Emergency Room | Lake Butler Hospital – 24/7 Emergency Care in Union County, FL
Trusted Emergency Care, Right Here at Home
If this is a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
Need Emergency Care Now? Don’t Wait.
Avoid long wait times in Gainesville or Lake City. We have the shortest ER wait times in the state -- as reported in this recent article by Florida Daily!
Lake Butler Hospital ER provides fast, trusted, life-saving care, right here in your hometown.
Local Trusted ER Care
When every second counts, Lake Butler Hospital’s Emergency Room is ready. Our ER is open 24/7, providing immediate care for both minor injuries and life-threatening emergencies, from broken bones to breathing issues and more.
Why Choose Lake Butler Hospital ER?
- No Long Waits – Get seen quickly, without the delays common in larger hospitals.
- 24/7 Access – Round-the-clock emergency care, close to home.
- Skilled Emergency Team – Board-certified providers and compassionate staff.
- Patient-Centered Transfers – If needed, we stabilize and arrange life-flight or EMS transfers to a larger facility.
- Community Rooted – We're your trusted local Emergency Room, and we’re here when it matters most.
Need help now? Visit us or call: (386) 496-9253
When to Come to the ER
If you or someone you love is experiencing a serious or sudden health concern, don’t wait. The Lake Butler Hospital Emergency Room is open 24/7 to provide rapid, expert emergency care, right here in Union County. Our experienced team delivers advanced diagnostics and compassionate support when every second counts.
Visit the ER immediately if you notice any of the following:
- Severe difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Uncontrolled bleeding or deep wounds
- Sudden numbness, weakness, or confusion
- Chest pain or pressure, especially if it spreads to the arm, neck, or jaw
- High fever in infants, young children, or adults that won’t go down
- Severe pain or trauma from an accident, fall, or injury
What We Treat in the Emergency Room
At Lake Butler Hospital, our Emergency Room is open 24/7 to provide rapid, expert care when every second counts. We treat a broad range of urgent and life-threatening conditions, offering compassionate care close to home.
Cardiac and Respiratory Emergencies
- Chest pain or pressure
- Heart attacks (myocardial infarction)
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Neurological Emergencies
- Seizures or sudden neurological changes
- Sudden changes in mental status (confusion, disorientation)
Injuries and Trauma
- Car accidents or workplace injuries
- Falls and impact trauma
- Head injuries and concussions
- Sprains, fractures, or broken bones
- Deep wounds, lacerations, or uncontrolled bleeding
Family Emergencies
- High fevers or infections
- Allergic reactions or asthma attacks
- Injuries or sudden illness in infants and children
Infections and Illnesses
- Severe infections or sepsis
- Viral infections (cold, flu, RSV, COVID-19)
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Abdominal pain or gastrointestinal issues
- Kidney stones
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
- Back pain or musculoskeletal flare-ups
- High fever (adults and children)
Metabolic and Internal Conditions
- Severe dehydration or electrolyte imbalance
- Dizziness, fainting spells, or lightheadedness
Medication and Substance Reactions
- Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
- Adverse medication reactions
- Accidental or intentional overdose
Sensory and Vision Emergencies
- Eye injuries
- Sudden vision changes or loss
Find Emergency Care Fast in Lake Butler
Address: Located in the heart of Union County, just minutes from Raiford, Worthington Springs, and surrounding rural communities.
- Lake Butler Hospital - Emergency Room
850 E Main St, Lake Butler, FL 32054
Call Now: (386) 496-9253
Get immediate help 24/7 from our emergency care team. Phone is staffed around the clock.
Open 24/7 – Walk-ins Always Welcome
No appointment needed. We’re always here, day or night, weekend or holiday.
How to Get to Lake Butler Hospital Emergency Room
Directions: Use our interactive map to find the fastest route to our ER, whether you're in Lake Butler, Raiford, Brooker, or Starke.
Real Stories from Real Patients
At Lake Butler Hospital Emergency Room, every patient matters, and our community notices the difference. From fast care in critical moments to heartfelt compassion when it’s needed most, our 24/7 ER is trusted by families across Union County and beyond. Don’t just take our word for it, read what local patients are saying about their experience in our emergency department.
Serving Union County and Surrounding Areas with 24/7 Emergency Care
Lake Butler Hospital’s Emergency Room is proud to serve patients across Union County and nearby North Florida communities, including Lake Butler, Raiford, Worthington Springs, Providence, Brooker, La Crosse, Lawtey, Alachua, High Springs, and Starke.
Whether you need emergency treatment for chest pain, trauma, illness, or a sudden concern, our 24/7 ER team is here with fast, compassionate, hospital-grade care, right in your neighborhood.
If you're searching for an Emergency Room near you, ER in Lake Butler, or Union County emergency services, trust our local team for expert care with no long waits. We’re more than a hospital, we’re your community’s emergency care partner when every second matters.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
To make your experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible, we've answered the most important questions about Let's THRIVE below.
NOTE: No one will be denied access to services due to the inability to pay. There is a discounted/sliding scale fee schedule available based on family size and income.
Explore Our Hospital's Full Range of Healthcare Services
The highly skilled and dedicated doctors, nurses, and medical staff with Lake Butler Hospital diagnose and treat a wide variety of medical conditions as well as work collaboratively with specialists and other medical professionals to deliver individualized treatment plans and medical services.