From March 19 through April 17, the Ortho Walk-In Clinic
will see patients by appointment only. To schedule, call 814-467-3628.
Contact the Emergency Department by calling 814-467-3719.
Do you have an emergency? Call 911 right away if you or someone else needs medical help, now.
As a patient in our Emergency Department, you’ll be cared for by a coordinated team of highly skilled clinicians, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We treat patients of all ages in Windber and communities near Johnstown, providing rapid evaluation and initial treatment for a wide range of illnesses and injuries, including life-threatening conditions that need immediate attention. When minutes matter, think of us as the emergency room near you, focused on effective, compassionate care.
To diagnose your condition, your physician may order lab tests, X-rays, or CT scans; visit length depends on what’s required. Many minor issues are treated within one to two hours, while complex cases that need multiple tests can take four to five hours. Throughout your visit, we’ll keep you informed about next steps and timing. After your evaluation, you’ll either be admitted for further care or safely discharged with prescriptions (if needed), clear home-care instructions, and guidance for follow-up.
Seek emergency care right away for conditions including, but not limited to:
The symptoms above are not a complete listing, but rather guidelines. At Chan Soon-Shiong Medical Center at Windber, we are committed to assuring you and your family receive the highest quality care, whether it turns out the situation was truly an emergency or not.