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Ochsner St. Patrick Emergency Room
Emergency care is close by in Lake Charles
In the event of an emergency please dial 911, or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
When you're facing a medical emergency, you deserve fast, expert care. At the CHRISTUS Emergency Center in Lake Charles, you're met by experienced physicians and highly trained nurses who act quickly to understand your needs and ease your fears. The Emergency Room in Lake Charles, LA is ready to handle everything from sudden injuries to life-threatening conditions.
- Prepared for emergencies of all kinds
- 24-hour emergency care, every day
- Advanced diagnostic testing and imaging to avoid unnecessary overnight stays
- Access to the CHRISTUS Oschner network for seamless care coordination
- Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center
- Accepts most major insurance plans
Is it an Emergency?
Some symptoms should never wait. Call 911 or go to the nearest ER if you or someone else is experiencing:
- Chest pain or pressure
- Sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe bleeding
- Loss of consciousness
- Serious head or neck injury
- Seizures or confusion
For minor injuries, mild fevers, or non-urgent illnesses, visit one of our nearby urgent care centers for faster services and shorter wait times.
Why Choose CHRISTUS Emergency Center in Lake Charles
Located within CHRISTUS Oschner St. Patrick Hospital, our emergency room provides immediate access to hospital services and specialists. Whether you're treated and released or need further care, your experience is supported by our full medical network and compassionate staff.
- Hospital-based ER with direct access to advanced specialty care
- Expert teams in cardiac and stroke care
- Nurse navigation available to guide next steps after discharge
- State-of-the-art imaging and lab services
- Part of the CHRISTUS Health and Ochsner partnership
Recovery and follow-up care
Your care doesn't end when you leave the ER. In Lake Charles, you have access to a wide range of follow-up options so you never have to start over:
- Primary care clinics
- Cardiology and heart health specialists
- Stroke rehabilitation and therapy services
- Diagnostic and imaging follow-ups
CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital
524 Dr. Michael Drive DeBakey Dr.
Lake Charles, LA
Specialized Emergency Services
As a designated Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center, CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick provides advanced care when seconds matter. Our coordinated team is trained to act fast in stroke and heart emergencies - so you get the right care, right away.
Learn more about the care you can get with CHRISTUS Health.
Fast stroke care, close to home
If a stroke happens, minutes matter: You have access to stroke and neurosurgery experts right here, whether it's in the middle of the night or over the weekend. From tele-neurology to inpatient rehab just steps away, your care continues without missing a beat. And when it's needed, transfers happen fast, so treatment can, too.
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Emergency Care
When you are faced with a medical emergency, CHRISTUS Health's emergency services are here to provide experienced, specialized and effective treatment, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more about CHRISTUS Health Emergency Care.
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