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24/7 Adult Emergency Care in Houston

Adult Emergency Care in Houston — Open 24/7

Montrose Emergency Room provides around-the-clock emergency care for adults in Houston. Our freestanding ER is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, with an emergency physician on site and CT, X-ray, ultrasound, EKG and laboratory testing available when medically appropriate. Walk in any time — no appointment is needed.

  • Open 24/7
  • Emergency Physician On Site
  • Walk-Ins Welcome
  • CT, X-Ray & Ultrasound
  • On-Site Lab

If you or someone with you may be having a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.

Emergency Care for Adults — 24 Hours a Day

Adult emergency care at Montrose Emergency Room is immediate medical evaluation and treatment for adults with serious, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms. Our ER is open 24/7, staffed by an emergency physician, and equipped with on-site imaging and laboratory testing so many conditions can be assessed and treated in one visit.

Some health problems can safely wait for a primary care appointment, while others need emergency-level evaluation. When symptoms are severe, come on suddenly, or get worse quickly, an emergency room is designed to evaluate and stabilize them and has broader diagnostic and treatment capabilities than a typical clinic. Montrose Emergency Room serves adults of all ages, including seniors, and welcomes walk-ins without an appointment.

Know the Warning Signs

Adult Symptoms That May Require Emergency Evaluation

The right level of care depends on how severe your symptoms are, how quickly they started and your overall health. The following symptoms are commonly evaluated in the emergency room. This list is educational and does not replace an individual medical evaluation.

  • Chest pain or pressure, especially with sweating, nausea or arm/jaw pain
  • Difficulty breathing or severe shortness of breath
  • Severe abdominal pain, sudden or worsening
  • Sudden severe headache unlike any before
  • Weakness or numbness, especially on one side
  • Stroke warning signs — face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty
  • Fainting or loss of consciousness
  • Severe or sudden dizziness
  • Signs of dehydration with vomiting or weakness
  • Persistent vomiting or inability to keep fluids down
  • High or persistent fever with worsening illness
  • Signs of serious infection
  • Severe allergic reaction
  • Possible broken bones or deformity
  • Deep or severe cuts and wounds
  • Urinary or kidney symptoms with severe pain or fever
  • Significant injuries from falls or accidents
  • Uncontrolled bleeding

If any symptom appears life-threatening — severe chest pain, major difficulty breathing, stroke signs, uncontrolled bleeding or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

When Should an Adult Go to the ER?

An adult should go to the emergency room for symptoms that are severe, come on suddenly, or worsen quickly — such as chest pain, serious difficulty breathing, stroke warning signs, severe abdominal pain, uncontrolled bleeding, major injuries, fainting or a sudden severe headache. When symptoms may be life-threatening, call 911 rather than driving.

For milder, non-urgent problems — minor colds, small cuts or uncomplicated illnesses — an urgent care or primary care visit is often appropriate. When you are unsure and symptoms are significant, the safer choice is emergency evaluation. Montrose Emergency Room is open 24/7 for adults who need to be seen right away.

Choosing the Right Care

Adult ER vs. Urgent Care

Urgent care is generally intended for mild, non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. An emergency room is designed for serious, severe or rapidly worsening symptoms and has broader emergency diagnostic and treatment capabilities. Capabilities vary by facility.

Choose the ER for

  • Chest pain or pressure
  • Serious difficulty breathing
  • Stroke warning signs
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Major injuries or fractures
  • Uncontrolled bleeding
  • Fainting or confusion
  • Severe allergic reactions
  • Severe dehydration

Urgent care may fit for

  • Minor cold or flu symptoms
  • Minor cuts and scrapes
  • Mild sprains
  • Low-grade fever in an otherwise well adult
  • Uncomplicated rashes
  • Routine minor illnesses

If symptoms appear life-threatening, call 911. Read our full ER vs Urgent Care guide.

What to Expect

What Happens When You Arrive?

1

Check-In

Walk in without an appointment. Our team gathers your basic information and the reason for your visit.

2

Medical Evaluation

An emergency provider reviews your symptoms, history and current condition to guide next steps.

3

Diagnostic Testing

When appropriate, testing may include labs, EKG, X-ray, CT or ultrasound performed on site.

4

Treatment & Next Steps

Treatment is based on the findings and may include medication, IV fluids, monitoring or coordination of a higher level of care.

On-Site Diagnostics

On-Site Diagnostic Capabilities

When testing is medically appropriate, having imaging and laboratory services inside the emergency facility helps the care team evaluate your condition without sending you to a separate outpatient center.

CT Scan

CT imaging may help evaluate certain head, chest and abdominal emergencies when ordered by the physician.

Digital X-Ray

X-rays help assess possible fractures, certain chest conditions and other injuries.

Ultrasound

Ultrasound may be used for selected abdominal, pelvic and other evaluations when clinically appropriate.

On-Site Laboratory

Lab testing supports evaluation of infection, dehydration, cardiac concerns and other conditions.

EKG & Cardiac Testing

An EKG and related testing may be used for chest pain, palpitations or other heart-related symptoms.

Testing is selected based on your symptoms, examination and the physician's assessment.

Emergency Treatment

Emergency Treatment for Adults

Treatment depends on your evaluation and the results of any testing. Depending on the condition, emergency care may include appropriate medications, IV fluids, wound care, splinting or immobilization, breathing treatments, cardiac monitoring or other interventions. The emergency team focuses on evaluating and stabilizing your condition and explaining the next steps in your care.

Next Level of Care

If Hospitalization or Specialty Care Is Needed

Some patients need admission to a hospital, surgery or care from a specialist that is beyond the scope of a freestanding emergency room. When that is the case, the emergency team can arrange transfer and coordinate the appropriate next level of care. Our goal is to evaluate and stabilize your condition and help you move to the right setting safely.

Why Montrose Emergency Room

Why Adults Choose Montrose Emergency Room

Open 24/7

Emergency care day and night, including weekends and holidays.

Emergency Physician On Site

Adults are evaluated by an emergency physician during their visit.

On-Site Diagnostics

CT, digital X-ray, ultrasound, EKG and laboratory testing support evaluation.

Walk-Ins Welcome

No scheduled appointment is required for emergency evaluation.

Central Houston Location

Convenient access at 1110 W Gray St in Montrose.

Focused on Your Care

A freestanding ER setting built around prompt emergency evaluation.

Serving Central Houston

Serving Montrose and Central Houston

Montrose Emergency Room provides adult emergency care for patients across central Houston, including Montrose, River Oaks, Midtown, Downtown Houston, Upper Kirby, the Museum District and Neartown. Our location at 1110 W Gray St #101 offers convenient access when an adult in the area needs emergency evaluation right away.

Adult Emergency Care FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Adult Emergency Care

When should an adult go to the emergency room?

An adult should go to the ER for severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms — such as chest pain, serious difficulty breathing, stroke warning signs, severe abdominal pain, uncontrolled bleeding, major injuries or fainting. Call 911 if symptoms may be life-threatening.

Should I go to the ER for chest pain?

Yes. New, severe or unexplained chest pain should be evaluated promptly, especially with shortness of breath, sweating, nausea or pain spreading to the arm or jaw. If chest pain is severe, call 911.

Should I go to the ER for severe stomach pain?

Severe, sudden or worsening abdominal pain may need emergency evaluation, particularly with persistent vomiting, fever, fainting, bleeding or severe tenderness. Montrose ER has on-site labs, CT and ultrasound when appropriate.

Is dizziness an emergency?

Sudden or severe dizziness can be serious, especially with fainting, chest pain, weakness, difficulty speaking or vision changes. When dizziness is severe or comes with these symptoms, seek emergency care.

Can the ER treat dehydration?

Yes. The emergency team can evaluate dehydration and provide IV fluids and other treatment when medically appropriate.

Can an ER perform CT scans?

Yes. Montrose Emergency Room has on-site CT imaging, along with digital X-ray, ultrasound, EKG and laboratory testing, used when clinically appropriate.

Can I walk into Montrose ER without an appointment?

Yes. Walk-ins are welcome 24 hours a day. No appointment is required for emergency evaluation.

Is Montrose Emergency Room open overnight?

Yes. The ER is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including overnight hours, weekends and holidays.

ER or urgent care for severe symptoms?

For severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms, choose the ER. Urgent care is generally for mild, non-life-threatening problems. If symptoms may be life-threatening, call 911.

What should I bring to the ER?

If you can, bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a list of current medications and any relevant medical history. In an emergency, come in first — do not delay care to gather documents.

Need Adult Emergency Care in Houston?

If you are an adult with serious or worsening symptoms, Montrose Emergency Room is open around the clock. Walk in any time — no appointment is required.

Montrose Emergency Room
1110 W Gray St #101, Houston, TX 77019
(832) 487-0911 · Open 24/7 — 365 Days a Year

If symptoms appear life-threatening, call 911 immediately.

This information is for general educational purposes and does not replace an individual medical evaluation.