New freestanding ER offers 24/7/365 emergency care for adults and children
MIAMI, Fla., September 18, 2024–HCA Florida Kendall Hospital announces the opening of a new freestanding emergency room as part of HCA Florida Healthcare’s continued expansion across the state. Coming soon, HCA Florida South Dade Emergency, an approximately 10,000-square-foot facility located at 14190 S.W. 288 Street in Homestead, will provide a full range of medical services for children and adults. The groundbreaking is imminent, with operations expected to commence in the fourth quarter of 2025.
This new, state-of-the-art E.R. will be staffed with board-certified emergency medicine physicians and nurses 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, just like an emergency room 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.
“We are excited to announce our newest freestanding emergency room,” said Ben Harris, chief executive officer at HCA Florida Kendall Hospital. “We will offer the same level of expert, compassionate care that Kendall is known for. As one of only two level I trauma centers in Miami-Dade County, we are accustomed to treating both adult & pediatric patients with the most complex medical needs, and we consistently achieve some of the best outcomes in the state. Every minute counts in an emergency, and this new facility will allow us to respond more quickly to the local community’s needs.”
HCA Florida South Dade Emergency will enable HCA Florida Healthcare to offer patient-centered 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 healthcare needs, HCA Florida South Dade Emergency will feature:
- 11 private treatment rooms
- CT capabilities
- Digital ultrasound
- Digital diagnostic & portable X-rays
- On-site laboratory
- Telemedicine technology with a specific focus on stroke care and behavioral health
Care Like Family, 24/7/365
Patients visiting HCA Florida South Dade Emergency can expect the same level of care as a hospital-based emergency department. Should the patient require in-patient treatment, HCA Florida South Dade Emergency is part of a leading healthcare network across the state, including hospitals, physician practices and specialty care across the state to create a connected and collaborative healthcare experience for patients and their families.
“We are proud to continue investing in the health and well-being of our community and look forward to welcoming our first patients to this state-of-the-art ER soon,” Harris said.
For more information, visit hcafloridahealthcare.com.
About HCA Florida Healthcare
HCA Florida Healthcare, a part of HCA Healthcare, is a family of more than 570 affiliated sites of care, including hospitals, physician practices and freestanding emergency rooms. United as a statewide network in 2021, HCA Florida Healthcare includes approximately 11,000 experienced doctors and 77,000 colleagues working together to deliver advanced, collaborative care to more than 6.4 million patients each year. HCA Florida Healthcare is committed to improving more lives in more ways and giving back to the communities it serves. The network provided nearly $836.6 million in uncompensated care and invested significantly in innovative technologies and facilities across Florida, including the new $360 million state-of-the-art, multi-specialty HCA Florida University Hospital in Davie, Fla. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Florida Healthcare is also a major supporter of university-based healthcare programs and residencies and fellowships throughout the Sunshine State. For more information, please visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.
