Emergency care
Emergency care is the treatment of unexpected, severe medical injuries or infections. It is typically delivered in an emergency room or an ambulance. Our emergency medicine physicians stabilize your condition as quickly as possible to prepare you for the next step of care or discharge.
Emergency room (ER) in Payson, Utah
When an emergency occurs close to home, we're here for you 24/7.
From a broken arm to high fever and anything in between, our ER at Mountain View Hospital - Payson is committed to delivering high quality, accessible care for every person who walks through our doors. Our ER serves Utah County as a recognized treatment center for chest pain, stroke and trauma, which means we're especially equipped to provide the level of care you need during life's most critical moments.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Payson emergency care services
No matter your emergency, we deliver high quality care with your comfort in mind.
Types of emergency care we offer
Our ER is staffed with board-certified physicians, registered nurses and other emergency healthcare staff who work collaboratively to provide coordinated, comprehensive care. Additionally, our ER nurses are certified in several courses from the National Emergency Nurse Association, including Trauma Nurse Corp Course (TNCC) and Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC).
We specialize in many types of emergency care, including:
- Heart attacks — We are equipped to quickly identify and treat heart attack symptoms and other cardiac emergencies. As an accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI by the American College of Cardiology, our cardiology services include interventional procedures and a cardiac catheterization lab.
- Pediatric emergency care — Our ER includes trained clinicians and special equipment to diagnose and treat kids and teens who are experiencing medical emergencies. This allows us to expedite their care and keep your child, and you, as comfortable as possible during these difficult situations.
- Stroke care — If you show signs of stroke, we are committed to providing quick and effective care. We are designated as a Stroke Receiving Facility by the Utah Department of Health and are equipped to handle both hemorrhagic and ischemic strokes using proven techniques and technology.
- Trauma care — We are prepared to help those with moderate injuries and critical emergencies. As a Level IV Trauma Center designated by the Utah Department of Health, we offer specialized treatment, resources and equipment to stabilize and prevent serious complications from your injuries. Our program also serves as an educational and clinical resource for local and regional trauma service providers, including physicians, nurses, paramedics and other clinical personnel.