December 4, 2023 – HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, a 447-bed facility, and part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the largest healthcare system in the state, is pleased to announce the opening of a new freestanding ER as part of HCA Florida Healthcare’s continued expansion across the state. The new freestanding ER offers 24/7/365 emergency care for adults and children.
This new, state-of-the-art ER will be staffed with board-certified emergency medicine physicians and nurses, 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, just like an emergency room that is housed within the walls of a hospital. Physicians and colleagues will treat a range of general and specific conditions including infections, chest pain and injuries.
“HCA Florida Kendall Hospital is known for providing the highest level of emergency care in Miami. We are excited to bring that clinical expertise to adults and children in Cutler Bay and the surrounding communities.” – said Ben Harris, Chief Executive Officer.
HCA Florida Cutler Bay Emergency will enable HCA Florida Healthcare to offer patient-centered, high-quality care to more Floridians and expand access to HCA Florida Healthcare’s advanced treatments, innovative technologies and experienced care teams. Designed to meet the community’s growing health care needs, HCA Florida Cutler Bay Emergency will feature:
- 11 private treatment rooms
- CT capabilities
- Digital ultrasound
- Digital diagnostic & portable X-rays
- On-site laboratory
About HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
As a 24/7 acute care facility, Kendall Hospital is one of only two adult Level 1 Trauma Centers in Miami-Dade County verified by the American College of Surgeons. Kendall Hospital boasts a network of over 750 physicians’ specialties. Kendall Hospital is ranked by Healthgrades in the Top 100 Best Hospitals in America for Critical Care, Prostate Surgery, Gastroenterology, Orthopedic Surgery and Stroke Care.
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital is a part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the leading provider of healthcare in the state of Florida. With an employee base of 77,000, HCA Florida Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 49 hospital campuses and more than 450 other care sites.
