UF Health Shands Emergency Room / Trauma Center
Address
Gainesville, Florida 32608
Hours of Operation
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The UF Health Shands E.R. is co-located with the UF Health Shands Trauma Center, the area’s only Level I facility, that sees both adult and pediatric trauma patients.
Emergency care is something that you never think about until you need it. Last year, was estimated that 100 million Americans visited the emergency room.
The UF Health Shands E.R. offers comprehensive emergency services for adults, including state-of-the art imaging capabilities. The E.R. is also home to the UF Health Shands Comprehensive Stroke Center that is nationally certified by The Joint Commission as a center offering the highest level of care for stroke patients.
It is important to recognize the signs of when to go to the emergency room. Signs of a medical emergency can include, but are not limited to:
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Chest of upper abdominal pain/pressure
- Fainting
- Sudden dizziness, weakness or change vision
- Sudden, severe pain
- Bleeding that won't stop
- Severe or persistent vomiting blood
- Coughing up or vomiting blood
- Suicidal or homicidal feelings
In the event of an emergency
If you have an emergency, please call 911, consult your doctor or go directly to the emergency room. The emergency rooms at UF Health Shands Hospital offer treatment from board-certified emergency physicians.
Meeting your health care needs
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Medical Imaging Services
UF Health offers day-of, on-site imaging services in a qualified medical center.
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Med to Bed
Meds to beds is a bedside free service designed with your convenience in mind. Our meds to beds program allows a pharmacist to deliver your medications to you prior to your discharge from the hospital.
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MyRx
MyRx helps people understand how their genes affect drug response.
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Outpatient Lab Services
Full-service, on-site lab services and testing for your convenience.
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Pharmacies
Accepts most prescription plans; competitive prices; on-site.
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UF Health Midwifery Group
Exceptional, individualized, compassionate and evidence-based midwifery care.
Address, directions and parking
Address
Gainesville, Florida 32608
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Free Parking
UF Health offers free parking to patients as well as their families and guests.
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On Bus Route
Fares are $0.75-$1.50. Exact change is required. Some passengers are eligible to ride for free.
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On shuttle route
Free shuttles are available and are equipped for people with disabilities.
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Valet Parking
Vouchers are available at checkout and must be presented to the parking attendant.
Hours of operation
The Trauma Emergency Room is open 24 hours a day.
Conditions and treatments
Specialties
Medical records
To obtain a copy of your medical records, please log into MyUFHealth or call (352) 594-0909.
Costs, billing, and insurance
Pay your bill online by logging into MyUFHealth. If you'd like to pay by phone, please call (352) 265-7906 or our toll-free number (888) 766-8154. You can also make checks or money orders payable to UF Health PO Box 16051 Lewiston, ME 04243-9534.
If you have questions or wish to pay in person, please consult our billing section.
Shands hospitals and UF Physician practices accept insurance from numerous providers, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, CIGNA, Humana, Capital Health, United Healthcare, Medicaid, and state and government services. For a full list of accepted plans visit our Insurance / Billing page.
Insurance acceptance varies between physicians and locations and is subject to change. To confirm that a specific physician will accept your insurance, please contact the practice using the telephone numbers listed at the top of the page. A representative will be happy to assist you.
For your convenience and peace of mind
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Accessibility
Aids and services are available to help people with disabilities communicate effectively.
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ATM and Banking
Many of UF Health's properties have various branch ATMs and/or branch offices.
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Baby-Changing Station
Baby-changing stations are available in many of UF Health's restrooms.
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Caremail (Email Service)
Friends and family can send messages to any UF Health patient through the CareMail service.
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Coffee
Options include Opus Coffee and Starbucks in the hospital atriums.
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Free Wifi
Patients and guests get free wireless internet access at UF Health hospitals.
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Gardens and Outdoor Spaces
The Garden of Hope, Sun Terrace, and other spaces help patients and families relax.
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Gender-Neutral Restroom
Gender-neutral, public restrooms are located throughout UF Health's properties.
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Gift Shops
The Gift Stops offer a wide variety of gifts and products for patients and families.
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Interpreters / Hearing Impaired
UF Health provides free language services to people whose primary language is not English.
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Medical Records
You can download a form or call (352) 594-0909 to have medical records mailed or faxed.
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Notary Public
Notary services are available to patients and visitors Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Smoke-Free
Smoking, chewing tobacco, or using electronic cigarettes is prohibited on UF Health properties.
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Social Services
Social workers are part of the patient's care team and work with medical staff and nurses.
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Virtual Care
In some cases, UF Health offers telehealth care via a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet.
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Virtual Visitation
In some cases, UF Health offers telehealth visits via a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet.