Emergency Room at UH Samaritan Medical Center
Emergency Care for Residents of Ashland and Surrounding Cities
To keep you and your family safe and healthy, UH continues to provide 24/7 emergency care at our emergency room locations. Learn more
We appreciate your trust in us for care and want to assure you that University Hospitals remains committed to keeping you and your family healthy, and will continue to provide you with the health care services you need.
Our emergency room remains open 24/7/365 for walk-in emergency care. The health and safety of our patients and staff is our top priority, so we are following best practices for cleanliness, infection control and employee health at all of our facilities. As an added precaution, we ask that patients experiencing flu-like symptoms call before coming into the ER. By answering our COVID-19 screening questions honestly, we will be able to provide you with the appropriate level of care while ensuring the safety of all ER patients.
Address
1025 Center St.
Ashland, OH 44805
419-289-0491 or
800-257-9917
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.
Safety in the ER
Watch to see how UH ERs are taking steps to separate patients with fever and respiratory symptoms to ensure safety for all UH patients.
ER, Orthopedic Injury Clinic or Urgent Care? Where to go for care.
Find an Emergency Room
Find an Orthopedic Injury Clinic
For sudden injuries from an accident, sports, or other physical activity, find an ortho injury clinic near you.
Find an Urgent Care
Walk-in care for minor injuries or illnesses that need to be treated the same-day.
The Emergency Department at UH Samaritan Medical Center is dedicated to providing quality emergency care in a timely manner 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Patients are seen according to the severity of their condition, rather than according to their arrival time.
Covid-19 Testing Locations
UH offers COVID-19 evaluation and testing at convenient locations across Northeast Ohio. Learn more about when a COVID-19 test is appropriate and the different options available to you. Currently our urgent care locations use PCR, the most accurate form of coronavirus testing. Tests are sent to a central laboratory location and results are available after completion of the visit.
Why choose UH Samaritan Emergency Room?
Experienced Staff
Staff led by board-certified physicians and nurses within a full-service hospital
24/7, 365
High-quality emergency care for adult and pediatric patients
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
On-site Lab and X-ray
Equipped with on-site lab and X-ray capabilities to provide results right away which allows for rapid diagnosis and immediate 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
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
UH Samaritan’s ER Achievements
Achieved accreditation as a Chest Pain Center for reducing time to treatment during the critical early stages of a heart attack
Received the American Heart Association 2021 Stroke SILVER award for stroke care for patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Training in Emergency Services
UH Samaritan 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.