How to choose a hospital

How do you know what hospital to use? Your first visit to a hospital may be to the emergency room. Where do you go in Denver? First, ask you doctor friends where they recommend. In the Denver area, Denver Health is the best ER for trauma. If a person has a major injury the ambulance will most likely take you to Denver Health or Swedish.
An EMT may ask you what hospital you want to go to. Health care providers that I have spoken to suggest PSL (Presbyterian Saint Lukes) has the fastest ER.
If you have a child your first preference may be Children's Hospital. If your child requires surgery Children's Hospital gives priority to the youngest infant. If your child is older they will be placed later in the day. If your child needs a simple procedure, it may be wise to take them to another hospital in town. For example Rose Medical Center (RMC) gives priority to children over adults for surgery times. Kids will get an earlier time than adults. If your child needs surgery, you will not want them to have to fast all day before their surgery. An early surgery time means you will be home earlier. Talk to friends and doctors concerning your illness/injury and ask where they suggest for care. Each hospital has its pluses and minuses. Remember to have a family member or friend to act as a health care advocate for you while your in the hospital.