Emergency Room at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Shawnee

Emergency room in Shawnee, OK

Located on the east end of SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Shawnee on W. MacArthur St. in Shawnee, Oklahoma, the Emergency Room is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to care for patients when urgent medical needs arise. As a Level III Trauma Center, the emergency department is equipped to respond to a wide range of illnesses and injuries with emergency evaluation and treatment.

When an emergency happens, confidence in your care team matters. The emergency room staff at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Shawnee focuses on each patient's medical needs and explains what happens next. The team evaluates unexpected injuries, sudden illnesses , and other medical emergencies at any time of day or night.

• Individual patient rooms designed to support privacy
• Fast triage to quickly identify the care you need
• Advanced on-site imaging with state-of-the-art equipment
• Direct bedside registration to help keep your visit moving
• Rated by patients above the national average

If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Emergency Room FAQs

• When should I go to the emergency room?
  • Visit the emergency room if you are experiencing a serious illness or injury that requires immediate medical attention, such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, signs of a stroke, severe bleeding, major injuries, or other potentially life-threatening conditions. If you are unsure, seek medical care right away.
• Why are some patients seen before others?
  • Patients are evaluated based on the severity of their condition. Those with the most serious or life-threatening needs receive care first. This means wait times may vary depending on the needs of all patients receiving care.
• What is triage?
  • Triage is the first step in your emergency care experience. A member of our care team will assess your symptoms and medical needs to determine the right level of care.
• How long will I have to wait?
  • Emergency rooms care for patients based on the severity of their condition rather than the order they arrive. While wait times can vary, our team is committed to providing safe care based on each patient's medical needs.