Emergency Room at UH Geauga Medical Center
Emergency Room Near You in Chardon and Surrounding Cities
Address
13207 Ravenna Road
Chardon, OH 44024
440-285-6000
Hours
24 hours a day,
365 days a year
In the event of a life-threatening emergency, patients should call 9-1-1 or visit the nearest emergency department immediately.
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Walk-in care for minor injuries or illnesses that need to be treated the same-day.
Why choose UH Geauga Emergency Room?
University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, a campus of UH Regional Hospitals located in Geauga County delivers 24-hour emergency care to adult and pediatric patients in a state-of-the-art facility. Our emergency room offers immediate access to an expert team of multidisciplinary specialists and is equipped with the most advanced technology available. The Emergency Providers are able to work with over four-hundred UH Geauga Physicians to diagnose and treat a patient with an emergency condition.
Experienced Staff
Staff led by board-certified physicians and nurses within a full-service hospital
Open 24/7, 365
Delivering emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Comprehensive Care
Access to care at Cleveland’s premier health care system and top-ranked specialists
Quick Heart Attack Response
EMS personnel use remote STEMI EKG readings to notify hospital staff of heart attack and to prepare for patient’s arrival
Life Flight Availability
Safe, fast helicopter transport of critically ill or injured
Clinical Decision Unit
23-hour patient observation without a hospital admission
Life-Saving Technology
Targeted temperature management therapy regulates body temperature for cardiac patients
Onsite Lab and Imaging
Equipped with a lab and advanced imaging including CT scan, X-ray and capabilities for rapid diagnosis and treatment
Patient-Centered Care
Provides high-quality, safe patient care to achieve excellent clinical outcomes while always considering patient needs and preferences
On-site Parking
Free on-site, self-parking that is monitored 24/7 by security for all patients and visitors
Treatment for Trauma and Emergencies
Trauma
Trauma
- Concussion
- Fainting
- Head trauma or eye injury
- Seizures
- Overdoses
- Bleeding that cannot be stopped
- Brain injuries
- Severe abdominal pain
- Assault
- Migraine/severe headache
Heart Attack Symptoms
Heart Attack Symptoms
- Chest pain
- Wheezing, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Tingling or discomfort
- Heartburn feeling
- Cold sweat
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Very high or low vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate or temperature
Signs of a Stroke
Signs of a Stroke
- Fainting or dizziness
- Sudden numbness or weakness
- Confusion
- One side of the face is drooping
- Difficulty speaking
- Difficulty seeing or blurred vision in one or both eyes
- Loss of balance/coordination
Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health
- Change in mental state
- Thoughts of suicide
- Depression
- Paranoia
- Substance abuse
Physical Injuries
Physical Injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Joint pain, dislocation or injury
- Blistering, large burns or extensive rash
- Tendon and ligament injuries
Hazardous Materials
Hazardous Materials
- Poisoning
UH Geauga’s Emergency Department Achievements
Achieved accreditation as a Chest Pain Center for reducing time to treatment during the critical early stages of a heart attack
Earned Primary Stroke Center certification for stroke care
Received the American Heart Association 2023 Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll award for stroke care
Designated a Level III Trauma Center for ability to treat trauma without transfer
5 Steps of Emergency Care
- Triage - process of determining the severity of condition
- Registration - gather patient information and obtain consent for treatment
- Treatment – every patients receives treatment from a doctor or mid-level practitioner
- Reevaluation – evaluate test results to determine type of treatment
- Discharge - receive instructions to follow after leaving the emergency room
Training in Emergency Services
UH Geauga Medical Center, in conjunction with the UH EMS Institute, is the region's leader in training and emergency care protocol development. Our emergency staff works closely with the region's EMS providers. ER physicians provide medical direction for over 30 EMS squads. Due to our strong collaboration with the EMS community we have been able to enhance our ability to provide life-saving care.
Training programs include:
- Continuing medical education
- CPR training
- Basic life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- CPR and AED Training in schools and for the community
Insurance & Payment
We accept all major medical insurance providers, including Medical Mutual of Ohio (MMO) SuperMed. Co-pays, deductibles and items not covered by insurance are paid at the time of your visit.
Know Where To Go For Care
When bumps and bruises, sprains and pains, fever and falls happen you may need an alternative option to primary care. Making the best health care decisions for your family starts with knowing where to go.
Emergency Care for Kids
When your child needs emergency care, UH Rainbow Emergency Rooms offer convenient, kid-friendly medical care from board-certified physicians.