Duke Regional Hospital: Emergency Room
Our team of registered nurses, board-certified emergency medicine doctors, emergency medicine nurse practitioners, physician assistants and technicians are trained to provide all aspects of emergency care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Clinic Hours
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
3643 N. Roxboro St
Durham, NC 27704-2702
Clinic Hours
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Services
We provide care for injuries including falls, motor vehicle accidents and gunshot wounds. Patients who need complex specialty care may be assessed and stabilized by the emergency department medical staff, then transported to Duke University Hospital when needed through Duke LifeFlight and other emergency transport services. We also accept transfers from other facilities for care related to stroke and cardiac arrest.
Emergency Room Wait Times
Wait times are a concern in any emergency department. How quickly one is seen is dependent on many factors. During peak emergency times, an emergency department provider is stationed at the emergency room registration area to perform a medical screening exam and initiate care upon patients’ arrival.
Read more: 9 facts about emergency careAdditional Emergency Department Areas
- The clinical evaluation/observation unit is for people who need medical observation but do not require inpatient admission.
- The fast track/SPEED area treats people with minor illnesses or injuries.
Heart and Stroke Care
- As a Primary Stroke Center, we are trained in the latest procedures and technology, and offer specialized stroke care from the second you arrive in the emergency room.
- Our efforts to improve cardiac care include an emergency response protocol for heart attack that ensures patients receive life-saving treatment as quickly as possible.
Urgent Care
If you need medical attention that is not life-threatening, please visit one of our conveniently located urgent care clinics or you can reserve your spot online.
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About Us
Our staff provides immediate care to more than 64,000 sick or injured people from Durham, Wake, Orange, Granville and Person counties, and surrounding areas each year.
People of all ages come to our community hospital’s emergency room for serious medical concerns that need immediate medical attention.
Preparing For Your Visit
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Accessibility Services
We provide equal access for all people and offer a range of free accessibility services to patients and visitors who need them.
Interpreter Services
Free interpreter services can be provided for patients who prefer to communicate in a language other than English.
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Public Transportation
Plan your trip to Duke Regional Hospital: Emergency Room through GoDurham bus routes 4, 9, and 9A. The closest bus stops are Duke Regional Hospital, Roxboro Rd at Crutchfield St (Duke Regional Hospital), and Olympic Ave at Roxboro Rd. If you have trouble accessing these routes, visit GoDurham Access to check if you meet the ADA eligibility for Durham County’s accessible transit program.