Emergency Services at UH Lake West Medical Center
Serving Mentor and surrounding communities, UH Brunner Sanden Deitrick Wellness Center offers patients of all ages access to a wide range of primary and specialty care physicians.
Address
36000 Euclid Ave.
Willoughby, OH 44094
440-953-9600
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.
The 24/7 emergency department at University Hospitals Lake West Medical Center provides patients and their families with the latest life-saving technology and exceptional care in a safe, comfortable environment.
If you’re sick or injured, the best place to go for care depends on your symptoms and how soon you need treatment. Many non-life-threatening conditions can be treated at an urgent care, doctor’s office or virtually. Always call 9-1-1 in a life-threatening emergency.
Services Offered at UH Lake West Emergency Department
Our highly trained emergency room physicians and nurses have the ability to quickly diagnose and treat the full spectrum of emergency medical situations. Specialty services include:
Chest Pain and Heart Attack Care
Recognizing and reacting to the early symptoms of a heart attack – such as chest pain – and reducing the time it takes to receive treatment improves your chances of survival and recovery. Our specially-trained teams of emergency department doctors, nurses and cardiologists know the early signs of a heart attack and are ready to intervene quickly.
The Chest Pain Center at UH Lake West Medical Center Emergency Department is accredited by ACC Accreditation Services, assuring you nationally recognized expertise in early heart attack care and treatment, including catheterization and open-heart surgery.
If we determine your chest pain is caused by something other than a heart attack, such as gastrointestinal conditions or a lung problem, we’ll help connect you to care for that concern.
Stroke Care
The UH Lake West emergency department is designated by The Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center. This means our emergency medicine specialists have the training and technology to manage acute stroke patients including rapid assessment, imaging and the ability to administer intravenous medications (tPA) to dissolve blood clots and restore blood flow to brain regions affected by a stroke.
SANE Program
Our Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) provide compassionate care to adult and pediatric victims of sexual assault. Our SANE team is trained to collect and preserve evidence of sexual assault and testify at criminal trials.
Partnering with First Responders
We coordinate with local EMS to help heart attack patients receive treatment before they even get to the ED. Our heart emergency response time has helped us exceed the American Heart Association’s high standard of opening a blocked artery in fewer than 90 minutes, starting when the patient first arrives in the ED.
Emergency Care, Orthopedic Injury Clinic or Urgent Care? Where to go for care.
Find an ER
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.
Why choose UH Lake West Emergency Room?
University Hospitals Lake West Medical Center located in Willoughby, Ohio delivers 24-hour emergency care to patients of all ages 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 State of Ohio has designated UH Lake West Medical Center as a provisional adult level III trauma center.
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
SANE Program
Sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) are registered nurses who have completed specialized forensic training in the care and treatment of sexual and domestic assault victims
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 Lake West’s Emergency Department Achievements
Designated a provisional Level III trauma center for ability to treat trauma without transfer
Received the American Heart Association 2023 Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite award for stroke care
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
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.
For Minor Illness or Injury
If your medical condition isn’t life-threatening, a visit to a UH Urgent Care or UH Virtual Visit may be more appropriate.
Emergency Care for Kids
When your child needs emergency care, UH Rainbow Emergency Rooms offer convenient, kid-friendly medical care from board-certified physicians.