The Emergency Department at Bridgeport Hospital provides the highest level of emergency medical care available in the area. A state-designated regional Trauma Center, Connecticut’s only Burn Center and its own helipad are available for the rapid transport of traumatically injured patients.
When to seek Emergency Care
- Chest pain
- Trouble breathing
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Head injuries
- Serious cuts
- Broken bones
- Severe allergic reactions
- Speech difficulty
- Rapid change in vision
- Sudden onset of a serious headache
- Weakness or numbness in arms, legs or face
- Sexual assault
If you need to see a doctor for a non-medical emergency, try telehealth services, which uses video and electronic records to provide care.
Some conditions can be treated at one of our Urgent Care locations. Learn more about our Urgent Care.
Bridgeport Hospital's special Emergency Department services include:
