In 1989, HCMC was the first hospital in Minnesota verified by the American College of Surgeons as a Level I Trauma Center. The Emergency Department is the busiest in the

state with more than 90,000 visits annually. Board certified Emergency Medicine physicians provide 24-hour coverage and outstate emergency consultation. Nurses receive and participate in teaching specialized training (ACLS, TNCC, APLS) in handling trauma and medical emergencies.

Mission Statement
The goal of the Emergency Department is to deliver high quality critical, emergent and urgent care while maintaining a safe, respectful and non-discriminatory environment. We accomplish this mission by providing 24-hour per day professional services utilizing Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physicians, Emergency Medicine Residents, and Registered Nurses certified in ACLS and TNCC. The Emergency Department staff works together to give optimal patient care; to share health and safety skills and knowledge with the community; to train students in various health care professions; and to advance emergency care through medical and nursing research.

For Additional Information Contact:

Emergency Department
Hennepin County Medical Center
701 Park Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55415-1829
phone: (612) 873-3131
Aeromedical transportation or emergency consults, call 1-800-424-4262