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Emergency and Trauma Care

It's Your Life

By their very nature, accidents happen unexpectedly. But you can plan for what you would do in case of an emergency or traumatic injury. Depending on the severity of the injuries, you may have a choice about where you will receive care. As long as it’s medically safe to do so, your emergency team will take you to your preferred hospital.

You can learn why Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network’s trauma and emergency care stands out. Educate yourself, make your choice now and let your family, friends and neighbors know your decision.

Conditions We Treat

When you or your loved one needs serious care, you can count on our Level I trauma center.

Why Choose Us

We have three emergency departments conveniently located in Allentown and Bethlehem, Pa., to care for you or your loved one’s illnesses or injuries. Our Cedar Crest location is where you’ll find our Level I trauma center with additional qualifications in pediatric trauma. We also have Pennsylvania’s largest and busiest Regional Burn Center that cares for adults and children. Together these services make us uniquely qualified to care for you or your child’s injury – big or small.

What Sets Us Apart
We are Pennsylvania’s first Level I trauma center, the highest designation a hospital’s trauma center can receive. More >>

Meet Our Specialists
We have emergency medicine doctors, trauma surgeons and the area’s only pediatric surgeons to care for you and your loved ones. More >>

Most Advanced ICUs
To give your loved one the best care, we have several different types of intensive care units. More >>

Awards and Accreditations
We’re recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” in six specialties. More >>

Quality Outcomes
See how our care compares to other hospitals in Pennsylvania and nationwide. More >>

Patient Success Stories
Read inspiring stories about our patients and find out why they’re glad they chose us. More >>

Research
See how we’re discovering new and better ways to care for patients. More >>

Resources for You

At Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network, we give you and your loved ones the compassion and services you need. In this section you will learn more about the classes, support groups and programs available for you and your family.

Classes
Educational sessions related to preventing injuries and illness, aging well, staying fit and more. More >>

Support Groups
Having the support of others going through a similar experience can bring you comfort. Learn about support groups available for people who survived serious burns and more. More >>

Rehabilitation Services
Get back to work, sports and your active lifestyle as quickly and safely as possible with the help of our experienced rehabilitation professionals. More >>

About Your Visit

Not sure where to park or find something to eat while at the hospital? This area helps you plan your visit and answers all your questions.

Maps and Locations
Get directions from your home to our front door and use maps to easily find your way around our hospitals. More >>

What You Need to Know
Information about visiting, resources to help with your loved one’s care and tips to create a better hospital experience More >>

Words You Might Hear
Your guide to terms used by doctors in trauma care, emergency care and intensive care More >>

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