Emergency

1501 Hiland Avenue

This department offers

Emergency care
Trauma care

Call 911 immediately if someone is unconscious, having trouble breathing, has a serious injury or may be having a heart attack.

Good Samaritan Hospital’s Emergency department provides you with the right care whenever you need it. Whether it’s illness or injuries requiring immediate care, or complex medical emergencies, our emergency and trauma team is there to take care of your critical needs.

Our team of emergency doctors, trauma and specialty surgeons, specialty-trained nurses, technicians, pharmacists, care managers and others work together to provide lifesaving treatments and personal care. Our holistic approach to care means that we work with you and your family to do what’s best for your health care needs.

Trauma Designation: Level II

Our Trauma Center is equipped to treat a variety of traumatic injuries, including head injuries, broken bones and injuries caused by accidents or violence. Most emergency and trauma departments are identified at different levels ranging from Level I to Level V Trauma Centers, depending on the availability of specialists and specialty treatment.

Trauma Center levels

A facility earns the title of “designated trauma center” when it meets requirements established by state or local government authorities. The American College of Surgeons verifies the designation of Trauma Centers as Level, I, II, III, IV or V. Levels depend on the types of resources available, and the number of trauma cases handled each year.

The American Trauma Society provides a guide to the levels of Trauma Centers. In brief, services by level signify:

Level l – Provides total care for every aspect of injury – from prevention through rehabilitation.
Level ll - Definitive care for complex and severe trauma patients.
Level lll - Initial evaluation and stabilization (surgically if appropriate) to the trauma patient.
Levels IV and V - Initial evaluation, stabilization, diagnostic capabilities and transfer to a higher level of care.

Helpful emergency care information

What should I bring

Getting you fast and accurate care is our primary goal. In order to do that, we need some important information from you

What to expect

When the unexpected happens, the unknown can be frightening. At Intermountain Health you can be confident in the care you and your family receive

How will I be treated

You may need to have tests performed or medical images taken so we fully understand your condition and can make an accurate diagnosis

Frequently Asked Question

Answering your questions about your stay, treatment, and medical records

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