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Emergency Care
Expert emergency care when every second counts
24/7 Emergency Care in Exeter, NH
At Exeter Hospital, our Emergency Department (ED) is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to care for patients of all ages. We partner with local emergency medical services (EMS) to ensure seamless care when patients arrive by ambulance. In some cases, EMS teams can even send electrocardiogram (EKG) results ahead, so our staff is prepared the moment you arrive.
No matter the emergency, our team is ready with advanced technology, emergency specialists, and compassionate care for every patient. As a designated Level III Trauma Center, Exeter Hospital also provides critical care for patients with serious or complex injuries.
Why Choose Exeter Hospital for Emergency Care
From trauma and stroke to pediatric and mental health emergencies, Exeter Hospital offers expert, compassionate care backed by advanced technology and strong community partnerships.
Level III Trauma & Critical Care
Exeter Hospital is a designated Level III Trauma Center, fully equipped to care for patients with serious or complex injuries. Our team can quickly mobilize specialists in surgery, anesthesia, intensive care, and rehabilitation to deliver lifesaving treatment. This designation reflects our hospital-wide readiness — beginning with EMS providers in the field and continuing through every stage of care.
Nationally Recognized Stroke Care
Exeter Hospital is certified as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by DNV Healthcare, a national accrediting organization. This recognition means our Stroke Team can quickly deliver the right treatment to save lives and limit long-term effects of stroke. Our staff is specially trained to respond rapidly so patients get the care they need without delay.
Our Emergency Care Team
Exeter Hospital’s Emergency Department is led by board-certified emergency medicine physicians from US Acute Care Solutions (USACS), working with physician assistants, nurses, and support staff. Many of our nurses hold Emergency Nurse Certification (CEN), and we also have Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) available. Mental health counselors from Seacoast Mental Health are on site 24/7, and our collaboration with MassGeneral for Children at Exeter Hospital ensures pediatric patients receive specialized care.
Act Fast, Call 911
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if you have a life-threatening illness or injury.
Help Save Lives Through Organ Donation
Exeter Hospital proudly supports organ and tissue donation through the Donate Life program. Every donor has the power to save and improve lives in our community and beyond.
Awards & Accreditations
Exeter Hospital’s Emergency Department is nationally recognized for excellence, including certification as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital.
