Pediatric emergency care
Pediatric emergency room (ER) in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
When your child needs medical attention right away, our doctors are standing by.
Grand Strand Health's pediatric doctors and nurses provide reliable medical services 24/7. We pride ourselves on meeting your child's unique needs with calm, attentive care in a kid-friendly environment.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
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Our pediatric emergency department
Our experienced pediatricians and nurses are committed to caring for your child using advanced medical technology.
Features of our pediatric emergency room
We understand that adult-sized care isn't suited for children, so our teams strive for shorter wait times and services tailored to your little one.
Features of our hospital include:
- Child-friendly designs with bright colors and pediatric décor
- Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
- Medical equipment made specifically for children
- Pediatric emergency room designed for children
We are proud to be recognized by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) as a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. We provide advanced trauma care for kids, including 24/7 coverage by specialized surgeons. We also offer trauma prevention and education for our staff.
Pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) and inpatient care
If your child needs to be admitted to the hospital for further monitoring, observation and treatment, we offer an inpatient pediatric unit and PICU. We are committed to family-centered care with services catering to birth and adolescence. Our hospital offers:
- 24/7 care in both our inpatient pediatric unit and PICU
- Child Life Specialists
- Child-friendly artwork and décor
- Child-friendly menus
- Music therapy
- Only dedicated pediatric intensive care physicians in our community
- Pediatric sedation services for diagnostic imaging, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computerized tomography (CT) scans and ultrasounds
- Pet therapy
- Play area with child-sized furniture and toys
- Spacious private rooms
- Specially trained pediatric nurses and respiratory therapists
Child life specialists
A child life specialist is a clinically trained professional who helps children manage challenging aspects of hospitalization and life-changing events. Our specialists promote family-centered care, advocate for pain management and provide play opportunities to normalize the hospital environment.
We work to create a therapeutic relationship with your child and family to help in the healing process. Our goal is to reduce anxiety and promote coping through developmentally appropriate support, education and therapeutic interventions.
Paws for Pediatrics pet therapy
Our trained dogs and their handlers provide warmth, comfort and a sense of familiarity to your child when they are hospitalized.
Pet therapy can:
- Distract kids from pain and uncomfortable treatments
- Encourage interaction and communication
- Raise the spirits of your child, family, visitors and staff
Pediatric services
Learn about the wide range of care we can provide your child.