine board-certified physicians and expert staff to care for patients of all ages.

Our emergency team is compassionate, bilingual, and dedicated, bringing diverse expertise and backgrounds to provide the exceptional care you need.

When to visit the ED

Common conditions treated include:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Chest pain
  • Infections
  • Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea
  • Pregnancy-related problems, including severe pain and vaginal bleeding
  • Severe headaches
  • Shortness of breath
  • Sprains and broken bones
  • Stroke symptoms (weakness, numbness, dizziness and difficulty speaking)
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Wounds (including animal bites)

Emergency Specialties

We offer care for a full range of medical problems in adults and children. Our emergency medical staff can easily consult with on-site or on-call medical specialists that include:

  • Cardiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • General surgery 
  • Infectious disease
  • Neurology
  • Obstetrics
  • Orthopaedic surgery
  • Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)
  • Pediatrics
  • Psychiatry (Adult and Child)
  • Urology

Telestroke Program

Through a clinical partnership with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, we offer more advanced neurology care, provided by an on-site neurologist or through state-of-the-art Telestroke technology. Patients have access to specialists 24/7 for quicker diagnosis and treatment, including faster hospital admission if necessary.

Saint Anthony Hospital is an IDPH designated Stroke Center. 

Pediatric Critical Care

Saint Anthony Hospital is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health as an Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP) with capabilities to meet emergency and critical care needs of seriously ill and injured children.

24/7 coverage by Pediatric Critical Care Physicians

Saint Anthony is also one of the only hospitals in the area with a pediatric inpatient unit in the event your child needs to be admitted.

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Fast Track

We treat every emergency, like an emergency

Saint Anthony Hospital cares for patients with a wide range of medical needs from more minor injuries to critical care. For less severe injuries and illnesses, the Fast Track located within our Emergency Department offers faster access to high quality care from certified staff for adults, children and babies. 

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Common injuries and illness that can be treated in the Fast Track include:
  • Abrasions
  • Allergies
  • Asthma
  • Bronchitis and Pneumonia
  • Colds and Coughs
  • Contusions
  • Cuts
  • Diarrhea and vomiting
  • Ear Infections and Earaches
  • Fevers or flu symptoms
  • Fractures and Dislocations
  • Gynecological Problems
  • Headaches
  • Minor Burns
  • Muscle aches and pains
  • Rashes 
  • Sinus infections
  • Sore throat
  • Sprains and Strains
  • Stitches
  • Urinary Tract Infections

For More Information

You may contact the Emergency Department at 773.484.4080.