Specialized Emergency Care for Pregnancy, Children, and Seniors
February 18, 2026
Understanding when to go to a specialized Emergency Room to get the right care at the right time for pregnancy care, children, or seniors can help avoid unnecessary stress.
OB/GYN Emergency Care for Pregnant and Postpartum Patients
Pregnancy-related emergencies can be scary and require immediate attention from doctors specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. Specialized care makes all the difference.
These Emergency Rooms are staffed with teams trained to care for:
- Heavy bleeding
- Postpartum complications
- Severe abdominal pain
- Labor concerns
- Pregnancy complications
- High blood pressure or preeclampsia
Patients have access to:
- Obstetric specialists
- Immediate transfer to Labor & Delivery if needed
- Advanced imaging
- Fetal monitoring
OB/GYN Emergency Care Locations
Pediatric Emergency Care at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
Children aren’t just small adults — they need care designed just for them. Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital offers three pediatric Emergency Rooms designed for infants, children, and teens, with:
- Family-centered spaces
- Child-friendly equipment
- Nurses trained in pediatric care
- Pediatric emergency medicine specialists
- Child Life specialists
From fevers and broken bones to asthma attacks and serious injuries, families can trust that expert pediatric care is always close by.
Pediatric Emergency Room Locations
Specialized Care for Our Senior Community
As we age, our medical needs change — especially in an emergency. That’s why Memorial Hospital Pembroke is home to a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Room, accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).
Why a Geriatric Emergency Room Matters
- Higher risk of falls
- Chronic conditions
- Medication interactions
- Memory or cognitive concerns
- Sensitivity to certain treatments
A geriatric-focused Emergency Room is designed to meet these needs with:
- Specially trained physicians and nurses
- Senior-friendly rooms
- Fall prevention measures
- Extra support for mobility and comfort
- Care plans that consider medications, chronic conditions, and home safety
Compassionate, Age-Friendly Emergency Care
The goal is simple: provide safe, respectful, and effective care that supports seniors and their families. Whether it’s a fall, infection, or sudden illness, older adults receive the attention and expertise they deserve.
