Emergency Department

The Emergency Department at Franklin Foundation Hospital is a specialized department designed for patients with acute illness or injuries. We understand that visiting an ER may not be a pleasant experience. We believe that we can make your experience a better one by explaining how the ER operates and what you can expect to happen while you are there.

Triage

When you first come to the ER you will receive a "triage" assessment. The purpose of this assessment is to make an initial determination about the nature and the severity of your illness. This will also determine the order in which you will be seen.
Please note that the order in which you are triaged may not be the order that you are seen.

Medical Screening Exam

As part of your care, you have the right to have, within our capabilities at Franklin Foundation Hospital, an appropriate medical screening and exam by a qualified medical person. If your exam determines that you are suffering from a medical emergency you will receive medical treatment from the Franklin Foundation Hospital staff. If Franklin Foundation Hospital lacks the ability to stabilize the condition, we will arrange to have you transferred to another facility.

Why are you waiting?

Our goal is to see every patient as soon as possible. However, patients that need intensive care or are critically ill or injured will be treated first.

Please contact our Emergency Department at 337-355-1213 for additional information.