Pediatric Emergency Care

Pediatric ER for Central Massachusetts and Beyond

At UMass Memorial Health, we understand that our young patients need specialized care, especially in emergencies. And as a parent, you want to know that fast, expert care for your child is close by.

Our emergency rooms are staffed by on-site emergency medicine physicians, nurses and pediatric specialists who know how to help kids feel comfortable in stressful situations. We also have a wide range of medical and surgical subspecialists available at all times, enabling us to assess and treat your child as quickly as possible.

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