Most headaches are not dangerous — but some are medical emergencies. A sudden “worst-ever” headache, or one with fever, confusion, or weakness, needs immediate evaluation. Our ER offers on-site CT imaging and lab testing 24/7.
Headaches are one of the most common medical complaints — and most are tension headaches or migraines. But a small number signal something serious: bleeding in or around the brain, an aneurysm, meningitis, dangerously high blood pressure, or complications after a head injury.
The pattern matters. A headache that is sudden and explosive (“thunderclap”), different from any you’ve had before, or accompanied by neurological symptoms should be treated as an emergency.
Our emergency physicians can evaluate severe headaches immediately, with on-site CT imaging to rule out the dangerous causes — and effective treatment for severe migraines that won’t break.

Come to the ER immediately — or call 911 if you cannot travel safely — for a headache with any of the following:
Here’s how to decide where to go:
Fast diagnosis saves lives. Everything we need is on-site — no waiting for outside imaging or lab results.
Immediate on-site brain imaging to check for bleeding and other dangerous causes.
A structured evaluation of vision, strength, speech, reflexes, and coordination.
Blood testing for infection, inflammation, and other contributing conditions.
Because dangerously high blood pressure can cause severe headaches.
From check-in to relief — a clear, fast process designed around emergencies.
You’re seen quickly by our emergency team — serious symptoms are never left waiting.
A board-certified ER physician examines you and orders the right tests immediately.
Treatment begins on-site — from IV medication and fluids to stabilization and monitoring.
You leave with a diagnosis, a plan, and guidance — or coordinated hospital transfer if needed.
Severe headaches deserve extra urgency for:
Quick answers to what patients ask us most.
When it’s sudden and explosive, the worst you’ve ever had, follows a head injury, or comes with fever and stiff neck, confusion, weakness, vision changes, or seizures — come in immediately.
Yes. When a migraine won’t break with your usual treatment, we can provide IV migraine therapy, fluids, and anti-nausea medication — and rule out anything more serious.
If your symptoms suggest a possibly dangerous cause, yes — our CT scanner is on-site with fast results, so you get answers the same visit.
Any significant headache after a head injury should be evaluated — especially with vomiting, confusion, drowsiness, or if you take blood thinners.
No. We are a walk-in emergency room, open 24/7.

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