What to Expect at the ER: Our priority is to treat each person in our emergency rooms as fully, safely and quickly as possible. We see patients based on how serious their conditions are. Patients are not seen on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more about what to expect at the ER.
Locations
UM Shore Regional Health emergency care is provided throughout the Eastern Shore. Each center is open 24/7.
Heart attack symptoms (including chest or arm pain)
Loss of consciousness or seizure or severe dizziness
Mental health problems, such as hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't there), threat or suicide attempt or other change in mental status
Poisoning or drug overdose
Rape, assault or other injury sustained during a violent crime
Serious eye or head injuries
Severe burns
Stroke symptoms
Suspected drug overdose or poisoning
If a patient's condition is critical enough to need more advanced care, he or she will be transferred to another larger hospital, such as the University of Maryland once stabilized.