Emergency and Trauma Care at Unity Hospital

In a true emergency, there is no time to wait. Unity Hospital's Emergency and Trauma department is built for exactly this — a 24-hour, always-ready facility equipped to receive, assess, and treat patients facing sudden, serious, or life-threatening medical situations, any hour of the day or night.

Our Commitment to Immediate Care

Emergencies don't wait for convenient timing, which is why Unity Hospital's Emergency Department remains fully staffed and operational around the clock, every single day of the year. From the moment a patient arrives, our team is trained to assess severity quickly and begin treatment without delay, because in emergency medicine, minutes genuinely matter.

Conditions We Treat in Emergency & Trauma

Our Emergency and Trauma team is equipped to manage a wide range of urgent conditions, including:

• Road traffic accidents and other trauma injuries
• Fractures, dislocations, and severe soft tissue injuries
• Chest pain and suspected heart attacks
• Difficulty breathing and respiratory emergencies
• Severe allergic reactions
• Stroke and sudden neurological symptoms
• Severe bleeding and wounds requiring urgent care
• High fever, severe infections, and suspected sepsis
• Poisoning and drug-related emergencies
• Burns requiring immediate treatment
• Obstetric emergencies during pregnancy or labor
• Pediatric emergencies of all kinds

How Our Emergency Department Works

1. Immediate Triage – Every patient is assessed the moment they arrive, so the most critical cases are treated first, regardless of order of arrival.
2. Rapid Assessment – Our emergency team conducts a fast, focused evaluation to identify the nature and severity of the problem.
3. On-the-Spot Diagnostics – Access to on-site laboratory testing, X-ray, and ultrasound allows our team to confirm diagnoses quickly without unnecessary delay.
4. Immediate Treatment – Life-saving interventions, from airway management to wound care to medication, begin as soon as they are needed, not after a long wait.
5. Escalation When Needed – Patients requiring a higher level of care are moved swiftly into our ICU, Surgery department, or relevant specialty ward, with no gap in the continuity of their treatment.
6. Stabilization & Disposition – Once stable, patients are either admitted for further inpatient care, referred for surgery, or safely discharged with clear follow-up instructions.

Trauma Care Capabilities

Trauma cases — from accidents to falls to serious injuries — require a coordinated, rapid response. Unity Hospital's trauma care brings together our Emergency team, Orthopedic specialists for fracture and injury management, general surgeons for internal injuries, and our ICU for critically unstable patients, all working together under one roof so that a trauma patient isn't shuffled between separate facilities during the most critical hours after an injury.

Backed by the Full Hospital

What makes emergency care genuinely effective isn't just the emergency room itself — it's everything standing behind it. At Unity Hospital, our Emergency and Trauma department works in direct, immediate coordination with our ICU, Surgery, Orthopedic, Obstetrics, and Paediatrics departments, meaning a patient who needs to move quickly from emergency stabilization into surgery, intensive care, or specialist treatment can do so without delay or transfer to another facility.

Supporting Patients and Families in Crisis Moments

Emergencies are frightening — not just for patients, but for the families who bring them in. Our team is trained to communicate clearly and compassionately even in high-pressure moments, keeping families informed about what is happening and what to expect next, because clear communication matters just as much as clinical treatment during a crisis.

Why Choose Unity Hospital for Emergency & Trauma Care

• 24-hour emergency care, every day of the year, with no exceptions
• Rapid triage ensuring the most critical patients are treated first
• On-site diagnostics for immediate, on-the-spot decision-making
• Direct, seamless connection to ICU, Surgery, Orthopedic, and Obstetric services
• Experienced emergency physicians and trauma-trained nursing staff
• Clear, compassionate communication with patients and families during crisis moments

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Unity Hospital's Emergency Department open 24 hours?
Yes, our Emergency and Trauma department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ready to receive patients at any time.

What should I do if I'm bringing in someone with a serious injury?
Come directly to the Emergency Department — our team will begin triage and assessment immediately upon arrival, prioritizing based on severity of condition.

Will I be treated immediately when I arrive at the ER?
The severity of the condition determines triage, so the most critical cases are treated first. Less urgent cases may need to wait briefly while our team manages more life-threatening situations.

What happens if my condition requires surgery or ICU care after the ER?
Unity Hospital's Emergency Department works in direct coordination with our Surgery and ICU teams, allowing for immediate escalation and transfer without the delay of moving to a different facility.

At Unity Hospital, our Emergency and Trauma department stands ready around the clock, combining speed, skill, and compassion for the moments when every second counts.