Emergency Room - Forrest City Medical Center
Urgent Care • Forrest City, AR • Since 1958
About
Forrest City Medical Center Emergency Department - Location: 1601 Newcastle Rd, Forrest City, AR 72335 (HQ) - Type: Acute care hospital; Joint Commission accredited; 118 licensed beds - Services: 24/7 Emergency/ER care as part of a full-spectrum acute care facility offering inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic, and urgent care services - Coverage: Serves a 5-county area in eastern Arkansas - Staffing/"As seen" highlights: ER team highlighted for dedicated patient care; multiple PRN RN positions including Emergency RN shifts; ER-focused roles appear among posted opportunities Notes: - The facility emphasizes quality care, patient-centered service, and ongoing recognition of ER staff (e.g., Daisy Award nominations for nurses) - Pre-pay pricing program available for various services and procedures If you need ER wait times, current capacity, or to verify open ER hours for today, I can check or guide you to contact details.
Clinic Type
Urgent Care
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Emergency Care
Emergency Room available 24/7
Services Offered
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FAQs
What is the ER 30 Minute Pledge?
ER 30 Minute Pledge: you are initially seen by a medical professional within 30 minutes of arrival in the ER.
ER 30 Minute Pledge
In an emergency, you need care fast. That’s why we have an ER 30 Minute Pledge.
ER Triage goal
In a medical emergency, every minute matters. That’s why we work diligently to have you initially seen by a medical professional within 30 minutes of your arrival in the ER.
Care philosophy
We are passionate about providing personalized and compassionate emergency care and are here for you 24/7. Your well-being is our mission, and we are honored to be your trusted partner in emergency healthcare.
Emergency contact
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.
Facility
Forrest City Medical Center
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Rehab.com: 2.66/5 (105 reviews)
- Healthgrades: 61% (patient experience rating) (not explicitly stated)
Patients praise
- some patients report compassionate and quick care
- praise for specific nursing and medical staff in certain encounters
Common complaints
- long wait times in the emergency department
- perceived lack of compassion, empathy, or professionalism from staff
- concerns regarding communication and staff responsiveness
"I am beyond disturbed and disappointed by the treatment my grandfather and our family received in the ER tonight... the lack of compassion and professionalism we experienced made it even worse."
— Rehab.com review"Everyone was very compassionate and caring. I was in extreme pain and they helped me very quickly. The nurse and doctor that took care of me were fabulous."
— Yelp reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Forrest City Medical Center Earns Recertification Through UAMS Stroke Program - Forrest City Medical Center — Aug 1, 2025
- Forrest City Medical Center Nationally Recognized for Its Role in Providing Quality Care for Severe Heart Attacks in East Arkansas - Forrest City Medical Center — Jul 28, 2025
- Four-year-old child dies in St. Francis County; investigation underway | Wynne Progress — Feb 26, 2026
- Breathe Easier: November Shines a Light on Early Detection for Lung Cancer and COPD - Forrest City Medical Center — Nov 1, 2025
- Arkansas hospital transitions to rural emergency hospital — Jul 8, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
More urgent care clinics in Forrest City
Access Medical Clinic is a private medical group offering primary, urgent, and walk-in care with 60+ locations nationwide, including Arkansas. In Arkansas, they operate in Ash Flat with at least 2 offices across the U.S., and provide family practice and urgent care services through a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and nurses. If you’re seeking Access Medical Clinic in Forrest City, AR, this source confirms the organization’s footprint in Arkansas and its broader multi-state network, but does not list a Forrest City location specifically. For a Forrest City visit, consider contacting their Ash Flat offices or checking their website and LinkedIn for potential nearby clinics or openings. Contact: +1 870 994 7488.
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