Emergency Medicine

The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Emergency Medicine offers full-service, state-of-the-art emergency care around the clock. Our doctors and nurses are equipped to handle any medical emergency.

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Safe Care

Our dedicated physicians, providers, nurses and staff are committed to providing the best possible emergency care—safely and effectively. We have taken unprecedented steps to ensure that visits to the Mass General Emergency Department are welcoming and safe. Your health is our top priority.

Your Care Team

Learn about the people who will care for you during your Emergency Department stay.

Your Visit

A review of the Emergency Department care process, from check-in to check-out.

Services and Resources

Learn more about the services and resources available to patients and families.

For Your Comfort

Ways to make your Emergency Department stay more comfortable.

Preparing to Leave

Things to remember when leaving the Mass General Emergency Department.

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Special Note

Many of the hospital emergency departments in the Boston area—and across the country—have experienced higher than normal patient volume. At Mass General we are experiencing this at record-breaking levels. We apologize for longer than expected wait times, but promise to deliver outstanding patient-centered care. Our doctors, nurses, advanced practice providers and administrative staff are all dedicated to serving your emergency care needs.

Patient Resources

Resources for patients visiting our Emergency Department, including frequently asked questions and estimated wait times for different procedures.

Education & Training

Find information on residency, fellowship and continuing medical education opportunities available through the Department of Emergency Medicine.

Divisions, Centers, and Programs

Learn more about the various specialized teams working within the Department of Emergency Medicine.

Research

Explore current research projects in the Department of Emergency Medicine or search our open clinical trials and medical research studies.

Recent Publications

View recent publications from the Division of Research in Emergency Medicine.

Mass General Brigham Urgent Care

Visit Mass General Brigham Urgent Care the next time you are ill. There are over 10 locations in Massachusetts to choose from.

Patient Gateway

Secure online access to your health information whenever you need it. Check appointments, communicate with your provider and pay bills online 24/7.

A Top Hospital in America

Mass General is recognized as a top hospital on the U.S. News Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2024-2025.

Be Part of Our Work

When you support the Department of Emergency Medicine, you are making a significant impact to advancing patient care, research and education at the hospital.

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