Specialized emergency services for women at Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital
When a medical emergency happens, women deserve compassionate, expert care designed around their unique health needs. At Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital in Austin, Texas, our dedicated Women’s Emergency Department provides specialized emergency care in an environment focused on women’s health, comfort, privacy, and safety.
Whether you are experiencing severe abdominal pain, pregnancy-related complications, gynecologic emergencies, or other urgent medical concerns, our experienced emergency physicians, OB-GYN specialists, nurses, and care teams are here 24/7 to provide timely, personalized treatment.
Dedicated women’s emergency care close to home
The Women’s Emergency Department at Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital is designed specifically for women at every stage of life. Unlike a traditional emergency room, our specialized women’s emergency services focus on conditions unique to women while offering seamless access to advanced diagnostic testing, obstetric care, surgical specialists, and maternal-fetal medicine experts.
Patients in Austin and Central Texas trust Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital for emergency care that combines clinical excellence with compassionate support.
Conditions we treat
Our women’s emergency care team evaluates and treats a wide range of urgent and emergent conditions, including:
- Pregnancy complications
- Severe pelvic or abdominal pain
- Vaginal bleeding
- High-risk pregnancy concerns
- Miscarriage symptoms
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Preterm labor symptoms
- Postpartum complications
- Gynecologic infections
- Ovarian cysts and torsion
- Urinary tract infections
- Hypertension during pregnancy
- Nausea, dehydration, and severe morning sickness
- Breast health concerns
- Menopausal complications
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or dial 911. Signs or symptoms of an acute emergency may include shortness of breath, chest pain, open fracture, fainting, severe bleeding, head injury or other major trauma, one-sided weakness or numbness, loss of consciousness or fainting, severe abdominal pain, or bites or stings.
Pregnancy emergency care in Austin
Pregnancy can bring unexpected medical concerns that require immediate attention. Our Women’s Emergency Department is equipped to care for both mother and baby with specialized obstetric emergency services.
Women experiencing symptoms such as contractions, decreased fetal movement, severe headaches, bleeding, high fever, or sudden swelling should seek prompt evaluation.
Our Austin women’s emergency specialists work closely with labor and delivery teams to ensure continuity of care for expectant mothers.
Why choose Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital in Austin?
Specialized Women’s Health Expertise
Our emergency care teams are specially trained in women’s health and pregnancy-related emergencies. Patients benefit from coordinated care between emergency medicine physicians, OB-GYN specialists, maternal-fetal medicine experts, neonatologists, imaging teams, and surgical specialists.
24/7 emergency care for women
Emergencies don’t follow a schedule. Our dedicated women’s emergency department is available around the clock, every day of the year, to provide fast access to care when you need it most.
Advanced diagnostic and imaging services
Onsite imaging, laboratory testing, fetal monitoring, and surgical services help our care teams quickly diagnose and treat urgent conditions.
Compassionate, personalized care
At Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital, we understand that emergency situations can feel overwhelming. Our care teams prioritize dignity, privacy, communication, and emotional support throughout your visit.
Serving Austin and Central Texas communities
Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital proudly serves patients throughout:
- Austin
- Round Rock
- Cedar Park
- Georgetown
- Pflugerville
- Buda
- Kyle
- San Marcos
- Bastrop
- Central Texas communities
Conveniently located in Austin, our Women’s hospital provides specialized emergency care for women close to home.
What to expect during your visit
When you arrive at our Women’s Emergency Department, you will receive:
- Rapid medical assessment
- Specialized women’s health evaluation
- Diagnostic testing if needed
- Personalized treatment planning
- Coordinated follow-up care recommendations
Our goal is to deliver efficient, high-quality emergency care while helping patients feel informed and supported.
Trusted women’s emergency care in Austin
At Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital, we are committed to providing expert emergency care tailored to women’s unique health needs. From pregnancy emergencies to gynecologic concerns and urgent medical conditions, our dedicated women’s emergency department is here for you 24 hours a day.
Get emergency care now
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or visit the Women’s Emergency Department at Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital in Austin, TX.
Connected to specialized follow-up care
Your care doesn’t stop when you leave the ER. We help connect you to leading specialists and follow-up care to support your care plan and recovery. Your care team also helps you manage your medications and sends prescriptions to your local pharmacy or through Ascension Rx. And you will always have access to our other services, like imaging and labs.