Emergency Services

In an emergency, call 911.

Stabilize. Treat. Heal.
A trip to the emergency department is not something you plan for, but it’s something you want to be there when you need it. As a parent or caregiver, you want your child’s situation managed quickly and accurately, and want the experience to be as stress-free as possible.

For you, the best emergency department experience doesn’t make you wait, or fill out too many forms. It connects you quickly to caring providers who explain procedures and acknowledge your role as the expert in your child’s life and welfare.

Discover Our Difference

What makes us your best choice?
At University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital, emergency and trauma physicians and providers are experts in pediatric emergency medicine so they understand the unique needs of children in an emergency setting. We’re trained and prepared to help your child in any emergency. Also, our emergency physicians are important members of the Trauma Services team. That means they’re experienced and committed to evaluate, stabilize and treat children with any type of trauma injury or emergency medical need.

Offering you 50+ specialties right here
The emergency department is located in our state-of-the-art facility. It includes two trauma/resuscitation rooms and is located right next to important services your child may need like Radiology. University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital offers more than 50 pediatric specialties—more than any other hospital in the state—if your child needs specialized care.

We’re ready for you
Any time your child needs emergency care, we're here for you. The emergency entrance is on the west side of the hospital. For a map, visit the driving directions page.