Life Is Unpredictable
You can rely on us to be close when you need us. At Baylor Scott & White Health, we're equipped to handle a wide array of emergency situations.
From chest pain to snake bites, find out some conditions that could be considered an emergency situation. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
In an Emergency, We're Nearby.
We have emergency services in hospitals across North and Central Texas, and all Baylor Scott & White hospitals provide full emergency services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To provide our communities with even more access to quality emergency care, Baylor Scott & White also has a network of licensed emergency medical centers.
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Trauma Centers
No one ever plans to have a trauma related event, but the fact is that trauma is the leading cause of death in people ages one to 44. Learn about what to expect in the trauma ICU.
Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health, and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple provide comprehensive trauma services at our Level I Trauma Centers. Baylor University Medical Center and Baylor Scott & White – Temple are two of only 17 Level I Trauma Centers in the State of Texas.
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Emergency Medical Services
Baylor Scott & White has the privilege to work with a variety of local emergency medical services organizations. Depending on where you live, your emergency medical services may be provided by your city or by a private company.
In Central Texas, Scott & White Emergency Medical Services (SWEMS) is the exclusive ambulance provider for the city of Temple.
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Emergency Medical Services
What to Expect in the Emergency Room (ER)
You never know when an emergency may happen, but you can count on us to provide you with quality emergency care 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Knowing what to expect during your visit to the emergency room may help put you more at ease.