Critical Care In Your Community

Our freestanding ER of Shawnee was created to better serve the northeast Johnson County community with around the clock adult and pediatric emergency care. From sprains and broken bones to middle-of-the-night fevers and allergic reactions, we’re here to help 24/7. At the ER of Shawnee, we understand that your emergency is the most important one

ER of Shawnee is a conveniently located, full-service emergency room with:

  • Fast, convenient care for adults and kids
  • Board-certified physicians with extensive emergency treatment experience
  • On-site imaging and laboratory services
  • Cutting-edge diagnostic radiology, CT Scan, X-ray and ultrasound
  • Smooth, efficient transport for adults and kids to the main emergency department or pediatric ER at Overland Park Regional Medical Center, if necessary

Top Symptoms Requiring ER Visits

  • Head injury or other major trauma
  • Heart attack or stroke
  • Life-threatening conditions
  • Loss of consciousness
  • One-sided weakness or numbness
  • Open fractures
  • Severe bleeding
  • Signs of heart attack/chest pain
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Uncontrolled pain or bleeding

Symptom not listed? View the most searched diseases and conditions.

ER Locations

ER for Children

Overland Park Regional Medical Center offers 24-hour emergency services, the latest technology and a caring staff. Our three pediatric-ready emergency rooms are prepared for your little one's mishaps. In fact, HCA Midwest Health emergency rooms in the Kansas City metro beat the national average for pediatric ER readiness and treat nearly 25,000 kids each year.

Kids ER Locations

ER or Urgent Care?

How do you know when a medical condition is serious enough to go to the emergency room? This helpful guide explains the symptoms and conditions that are urgent enough to visit the ER, an Urgent Care, a Walk-in Clinic, or a Doctor's Office. The guidelines can help you decide which healthcare provider makes the most sense for your medical needs, and your budget.

ER or Urgent Care Helpful Guide

Fastest Average ER Wait Times

HCA Midwest Health hospitals offer the shortest wait times in the Kansas City area. In fact, our average ER wait times are consistently faster than local and national averages. Plus, we treat more emergencies than any other healthcare system in the region.

2016-17 Averages (Median)

Source: Hospital Compare, July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017

4
  Belton Regional Medical Center
4
  Lafayette Regional Health Center
4
  Overland Park Regional Medical Center
5
  Menorah Medical Center
5
  Research Medical Center
6
  Lee’s Summit Medical Center
8
  Centerpoint Medical Center
18 Min
  Kansas City Area Average
20 Min
  National Average

Need Health Advice?

Need help navigating the healthcare system? Good health is important to everyone. And our Healthcare Center is just the tool you need to make better informed decisions about your own care and coverage.

Nurses On-Call: For health information and advice from registered nurses who are available 24/7, call (913) 541-5562.

If you are having a medical emergency, please call 911.


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