Altus Emergency Center Waxahachie

Pediatric emergency describes any critical condition that puts the life and well-being of an infant, child or teenager at risk. The medical needs of children tend to be unique from that of adults and this makes it necessary for them to have professionals dedicated to understanding and solving any sudden medical issues affecting them. Situations that may demand a visit to an ER for kids include infectious illnesses like strep throat, chronic recurring conditions like anemia or diabetes, traumatic injuries or environmental related injuries like poisoning and drowning. Using knowledge of pediatric health care which involves managing the physical, mental and emotional needs of children at each developmental stage, Altus Emergency Center runs a children emergency room that provides 24-hour emergency care to infants, all through to young adults. The Children’s ER is a freestanding emergency room in Waxahachie that runs separately from the primary ER. This ensures absolute dedicat...