OSU Emergency Department - University Hospital East
1492 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 257-3414
The University Hospital East Emergency Department is home to the best medical care and technology with comfort and convenience to match.
Space Overview:
- Designed with input from the emergency department staff, patients and the emergency medical service community
- Approximately 15,000 square feet of space devoted to direct patient care
- Another 10,000 square feet for advanced treatment technology, including enhanced radiology testing
- 26 private examination rooms providing more privacy and comfort
- Three triage areas enabling a quicker and more efficient intake process
- Larger waiting area featuring a play space for children, complete with a large aquarium
Equipment and Features:
- Enhanced radiology suite containing one the area’s most advanced computerized tomography scanners, which will expedite diagnostic imaging procedures
- Two specially-designed trauma resuscitation suites and special negative air pressure rooms that prevent the spread of contagious diseases through the ventilation system
- New communication technology, including highly advanced cardiac monitoring, enables staff to respond quickly to patient needs
- Two examination rooms with private showers are available for obstetric and gynecologic patients
- Dedicated decontamination room and exterior power outlets to support the auxiliary needs of parked ambulances
- Enhanced security features support patient, family and staff safety
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