Wills Eye Hospital
840 Walnut St · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107Wills Eye Hospital, founded in 1832, is a world-renowned specialty eye hospital located in Philadelphia, PA. Affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, it is consistently ranked among the top ophthalmology hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Wills Eye offers comprehensive eye care across all ophthalmic subspecialties, including a 24/7 emergency department, advanced surgical services, and a robust research institute. It is also a leading center for ophthalmic education, hosting one of the oldest and most prestigious residency and fellowship programs in the country, attracting patients and professionals globally for its expertise and innovative treatments.
Specialties & Programs
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- 24/7 Emergency Care
- Available
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- Pediatric Emergency Care
- Available
- Stroke Center
- Available
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- Cardiac Emergency Capabilities
- Available
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- Burn Center
- Available
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- Air Ambulance / Helipad
- Not Available
24/7 Emergency Department dedicated exclusively to eye emergencies, staffed by ophthalmologists.
About Emergency Department Waits
Emergency departments treat patients according to medical urgency rather than arrival order. Wait times can change rapidly based on patient volume, ambulance arrivals, trauma cases and available treatment space. Patients with life-threatening conditions are prioritized immediately. This note is general information and does not describe Wills Eye Hospital's current wait.

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