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Expert emergency care – right here in Schuylkill County

When you search for an “emergency room near me” in Pottsville, Schuylkill Haven, Orwigsburg, or anywhere in Schuylkill County, you’ll find trusted care at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street. Our emergency department is open 24/7 – providing fast, compassionate care for patients of all ages.

We proudly serve the communities of Pottsville, Port Carbon, Cressona and surrounding areas with:

-Rapid triage and shorter wait times

-Board-certified emergency physicians and trauma-trained staff

-Full-service hospital with access to specialty care

-Advanced imaging and diagnostic services

-Accredited Level IV Trauma Center

-Primary Stroke Center designation

-Chest Pain Center accreditation

Whether you're experiencing chest pain, stroke symptoms, or a serious injury, our team is ready to deliver high-quality care – close to home.

Stroke care at LVH–Schuylkill Emergency Room

If you or a loved one is experiencing signs of a stroke, every second counts. At LVH–Schuylkill, our emergency team is trained to respond rapidly with advanced stroke protocols that begin the moment you arrive – or even before, if you're brought in by EMS.

You should always remember BE FAST. This acronym helps you recognize the signs of a stroke and act quickly:

-Balance — Sudden loss of balance

-Eyes — Blurred vision in one or both eyes

-Face — Face drooping or looks uneven

-Arms — One arm becomes weak or numb

-Speech — Slurred speech or seems confused

-Time — If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, call 911 immediately

LVH–Schuylkill is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center – the preferred destination for local EMS when stroke is suspected.

Heart attack care at LVH–Schuylkill

If you’re experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, or discomfort in your arms, neck, jaw or back — call 911 immediately. Our MI Alert for Heart Attacks program enables paramedics to begin treatment in the field and alert our emergency team before you arrive.

LVH–Schuylkill is recognized by the American College of Cardiology for excellence in chest pain care. If needed, patients can be transferred to another Lehigh Valley Health Network hospital for advanced cardiac procedures.

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