Emergency Room - St. Joseph's Westgate Medical Center - Glendale, AZ

The ER is for serious or life-threatening conditions like chest pain, stroke symptoms, difficulty breathing, severe injuries or uncontrollable bleeding. For less severe issues like minor cuts, sprains or colds, urgent care may be more appropriate. If you think you may be experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.

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From everyday emergencies to serious, time-sensitive conditions, our ER is equipped to treat a wide range of urgent illnesses and injuries, including sudden or serious symptoms (chest pain, seizures, sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, sudden loss of hearing, moderate to severe breathing problems) and injuries and trauma (sprains and broken bones, head injuries, simple and complex lacerations, uncontrolled bleeding, trauma wounds, surgical wounds).

We also treat:

• Abdominal pain
• Accidental poisoning
• Allergic reactions
• Asthma
• Bites and stings
• Chemical exposure
• Chest pain
• Concussions
• Eye injury
• Moderate to severe burns
• Pneumonia
• Ulcers
• Urinary tract infections
• Viral and bacterial infections
  

No, an appointment is not needed, but you can reduce your wait in our ER. Simply check in online to reserve your spot and receive care sooner.

Schedule your arrival time online

Patients are seen based on how serious their condition is, not by order of arrival. This process is called triage. From the moment you arrive, you’ll speak with a nurse who will assess your needs and help ensure you receive the most appropriate care as quickly as possible. Patients with life-threatening conditions, like a heart attack or severe injury, will be prioritized for immediate care.

Bring a photo ID, insurance card, a list of medications and any relevant medical records, if available. You may also bring someone who can help provide information about your condition.

We typically share a summary of your visit with your primary care provider (PCP) or referring health care provider. This helps keep your care team informed about your emergency department visit and any treatment you may have received, and supports follow-up care if needed.

Yes. Emergency care is provided regardless of your ability to pay or whether you have insurance. Your health and well-being are important to us, and financial assistance options may also be available.