Silver Spring Emergency Services

Experience in an Emergency 

When every minute counts, experience matters. Holy Cross Hospital is one of the largest providers of emergency care in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties, treating nearly 65,000 patients each year. We offer comprehensive emergency services for patients of all ages – 24/7, every day of the year. 

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Why Choose Us 

What Makes Us Different 

With a legacy of innovation and compassionate care, Holy Cross Hospital is a trusted leader in emergency care for you, your family and our community. Our specialized care centers are designed to deliver fast, expert treatment when it matters most, including: 

• Focused Care – for less serious medical issues, offering reduced wait times and faster treatment.
• Primary Stroke Center – designated by The Joint Commission and the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services System (MIEMSS), providing rapid stroke diagnosis and treatment, supported by our 24/7 Stroke Rapid Response Team.
• Cardiac Intervention Center – designated by MIEMSS and equipped to treat STEMI, the most severe type of heart attack.
• Pediatric Emergency Center – designed especially for kids, with nine dedicated beds, shorter wait times and care from board-certified pediatric emergency medicine physicians and a specially trained team.
• Seniors Emergency Center – the nation’s first senior-focused emergency service, offering age-friendly care in a calm, quiet environment for patients 65 and older.

Convenient Access 

Accessible Care 

Holy Cross Hospital is conveniently located just off Georgia Avenue and the Capital Beltway (I-495), within walking distance of a Metro station. When you arrive, parking is available in a dedicated lot just outside the Emergency Department, making it easy to get the care you need.