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Summary: Grand Strand Medical Center (HCA) is a full-service hospital in Myrtle Beach, SC, with a history dating to 1978. It operates a Level I trauma center with two free-standing ERs and provides extensive pediatric care, including a dedicated pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), and a pediatric-focused emergency department. The facility emphasizes specialties in cardiology, oncology, women's health, and features advanced imaging and breast cancer services. It is part of HCA Healthcare and is located at 809 82nd Parkway, Myrtle Beach. The hospital has over 300 beds, a wide range of allied health roles, and is recognized for chest pain, knee/hip replacement, sepsis, and stroke care by the Joint Commission. Nearby and expanding access, including freestanding ERs in North Myrtle Beach and Little River, indicate a growing pediatric and emergency care footprint in the Grand Strand region. If you’re seeking a Pediatric ER in Myrtle Beach, Grand Strand Medical Center is positioned as a leading option with a dedicated PICU and pediatric emergency resources.

Clinic Type

Pediatrics

Address

Pediatric ER, Grand Strand Health, Myrtle Beach, SC

Phone

Call Consult-A-Nurse®: (844) 706-8773

Email

GSMC.PFAC@hcahealthcare.com

Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Emergency Care

Pediatric emergency care, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, 24/7 care

Services Offered

  • pediatric emergency care
  • pediatric emergency department
  • level II pediatric trauma center
  • PICU and inpatient pediatric care
  • pediatric sedation services for imaging
  • pet therapy
  • child life specialists
  • play area with child-sized furniture
  • music therapy
  • child-friendly menus
  • family-centered care
  • 24/7 pediatric care
  • adult-sized care not suited for children (context)

Technology & Equipment

  • MRI
  • CT
  • ultrasound
  • Pediatric-specific medical equipment

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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FAQs

What makes the pediatric ER at Grand Strand Health unique?

Kid-friendly ER with child-sized equipment, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and specialized pediatric staff.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • Yelp (Grand Strand Medical Center): 2.2 stars (138 reviews)
  • Birdeye (South Strand Medical Center Emergency Room): 4.3 stars (56 reviews)
  • Birdeye (Grand Strand Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine): 3.8 stars (112 reviews)

Patients praise

  • Child-focused emergency care with child-sized equipment and child life specialist
  • Dedicated child-friendly emergency department features specialized treatment rooms and pediatric support
  • Some reviewers praise staff professionalism and caring/quick response in the ER

Common complaints

  • Low overall satisfaction reported on Yelp reviews for the hospital ER experience
  • Some reviews describe poor bedside manner and negative treatment experiences

"“We were just seen in the Children's Care ER and the staff were fantastic!”"

— Yelp – Grand Strand Medical Center

"“Still OUTSTANDING! Dr. Ryan, the nurses and techs were all so great. Could not ask for better care… professional, knowledgeable, caring and quick to respond.”"

— Birdeye – South Strand Medical Center Emergency Room

"“Very disappointed. Daughter tested positive for Covid and GS Peds refused to see her or help in any way.”"

— Birdeye – Grand Strand Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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