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When a medical emergency occurs, we're here to help.

Mercy's E.D. Team
Mercy emergency physicians and nurses go well beyond being on hand 24 hours a day to treat unexpected illnesses and injuries. Mercy ED doctors are board certified by the American College of Emergency Physicians as emergency medicine specialists. Each ED nurse is trauma certified. Each member of the Emergency Team holds Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certifications.

Trauma Center
The state of Oregon recognized the high quality of emergency care being provided at Mercy by awarding the medical center status as a Level III trauma center. According to the Oregon Health Division's trauma program manager, "Designation as a Level III trauma center indicates that Mercy surgeons and emergency room doctors and nurses provide exceptional care and are very well qualified to stabilize and treat trauma patients."

Expansion
With 31,152 patients in fiscal year 2001-2002, it is fast becoming evident that Mercy is outgrowing its existing Emergency Department. As a result, Mercy is gearing up for an expansion project that will add 90,000 square feet to the hospital. The Emergency Department will virtually double in size, adding 6,400 square feet to its existing area, offering the ability to accommodate 47,000 patients per year.

Related Links of Interest:

Emergency Nurses Association
Emergency Services WWW Site List
Highway Safety Programs
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