Emergency Department (ED) — 24/7 Care in Dayton, WA
Dayton General Hospital’s Emergency Department provides 24/7 emergency care for patients in Dayton, Walla Walla, and across Southeast Washington.
Our team is equipped to care for pediatric, adult, and elderly patients with urgent and emergent medical needs, offering timely evaluation, treatment, and stabilization in a community-based setting.
Emergency Department Services
The Emergency Department at Dayton General Hospital is open 24 hours a day to meet the emergency care needs of our community.
We are a Level V Trauma Facility with additional capabilities including:
- Level III Stroke Center designation
- Level II Cardiac Center designation
- On-site laboratory services
- Diagnostic imaging (X-ray, CT, etc.)
- Respiratory therapy support
Our Emergency Department team is trained to assess, treat, and stabilize patients with a wide range of emergency conditions.
Serving Southeast Washington and Surrounding Communities
Located in Dayton, Washington, our Emergency Department serves patients throughout:
- Dayton, WA
- Columbia County
- Walla Walla, WA
- Southeast Washington
- Northeast Oregon
Many patients rely on local emergency care when they need timely medical attention close to home.
What to Expect at the
Emergency Department
When you arrive at the Emergency Department, our team will evaluate your condition and begin appropriate treatment.
Many emergency conditions can be treated on-site. If a higher level of care is needed, our team is trained to stabilize patients and coordinate transfer to a larger facility by ground ambulance or medical helicopter.
Why Patients Choose Our Emergency Department
Patients choose Dayton General Hospital’s Emergency Department because we offer:
- 24/7 emergency care
- Care for pediatric, adult, and elderly patients
- On-site diagnostic and support services
- Stabilization and transfer capabilities
- A community-based care environment Shorter wait times
When to Seek Emergency Care
Go to the Emergency Department or call 911 if you experience:
- Chest pain or heart-related symptoms
- Stroke symptoms (sudden weakness, slurred speech, facial droop)
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe injuries or trauma
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Sudden severe illness
If you are unsure, it is always safest to seek emergency care.