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288 S. Ridgecrest Ave.
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Phone: (828) 286-5000
Open 24 hours, every day
Health issues don't take nights and weekends off. Our quality care and treatment don't either.
At Rutherford Regional Health System, our Emergency Room (ER) team is staffed 24/7 with emergency physicians, nurses and staff who are trained in providing emergency care. Our team combines advanced training with compassionate service to be ready for you or your family when you need it the most.
As a patient, you will be cared for by staff trained to respond to any type of medical emergency. We understand a visit to the ER can be a very stressful time; therefore, you should expect us to communicate with you and guide you through your situation. You should always ask questions if you do not understand.
The national recognition we've earned demonstrates our staff's commitment to providing the highest quality of care including:
Rutherford Reginoal Health System has received Chest Pain Center from the American College of Cardiology. We are dedicated to providing our patients with the best heart care treatment available. As an accredited facility, we use the newest methods and best practices in heart care to ensure that our patients receive:
Two of the most common life-treatening emergencies are heart attacks and strokes. Timely treatment is crucial!