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Emergency Medicine

The Emergency Department at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, is fully prepared to handle medical emergencies and trauma situations with a dedicated team of expert emergency doctors available round-the-clock. Our facility includes an ambulance service specifically for transporting patients facing life-threatening injuries or emergencies.

Our team comprises ER physicians, medical and surgical specialists, critical care experts, emergency nurses, and paramedics who are highly skilled in managing trauma cases. With state-of-the-art technology, they can diagnose and treat a wide range of emergencies, such as road traffic accidents, head injuries, seizures, anaphylactic shock, and more. We operate 24/7, ensuring prompt and efficient emergency services.

Highlights

At Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, we ensure continuous monitoring and assessment by tracking key metrics, ensuring a seamless and efficient care process at all times. Some of the essential metrics include:

Door to triage in less than 5 minutes
Door to cath lab time within 30 minutes for heart attack cases
<3 minutes response time during emergencies
5 minutes door to physician time
5 minutes door to ECG in acute coronary syndrome
25 minutes door to CT in acute strokes
30 minutes door to needle in STEMI
60 minutes door to balloon in primary PCI

Diseases and Conditions

If you or someone nearby experiences any of the following issues, please contact the Emergency Department immediately (Toll free number call 1066).

Chest pain
Stroke symptoms
Head injury
Road traffic accident
Cardiac arrest
Fractures
Anaphylactic shock
Injury to neck or spine
Electric shock or lightning strike
Severe burn
Passing out
Pain in the arm or jaw
Suddenly not able to speak, see, walk, or move
Sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the body
Dizziness or weakness that does not go away
Inhaled smoke or poisonous fumes
Sudden confusion
Heavy bleeding
Deep wound
Serious burn
Coughing or throwing up blood
Severe pain anywhere on the body
Severe allergic reaction with trouble breathing, swelling, hives
Snake bite
High fever with headache and stiff neck
High fever that does not get better with medicine
Throwing up or loose stools that does not stop
Poisoning or overdose of drug or alcohol
Suicidal thoughts
Seizures

Treatments and Procedures

Our Emergency Department is fully equipped to handle a variety of medical and traumatic emergencies. Our skilled team of physicians, nurses, paramedics, and support staff provides immediate, advanced care for conditions such as:

Cardiac Emergencies: Chest pain, heart attack, arrhythmias
Stroke: Assessment, clot-busting medications, and potential thrombectomy procedures
Respiratory Emergencies: Asthma attacks, COPD exacerbations, respiratory failure
Neurological Emergencies: Seizures, meningitis, encephalitis
Gastrointestinal Emergencies: Severe abdominal pain, bleeding, bowel obstruction
Allergic Reactions: Anaphylaxis
Environmental Emergencies: Heatstroke, hypothermia, poisoning
Behavioral Health Emergencies: Suicidal ideation, acute psychosis (evaluation and stabilisation)

FAQ's

You should go to the Emergency Department for serious or life-threatening conditions. If you or someone nearby experiences severe symptoms such as intense chest pain, significant injuries, or trouble breathing, seek immediate medical attention. Call 1066 for prompt evaluation and care.

Wait times in the Emergency Department depend on the urgency of the condition. Critical cases receive immediate attention. At Apollo Hospitals in Secunderabad, we aim to minimise wait times for all patients. Our team works efficiently to prioritise and address cases, ensuring prompt care. On average, 99% of patients are seen by emergency doctors within 15 minutes of arrival.

The Emergency Department features a multidisciplinary team, including emergency physicians, skilled nurses, paramedics, and support staff. In addition, specialised doctors and fast-track teams are available around the clock to provide comprehensive support.

The duration of your treatment depends on the nature and severity of your emergency, illness, or injury. Treatment, administered by nurses and physicians, may include IVs, medications, bandages, or splints. The presence of other critically ill patients in the department may also affect treatment time.

At Apollo Hospitals in Secunderabad, we prioritise patient safety and confidentiality. However, we also understand the need for support. In some cases, a family member or friend may be permitted to enter the treatment area. Our Emergency Department staff will provide guidance based on the specific circumstances of your visit.