Medical Resources - Greater Houston Area

Emergency: For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately. All hospitals listed are 24/7 unless noted. During disasters, call ahead to confirm availability and services.

Emergency Medical Contacts

Life-Threatening Emergency

Immediate medical emergency requiring ambulance

Call 911

Poison Control Center

24/7 poisoning emergencies and information

1-800-222-1222

Mental Health Crisis

Crisis support and mental health emergencies

Call 988

Level 1 Trauma Centers

The highest level of trauma care, equipped to handle the most severe injuries and emergencies.

Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma)

Major trauma center serving the greater Houston area with comprehensive emergency services.

6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030

(713) 704-4000

Ben Taub General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma)

Harris Health System's flagship hospital with comprehensive trauma and emergency care.

1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030

(713) 873-2000

Major Medical Centers

Houston Methodist Hospital

Flagship hospital of the Methodist system with comprehensive services and emergency care.

6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030

(713) 790-3311

Texas Children's Hospital (Pediatric)

Premier pediatric hospital providing specialized care for children and adolescents.

6621 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030

(832) 824-1000

MD Anderson Cancer Center

World-renowned cancer treatment and research center with emergency oncology services.

1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030

(713) 792-2121

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center

Major teaching hospital with comprehensive emergency and specialty services.

6720 Bertner Ave, Houston, TX 77030

(832) 355-1000

Community Hospitals

Memorial Hermann Northwest

Full-service hospital serving northwest Harris County.

1635 N Loop W, Houston, TX 77008

(713) 867-3380

Memorial Hermann Southwest

Community hospital serving southwest Houston area.

7600 Beechnut St, Houston, TX 77074

(713) 456-5000

Houston Methodist Clear Lake

Serving the Clear Lake and Bay Area communities.

18300 Houston Methodist Dr, Nassau Bay, TX 77058

(281) 333-5503

Houston Methodist Sugar Land

Full-service hospital serving Fort Bend County.

16655 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land, TX 77479

(281) 274-7000

Mental Health & Behavioral Services

Harris Center for Mental Health

Comprehensive mental health services and crisis intervention.

9401 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074

(713) 970-7000 Crisis Line: (713) 970-7001

Memorial Hermann Behavioral Health

Inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services.

3043 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77080

(713) 867-2500

Urgent Care Centers

For non-life-threatening urgent medical needs. Generally faster than emergency rooms for minor injuries and illnesses.

Memorial Hermann Urgent Care

Multiple locations throughout Greater Houston area.

Most locations: 8am-8pm daily

(713) 222-2273 Find Locations

Houston Methodist Urgent Care

Convenient urgent care locations across the Houston metro area.

Hours vary by location

(713) 394-6677

Additional Medical Resources

Texas Medical Center

Information hub for the world's largest medical complex.

TMC Emergency Updates

Harris Health System

Safety-net healthcare provider serving Harris County.

(713) 566-6400 Emergency Status

Important Notes During Disasters:

  • Hospital availability can change during severe weather events
  • Call ahead to confirm services and accessibility
  • Monitor local emergency alerts for hospital status updates
  • Emergency departments may have extended wait times during disasters
  • Bring identification, insurance cards, and current medications if possible
  • For non-urgent care, consider urgent care centers or telehealth options