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Your Health Is in Trusted Hands

At Trauma Central — SJHMC, we greet every patient with the compassion, expertise, and urgency that each moment demands.

Providing round-the-clock emergency and trauma care to the Detroit community since our founding.

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What We Offer

Comprehensive Emergency & Trauma Care Services

Our dedicated team provides a full spectrum of emergency medical services, ensuring every patient receives prompt, expert attention when it matters most.

24/7 Emergency Department

Our emergency department operates around the clock, every day of the year, staffed by board-certified emergency physicians ready to evaluate and treat acute conditions immediately.

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Level Trauma Care

Our trauma team is prepared for the most critical injuries, providing rapid assessment, surgical intervention, and specialized care for life-threatening conditions with advanced protocols.

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Advanced Diagnostics

On-site imaging including CT scanning, digital X-ray, and ultrasound enables rapid diagnosis, allowing our physicians to make critical decisions quickly and accurately.

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Critical Care Transport

We coordinate safe inter-facility transfers and ground ambulance services, ensuring critically ill patients receive continuity of care during transport to specialized centers.

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Cardiac Emergency Services

Our cardiac emergency response team is trained in advanced cardiac life support, providing rapid intervention for heart attacks, arrhythmias, and acute cardiovascular events.

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Pediatric Emergency Care

We provide specialized emergency care for infants, children, and adolescents, with staff trained in pediatric assessment and treatment tailored to younger patients.

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About Us

A Legacy of Compassionate Emergency Care

Trauma Central at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Medical Center (SJHMC) stands as a cornerstone of emergency medical services in Detroit. Our facility is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of emergency physicians, trauma surgeons, critical care nurses, and support professionals—all united by a shared commitment to saving lives.

We understand that emergencies do not follow a schedule, and neither do we. From the moment a patient walks through our doors—or arrives by ambulance—they are met with urgency, respect, and the highest standard of clinical care. Our mission is simple: to provide the right care, at the right time, with genuine compassion.

24/7

Hours of Operation

365

Days a Year

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Dedication

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Why Choose Us

What Sets Our Center Apart

We combine clinical excellence with a deeply human approach, ensuring every patient feels valued from arrival to discharge.

Rapid Response

Minimized wait times and immediate triage ensure that critical cases are addressed without delay, every single visit.

Expert Team

Our physicians and nurses bring years of specialized training in emergency medicine, trauma surgery, and critical care.

Compassionate Care

We treat every person as an individual, honoring their dignity and providing emotional support alongside clinical treatment.

Advanced Technology

Our facility is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment technology to support accurate, timely care.

Our Team

Dedicated Professionals You Can Trust

Our team brings together diverse specialties under one roof, ensuring comprehensive care for every type of emergency.

Emergency Medicine Physician

Emergency Medicine Physicians

Board-Certified Specialists

Expert doctors trained to diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries with speed and precision.

Trauma Surgeon

Trauma Surgeons

Surgical Experts

Highly skilled surgeons specializing in life-threatening injuries, ready to operate at a moment's notice.

Critical Care Nurse

Critical Care Nurses

Dedicated Bedside Care

Compassionate nurses providing continuous monitoring and personalized care throughout each patient's stay.

Diagnostic Imaging Specialist

Diagnostic Specialists

Imaging & Lab Experts

Radiologists and laboratory professionals ensuring rapid, accurate diagnostic results to guide treatment.

Patient Stories

Voices of Those We've Served

The trust of our community is our greatest achievement. Here is what some of our patients have shared about their experience.

"When my father was brought in with a serious injury, the trauma team responded with incredible speed and professionalism. They kept us informed every step of the way and treated him with genuine care."

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Maria G.

Detroit, MI

"I was terrified coming to the ER at 2 AM with severe chest pain. The staff made me feel safe and heard. They ran tests quickly and didn't make me wait. I'm forever grateful for their kindness."

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Robert T.

Dearborn, MI

"As a mother of three, finding a hospital that treats children with such gentleness means everything. The pediatric emergency team here is outstanding—they put my daughter at ease immediately."

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Angela W.

Southfield, MI

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We're Here for You

Whether you need to reach us for an emergency or have questions about our services, our team is ready to assist you.

Our Location

22101 Moross Rd
Detroit, MI 48236-2148

Phone

For all inquiries and appointments:

(313) 343-2938

Hours of Operation

Emergency Department: Open 24 Hours, 7 Days a Week

Administration: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Need Emergency Care? We're Ready When You Are.

Our emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Don't hesitate to reach out—we're here for you and your family.

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