Saint Francis Emergency Department

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Southeast Missouri’s Only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center

The Emergency and Trauma Center at Saint Francis Medical Center is the only state-designated Level III emergency and trauma center in southeast Missouri, caring for nearly 38,000 patients annually. The Center was formally named the Gene E. Huckstep Emergency/Trauma Center in recognition of a long-term chairman of our board of directors.

To earn the designation of Level III Trauma Center by the state of Missouri, Saint Francis passed a rigorous comprehensive quality assessment and demonstrated the ability to provide:

  • 24-hour immediate coverage by emergency medicine physicians
  • Prompt availability of general surgeons and anesthesiologists
  • Transfer agreements for patients requiring more comprehensive care at a Level I or Level II Trauma Center
  • Continuing education for trauma center nurses and personnel

Our emergency and trauma center is a state-of-the-art facility with 32 patient rooms, including:

  • 26 private treatment rooms with direct access to bathrooms
  • 3 trauma rooms
  • 2 triage rooms
  • 1 special procedures room
  • Specially designated children’s exam areas and equipment specifically tailored to treat children of all ages
  • Senior-friendly accommodations such as, thicker mattresses, higher chairs, large-print forms, guardrails and nonskid flooring to enhance comfort and encourage a speedy return to the highest quality of life

More information on Emergency & Trauma Services

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Harley Sappington

I was seen in the ED by Taylor, and she had a student on a clinical rotation, Lane, assisting her. I had been seen at an outside facility 5 days before arriving at the St. Francis ER, and I was in pain that had brought me to tears. Without her taking the time to check out all of my symptoms and ensure me that everything would be taken care of, I would have ended up bleeding out internally. I am forever grateful for Ms. Taylor. She was absolutely wonderful, had incredible bedside manners, and made me feel welcome and comforted. Thank you so much, I hope Lane enjoyed his rotation with you because I know you are one of the best to learn from.

Ralph Williams

Let me tell ya she is good. I went in to ER after seeing my Pcp. He had prescribed some meds. I still wasn't feeling better.. my fever went to 103.9 so it was a trip to Er. She done test, prays twice, ct scan. And finally found why ai was so sick. Her bedside manner is explempary. If I have ever to go I hope she is working. Thanks Wendi.

Crystal Underwood

He is an amazing sweet doctor really takes his time explaining what he’s going to do before he does it

Jaclyn and David Thiele

Amazing! My son had suffered with a swollen jaw/neck for over a week! he had other cold like symptoms but no fevers. What was several dr appts with PCP ended up with excellent care in the ER being seen by Dr.Richardson…. 5 hrs later he was diagnosed, medicine called in, and is on the mend! What has been an exhausting 5 days was resolved! Just fantastic!

richard martin

Dr Killen was very professional while showing compassion and competence as we worked through a complaint of acute abdominal pain

This is a heart of gold great doctor. Please don't ever lose that quality!... You are a rare treasure. Most doctors do the bare minimum but this one is truly different... I wish more doctors was actual healers like this guy!

Excellent care. Timely visit. Good referral.

Rency Tauro

Roshell is hard worker

Justyn Harvel

Roshell is excellent. She is highly professional, attentive, and thorough in her approach to patient care. She communicates clearly, addresses concerns thoughtfully, and demonstrates a strong commitment to high-quality medical care.

Kevin Mason

I just went to visit rin Hettenhouser in hospital its good place to be when you have problem breathing

    Bradley R. Beran, DO, FAWM

  • Bradley R. Beran, DO, FAWM

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Lauren B. Blake, MD

  • Lauren B. Blake, MD

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Martin Blake, MD

  • Dr. Martin Blake, MD

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Adam M. Cox, DO

  • Adam M. Cox, DO

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau

    Accepting New Patients Accepting New Patients!

    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Justin D. Hornbeck, MD

  • Justin D. Hornbeck, MD

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau

    Accepting New Patients Accepting New Patients!

    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Kenneth J. Kelly, MD

  • Kenneth J. Kelly, MD

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Michael S. Killen, MD, FACEP

  • Michael S. Killen, MD, FACEP

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Ronald “Joe” Leckie, DO

  • Ronald "Joe" Leckie, DO

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Sara E. Nowicki, DO

  • Sara E. Nowicki, DO

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Tyler E. Ocon, DO

  • Tyler E. Ocon, DO

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • William Z. Petry, MD

  • Dr. William Z. Petry, MD

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Kevin R. Richardson, MD

  • Kevin R. Richardson, MD

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Abby R. Ritter, MD

  • Abby R. Ritter, MD

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • Steven D. Rothert, MD

  • Steven D. Rothert, MD

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

    • David Schnur, DO

  • David Schnur, DO

    Specialties:

    Emergency Medicine

    Location:

    Cape Girardeau
    Saint Francis Medical Partner
    Saint Francis Medical Partner

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211 Saint Francis Drive
Entrance 3

Cape Girardeau, MO 63703

573-331-3000
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