On Monday morning, Baptist Health opened a new emergency center for adults and children in St. Augustine. The facility, known as the Baptist/Wolfson Children’s ER and Imaging Center, was established to address the growing need for emergency care in St. Johns and Flagler counties, which are experiencing rapid expansion.
Michael A. Mayo, DHA, FACHE, president and CEO of Baptist Health, emphasized the importance of meeting the rising demand for convenient access to the right care in the right setting due to the region’s rapid growth. “We recognize that there is a growing need for emergency care services in this area,” said Mayo. “Our new facility is designed to provide patients with quick access to quality care that meets their specific needs.”
The center houses two emergency centers: the Baptist Emergency Center for adults and the Wolfson Children’s Emergency Center for kids ages 0 to 17. Allegra C. Jaros, MBA, president of Wolfson Children’s Hospital, highlighted the specialized care provided for children and adolescents in the pediatric emergency centers throughout the community. “Our pediatric emergency teams are equipped to deliver lifesaving care tailored to the unique health needs of young patients,” said Jaros. “We are committed to providing exceptional care that meets their specific needs.”
In addition to providing emergency care services, the center also features an imaging center offering X-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans, mammography
