University of Washington Medical Center
1959 NE Pacific St Main Hospital · Seattle, Washington 98195The University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) at Montlake is a leading academic medical center and teaching hospital located in Seattle, Washington. As part of UW Medicine, it is consistently ranked among the nation's best hospitals, known for its comprehensive specialty care, advanced research, and commitment to medical education. UWMC serves as a Level I Trauma Center and Regional Burn Center, offering highly specialized services including organ transplantation, cancer care, heart and neurological services, and a wide array of surgical and medical treatments. It is a major referral center for the Pacific Northwest, providing cutting-edge patient care, innovative research, and training for future healthcare professionals.
Specialties & Programs
Hospital information
- 24/7 Emergency Care
- Available
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- Pediatric Emergency Care
- Available
No dedicated pediatric ER; refers to Seattle Children's Hospital for most pediatric emergencies. UWMC primarily serves adults.
- Stroke Center
- Available
Yes, Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Cardiac Emergency Capabilities
- Available
Yes, specialized cardiac emergency care within the Heart Institute
- Burn Center
- Available
Yes, Regional Burn Center (Level I)
- Air Ambulance / Helipad
- Not Available
Level I Trauma Center, 24/7 emergency services, specialized care for complex cases, stroke and cardiac emergencies, Regional Burn Center.
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 University of Washington Medical Center's current wait.
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