Emergency Care is close by in Corpus Christi
In the event of an emergency please dial 9-1-1, or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
When something unexpected happens, a fall, chest pain, or sudden symptoms, you need care that moves fast and treats you with compassion. At the CHRISTUS Health ER in Corpus Christi, you’ll find an emergency treatment team that sees you, listens to you, and acts quickly.
When you or a loved one faces a medical emergency, you don’t have to go far for expert care. Our ER in Corpus Christi is open 24 hours a day to treat everything from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions.
- Level II Trauma Center – equipped for serious injuries and urgent surgical care
- Certified Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Accreditation
- Round-the-clock care, every day of the year
- Advanced imaging and lab services available on-site
- Emergency care for children and adults
Whether you’re facing an unexpected injury or a sudden illness, you’ll find care rooted in compassion and backed by leading-edge technology.
When to Call 911 or Go to the ER
Dial 911 immediately if you or someone else is experiencing:
- Chest pain or pressure that does not go away
- Heavy bleeding that won’t stop
- Trouble breathing or shortness of breath
- Sudden numbness or weakness, particularly on one side of the body
- Confusion, fainting, or loss of consciousness
- Seizures
- Serious burns or major injuries
For minor illnesses and injuries, such as small cuts, ear pain, or low-grade fevers, a CHRISTUS Urgent Care location may be the better choice.
Why Choose CHRISTUS ER
Our emergency room is located within CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi – Shoreline, giving you direct access to the full resources of a comprehensive medical center. From your first exam through follow-up, your care is connected, coordinated, and compassionate.
- 24/7 emergency physicians, nurses, and specialists ready to respond
- On-site imaging, surgery, and critical care within the hospital
- Seamless access to the CHRISTUS Health network for specialty and follow-up care
- Most major insurance plans accepted
Here, your care begins with a team that listens — and continues until you’re safely on the path to recovery.
Comprehensive Health Care in Corpus Christi
Whatever your health care needs, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi – Shoreline is here for you. As the largest and foremost acute care facility in the Coastal Bend, we provide advanced services including emergency and trauma care, heart and vascular care, stroke care, cancer treatment, orthopedics, neurology, women’s health, and surgical specialties.
CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi – Shoreline
600 Elizabeth Street
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Recovery and Follow-Up Care
After your emergency visit, you don’t have to figure out the next step alone. Patients have direct access to coordinated services like:
- Family medicine
- Heart and vascular care teams
- General surgery consultations
- Oncology services and rehabilitation support
Continuity of care is part of our promise — so you can focus on healing, not repeating your story.
Hours & Locations
Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline Emergency Room
Services & Treatments
Services & Treatments Offered:
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Emergency Care
When you are faced with a medical emergency, CHRISTUS Health's emergency services are here to provide experienced, specialized and effective treatment, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more about CHRISTUS Health Emergency Care.
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Emergency Transport Services
We are available every day, around the clock, we are comprised of clinical experts with extensive adult, maternal, neonatal and pediatric critical care experience. Learn more about how CHRISTUS Health can help you with Emergency Transport Services.
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Trauma
A trauma center is an area of a hospital with the equipment and staff to treat the most critical injuries that put the patient’s life is in immediate danger. Learn about how CHRISTUS Health treats trauma and when trauma care is needed.
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