Emergency Services
Keeping Our Patient Safe
Our goal is always to promote and protect the health and well-being of the people of our state. During the coronavirus pandemic, we have had to make changes to the way we do things. But the compassion and quality of our care remains the same.
As research continues to reveal how to best treat and prevent the coronavirus, we will update our practices to be sure we offer the best medical care in the safest environment possible.
Emergency Services at UM Capital Region Health
Our emergency services team's partnership with University of Maryland School of Medicine means we're developing new ways to diagnose conditions more quickly and use the latest research to provide better care and shorten hospital stays in emergency services.
UM Capital offers adult and pediatric emergency care in three locations:
Our team works with doctors in all medical specialties throughout University of Maryland Capital Region Health and the surrounding area to give you complete care.
Emergency Departments at UM Capital
UM Capital offers 24/7 emergency services with board-certified doctors, nurses and technicians who have received advanced training in emergency care. They treat a wide array of serious illness and injuries. These may include:
- Allergic reactions
- Breathing problems
- Heart problems (including chest or arm pain)
- Stroke
- Loss of consciousness, seizure or severe dizziness
- Stomach or chest pain
- Infant Illness
- Poisoning or drug overdose
- Severe burns, cuts, punctures, bites
- Child, spouse or elder abuse
- Mental health problems, such as hallucinations, or suicide threats and attempts
- Rape, assault or other injury sustained during a violent crime
Emergency Room, Urgent Care or Primary Care?
When you or a family member needs immediate medical attention, you may not always need to visit the emergency department. Use this reference guide to help you make your best choice for care.