Who knew West Creek Emergency Center was an emergency room AND an art gallery?
West Creek Emergency Center in Goochland, Virginia is one of Richmond area’s premier full-service ER facilities offering 24/7 care. They are available for all minor and major emergency needs. All of their staff is PALS certified. PALS certification is for healthcare providers who respond to emergencies in infants and children, making them a great location when emergencies arise with kids.
Partnership with Nuckols Farm Elementary School
In addition to being a state-of-the-art emergency center, West Creek Emergency Center staff and administration are also very aware of the stress and discomfort often associated with requiring their services. That’s just one reason they have launched a partnership with Nuckols Farm Elementary School (NFES) in celebration of Youth Art Month.
As community partners, West Creek strives to recognize others for their work and this is a way to benefit NFES students and the patients at West Creek.
A ceremony was held at West Creek Emergency Center on March 13, 2013 where NFES and Henrico County Public Schools representatives, along with many parents, students, and guests, were treated to a tour of the facility and the first look at children’s art displayed throughout the pediatric area of the facility.
Emma Hennesey shows her art certificate as she proudly displays her art project.
Children at NFES have created individual pieces of art with mediums that range from tempera and oil pastel, to watercolor and mixed media. They create bright, imaginative, and beautiful images. A recent visit during the opening ceremonies showcased the artistic talents and accomplishments of these young students. The children’s art is bright and colorful, helping patients and their families see a little cheer when being treated for emergency situations.
Art logo by Amanda Rose
NFES students received award certificates for their artwork and they were certainly proud of their accomplishments.
The partnership with NFES enables the emergency center to join the school in recognizing children from kindergarten through fifth grade for their artistic talents and works. It also helps brighten the hallways and examination rooms of the emergency center as a distraction from the clinical setting.
Dana Hennesey, a NFES parent who helped coordinate the partnership, explains “We are excited to work with West Creek Emergency Center on this project. It gives our children a chance to do something for the community and they have a sense of pride in their artwork. Everyone benefits from this project.”
About West Creek Emergency Center
West Creek Emergency Center is the closest ER in the Goochland and Short Pump area, making them convenient from many directions (see table below for distance to surrounding communities and counties). Located just off Route 288 near Broad Street provides easy access. West Creek Emergency Center offers rooms tailored for kids, seniors, expectant moms and those who have experienced a major injury or trauma.
West Creek ER has some of the lowest wait times of any emergency room in the area. You get treatment faster so you are able to get in and out quickly.
West Creek ER provides multiple emergency services including treatment for:
- Full-service emergencies, including pediatrics
- Minor illness and injury such as sprains, breaks, falls, coughs, colds, UTIs
- Major medical concerns such as drug overdose, burns, GYN
- Heart concerns
- Respiratory issues (asthma, COPD, respiratory arrest)
- Neurological issues such as CVA, seizure, migraines, and minor head injuries
- Life issues related to insect bites, allergic reactions, cuts, and wounds
- Emotional wellness for acute and chronic behavioral health
They offer onsite, full-service laboratory services and a full range of imaging including ultrasound, x-ray, and CT scans. They also provide free wireless access, cable television and a community meeting room offering free meeting space for up to 32 people.
West Creek ER kid-friendly waiting area.
Outpatient laboratory and imaging are available for individuals through their 24/7 outpatient imaging and lab services – whether you are seen by a West Creek Emergency Center physician or not. Simply bring the written orders from your physician for lab or radiology services at your convenience. Since they are open 24/7, you don’t have to wait for an appointment during specified hours. Walk-ins are welcome for lab, x-ray, and low-dose lung scan. You can all 804.327.8702 to schedule an appointment for a CT.
For critical situations requiring the services of a full hospital, there is an ambulance available and ready to transport patients to nearby hospitals 24 hours a day/7 days per week. Patients transferred to nearby hospitals do not have to admit through the emergency room but are transferred directly to patient rooms for service and treatment. There is no fee or charge to the patient when transferred to Henrico Doctors’ Hospital.
For more information, visit their website:
West Creek Emergency Center
12720 Tuckahoe Creek Court
Richmond, VA 23238
804.784.1000
WestCreekER.comWest Creek Distance from Many Locations:
Kinloch 3 miles Centerville 5 miles Foxhall 6 miles Wellesley 6 miles Raintree 7 miles Barrington 7 miles Twin Hickory 8 miles Wyndham 10 miles Rockville 11 miles Oilville 12 miles Maidens 16 miles Mineral 39 miles Zion Crossroads 43 miles Louisa 45 miles West Creek & 288 2 miles Patterson & 288 4 miles Richmond Country Club 4 miles Sycamore Creek Golf Course 5 miles Short Pump Town Center 6 miles West Broad Village 7 miles I-64 & West Broad 8 miles Striker Park 8 miles Glen Allen Cultural Arts Center 14 miles Goochland Court House 17 miles
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