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Emergency Care
Ready to respond, day or night
When emergencies arise, count on Adventist Health Mendocino Coast for immediate, expert care. Our emergency department is open 24/7 and staffed by experienced physicians and nurses, who are specially trained to handle emergency situations, and provide life-saving care. Ambulance and helicopter service is also available to rush you to our emergency room or other care facilities no matter how far away you may be.
Expert care for all emergencies
Our highly trained team is equipped to manage emergency situations and address a variety of critical conditions. Some of the common symptoms we evaluate and treat include:
Time-sensitive care and specialized services
Certain conditions and injuries demand immediate attention and specialized expertise. At Adventist Health Mendocino Coast, we are proud to offer additional critical services beyond our emergency room to ensure lifesaving care when it matters most.
Ambulance services
Our dedicated emergency vehicles are staffed with skilled emergency medical technicians who are ready to respond at a moment's notice. Working in close coordination with our emergency department and other local first responders, we are committed to providing prompt care to community members in need.
Helipad and helicopter transport
For situations where time is of the essence, our helipad allows for swift helicopter transport, enabling us to connect our patients with specialized services at other facilities. This crucial service ensures that the most critical patients can access the highest level of care available in Northern California within minutes.
Our Location
Emergency Room
Adventist Health Mendocino Coast Emergency Room
Awards and Recognitions
Geriatric emergency department accreditation
The emergency department at Adventist Health Mendocino Coast is nationally accredited for delivering exceptional care to geriatric patients, having received a three-year accreditation from the American College of Emergency Physicians. This recognition underscores our commitment to providing high-quality, specialized care for older adults in our community.
By achieving this esteemed accreditation, our emergency department enhances the level of care for seniors, ensuring that we have the necessary expertise, equipment, and trained staff to provide outstanding care for patients aged 65 and older.
Education and Support
Emergency room vs. immediate care
Many people are unsure whether to visit an emergency room or immediate care, which is understandably confusing. In this blog, we explain the differences and in which cases you should visit each. The basic rule of thumb is to visit the emergency room for life-threatening situations.