Emergency Department, Froedtert Hospital
8810 William Coffey Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Froedtert Hospital Emergency Department

Follow directions and signs for Froedtert Hospital.

The Froedtert Hospital Emergency Department entrance for adults and patients with pregnancy-related emergencies is near our Specialty Clinics building. Please follow the "ADULT EMERGENCY" signs and use Doyne Avenue to reach the adult emergency entrance.

Use the free valet service (available 24/7) for fast and easy parking. There is also reserved parking for Emergency Department patients and visitors in Specialty Clinics Parking (formerly Parking 3).

 CONSTRUCTION ALERT
We are currently undergoing construction on 92nd Street resulting in lane closures and potential backups. Please allow extra time to reach your appointments. We will do our best to accommodate late appointment arrivals. For the best experience, we recommend accessing campus via 87th Street. Thank you for your patience.

Hours of Operation

Emergency Department

Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We do not offer walk-in tests for COVID-19. Learn about your options for getting tested.

  • Based on the most current recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, our emergency departments screen emergency patients ages 18 to 64 for HIV if they are having blood work done. You can decide if you do not want to be tested for HIV. You will receive care and treatment no matter what you choose.

    Test results may be available while you are in the Emergency Department. If you leave before your test results are available, they will be available in the Froedtert & MCW app and MyChart. You may be contacted by a member of your care team if you need follow-up testing or care.

    Our HIV Care and Prevention Program is here to help answer questions about your HIV test after you leave the Emergency Department. You can reach them at 414-805-6444.

    Learn more about HIV screening, treatment and prevention.

Emergency Department Highlights

When time is of the essence, we offer special care and comfort for you and your family during a stressful time when you need emergent care for common emergency conditions like chest pain, shortness of breath, or sudden confusion or disorientation. From the Emergency Medical Services providers who bring you in, to our staff, the entire pathway of care is integrated and patient-centered — designed to optimize your health outcome. Because Froedtert Hospital is home to eastern Wisconsin's only adult Level I Trauma Center, our Emergency Department physicians and clinicians work closely with our trauma team, providing highly specialized care to the severely injured.

  • Heart attack. Those suffering from an acute heart attack benefit from our 24-hour cardiac catheterization lab and interventional radiology suites, ready anytime angioplasty is needed to open a blocked artery.
  • Stroke. As the first certified Primary Stroke Center in Wisconsin, the Froedtert Acute Stroke Team (FAST) is available around the clock to provide immediate care if you suspect you have had a stroke.
  • Sexual assault treatment. When sexual assault happens, it’s important to get compassionate, expert care right away. Our sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) is available 24 hours a day. These registered nurses have advanced training in medical-forensic examination and in the psychological and emotional trauma patients experience — creating a safe haven for sexual assault victims, regardless of age, gender or ability to pay.
  • Dedicated care teams and resources. To provide the highest efficiency in patient care and enhance your care experience, patient treatment rooms are grouped within quiet patient care areas with dedicated care teams and resources. An additional area allows patients waiting for results to sit in a comfortable environment.
  • Waiting area. We offer a comfortable place for waiting family members.

After Your Emergency Visit

Need follow-up care after an Emergency Department visit? We help our patients find primary care physicians and specialists. We offer many options for primary and specialty care at our health centers and clinics throughout southeastern Wisconsin, including nearby in Wauwatosa and in West Allis.

Trauma Center Annual Report

Responding to an Emergency

Recognize stroke symptoms and act F.A.S.T

  • Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
  • Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
  • Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Are the words slurred? Can he/she repeat the sentence correctly?
  • Time: If the person shows any of these symptoms, time is important. Call 911 quickly.

Know the symptoms of a heart attack

  • Feeling very weak 
  • Sudden dizziness 
  • Pounding heart 
  • Shortness of breath 
  • Heavy sweating 
  • Nausea or vomiting

More Information

MyChart

If you are a current patient with MyChart, schedule your request for a physical, follow-up or office visit through MyChart. You can also get lab results, manage prescriptions and message your provider.

Insurance

Please bring current insurance information to your appointment or prescription pick-up. If you are being referred, please check with your doctor to see if you need to bring a referral form as well.