Emergency Services
If you’re having a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
302 University Parkway
Aiken, SC 29801
Phone: 803-641-5100
The Emergency Department (ED) is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week by emergency medicine-trained physicians, nurses and staff. Our goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate treatment in a timely manner. Our hospital is on the cutting edge of technology and equipment to ensure we can provide the most advanced care for our patients.
Aiken Regional is a certified Primary Heart Attack Center and a certified Primary Stroke Center.
What to Expect When Arriving for Care
Sudden illness or injury can occur without warning, and while no one typically plans a trip to the ER, everyone should know what to expect after they arrive.
Learn more about our care process →
ER at Sweetwater
Our freestanding emergency room is located at 160 Austin Graybill Road, North Augusta, SC 29860.
Heart Attack Care
Our Emergency Department physicians are board-certified in emergency medicine and follow national guidelines to provide heart attack and stroke patients with the right treatments, right away.
Aiken Regional is also certified as a Primary Heart Attack Center (PHAC) by the Joint Commission and American Heart Association® (AHA). The certification recognizes the hospital’s dedication to providing superior cardiac care to the Aiken community.
Learn the warning signs of a heart attack →
Stroke Care
Aiken Regional is a certified Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission. This means it has been recognized for meeting standards that foster better outcomes for stroke care.
Learn more about stroke care →
Fast Facts about Aiken's Emergency Department
- 35 beds
- Care for more than 42,000 patients annually
- Newly renovated and updated treatment area adjacent to triage
- Bedside registration
- Nursing staff present to immediately assess patient's condition upon arrival
- Highly trained and experienced professional staff
- Direct access to radiology (Radiology suite in the ED)
- Direct access to pharmacy (24/7 pharmacy coverage)
- 24/7 Hospitalist coverage for ED inpatient admissions
- Specialty consults available as needed
If you are having an emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately!
For other concerns or questions, call the Emergency Department at 803-641-5100.