Exterior view of the emergency room at Baptist Medical Center Beaches. Large sign reads "Emergency"

Top-ranked ER Care at Baptist Beaches

Top-ranked ER Care at Baptist Beaches

Baptist Beaches Emergency Room Main Content

When seconds count, trust the No. 1 choice for ER care.

Choose the ER connected to a full-service hospital

At Baptist Medical Center Beaches, you get immediate access to board-certified ER physicians backed by the full resources of our hospital, including specialists, advanced imaging, surgical capabilities and inpatient care, all under one roof.

No transfers. No delays. Just comprehensive emergency care ranked in the top 10% nationally for patient satisfaction.

So, whether you need a quick visit for your surfing injury or specialized treatment for a suspected stroke or chest pain, you're already exactly where you need to be.

Location

Just minutes from Intracoastal West, find us in the heart of Jax Beach, between Butler and Beach boulevards. 1350 13th Avenue South, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

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Why Choose Baptist Beaches Emergency Room?

If your condition requires specialized care, you're already where you need to be.

  1. Advanced imaging (CT, MRI)
  2. Operating rooms and surgical teams
  3. Intensive care unit
  4. Stroke center and cardiac care capabilities
  5. Seamless admission if you need to stay
  6. Medical specialists - no transfers to a hospital needed
  7. Board-certified emergency medical physicians on-site 24/7
  8. Pediatrics: Families have seamless access to the specialized pediatric care of Wolfson Children’s Hospital, which is the only full-service children’s hospital in the region and the only state-designated Pediatric Trauma Center in Northeast Florida.
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Know When to Go (to the ER)

When in doubt, come in. We'd rather check and reassure you than have you wait with something serious. But here are some good guidelines:

  • Life-Threatening Symptoms (Call 911)

    • Chest pain or shortness of breath
    • Stroke symptoms
    • Sudden changes in vision
    • Sudden weakness or paralysis
    • Sudden, extreme rise in blood pressure
    • Sudden, severe headache
    • Head injury
    • A wound that won’t stop bleeding
    • Possible poisoning
    • A faster-than-normal heartbeat that doesn’t slow with rest

  • Serious Injuries & Conditions

    • Broken bones
    • Deep cuts
    • Severe burns
    • Eye injuries
    • Severe abdominal pain
    • Suspected poisoning or overdose
    • Severe dehydration
    • High fever with confusion, stiff neck or severe headache

  • Beach & Water-Related Emergencies

    • Near-drowning
    • Marine life stings like jellyfish or stingray
    • Diving injuries
    • Severe sunburn with blistering, fever, or signs of heat stroke
    • Heat exhaustion or heat stroke - confusion, rapid pulse, hot/dry skin
    • Fishhook embedded deeply or in sensitive area