Emergency Care You Can Count On

Emergencies can't wait, and Baptist Health's ERs are ready. Don't delay your care — we're here when you need us.

When you choose Baptist Health for your next ER visit, you're choosing state-of-the-art medical care from leaders in emergency medicine and trauma care. Our network of ERs gives you access to the best available emergency care just minutes from your neighborhood — and we're experienced and equipped to treat all members of your family.

At Baptist Health Princeton Hospital, our 13,300-square-foot Emergency Department is built for rapid, expert response when it matters most.

Our 29-bed ER offers priority services for heart and stroke care and includes Chest Pain Center Accreditation by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and Primary Stroke Center certification by The Joint Commission. We're also a designated Level III Trauma Center with helipad access. With an average door-to-provider time under 10 minutes, our Birmingham-based team is ready around the clock with the emergency care you need — when you need it most. We're raising the bar even higher. With ongoing renovations to our facilities and life-saving equipment, we're committed to creating a more comfortable, efficient ER experience for Birmingham and our surrounding communities.

If you, or someone you know, are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or dial 911 immediately.

Where Should You Go For Care? Download Our Guide To Find Out.

When should you go to the ER versus visiting an urgent care center or your primary care physician (PCP)? Our handy guide can help you make that decision. Fill in the form to download our free guide, which lists conditions that should be treated by an ER, an urgent care center or your PCP.