Freestanding Emergency Room
open 24/7
We Work With All
Commercial Insurance
Board-Certified Physician
On Site 24/7
No Surprise Billing
Welcome to Family First ER
Since our founding we have been advancing our mission of providing our communities with access to compassionate care. Our patients will find care that combines both world-class medicine with renowned hospitality.
- Family First ER is a patient centered environment – which means you are at the center of everything we do and every decision we make.
- Family First ER is your partner in health providing a level of VIP service that all patients deserve.
- Family First ER is committed to providing fast, effective, and affordable immediate care for most illnesses. Most patients are seen, treated, and released in about 60 minutes.
Welcome to Family First ER
Since our founding we have become an integral part of the city, advancing our mission of providing access to compassionate care to our communities. Our patients will find care that combines both world-class medicine with renowned hospitality.
- Family First ER is a patient centered environment – which means you are at the center of everything we do and every decision we make.
- Family First ER is your partner in health providing a level of VIP service that all patients deserve.
- Family First ER is committed to providing fast, effective, and affordable immediate care for all (most?) illnesses. Most patients are seen, treated, and released in about 60 minutes.
Our Attitude
Quality Care, Luxury Feel
At Family First ER we pride ourselves in providing visitors with the most comfortable experience possible.
Amenities
The Family First Space
Family First ER was built from the ground up to meet our vision of a state of the art emergency room that felt open and hospitable.
The Latest Tech
The World’s Sharpest Diagnostics
Our top-of-the-line equipment represents the latest and greatest available to any free-standing ER. Every year we stay on top of emerging technology and invest in the diagnostic equipment that will allow us to diagnose disease with far more accuracy and certainty than has been possible in the past.Learn more
Our team is trained and ready to treat every kind of medical emergency. Almost all of our patients can get everything they need at our facility.
Those who will need additional or long-term care get seamlessly transferred to the nearest hospital via ambulance.
Why Choose Us
Family First ER provides emergency services you need at the time you need them.
We offer a full range of diagnostic testing and experienced medical staff to ensure that you and your family have an excellent healthcare experience.
On-Site Lab & Imaging
With an on-site laboratory and top tier imaging equipment for a CT Scan, Ultrasound, and X-Ray, we are a diagnostic powerhouse.
Work with all Commercial Insurance
If you are not fully covered, we’ll work with you and your provider to keep out of pocket costs minimal.
Open 24/7
Family First ER is a 24 hour clinic, open 365 days a year. Our tireless nurses and physicians are always at the ready.
Pediatrics
Your kids are our most important priority. We outfitted our pediatric suite to be comfortable for the entire family.
VIP Treatment
Built with luxury and comfort in mind, Family First ER strives to make every patient’s stay with us a memorable one.
Little Wait Time
Appointments are never needed at Family First ER, we are here to service your needs quickly and courteously.
You are welcome here
Cost Effective
We’re committed to keeping healthcare as affordable as possible. Has insurance denied your claim? We’ll file an appeal on your behalf.
Licensed Professionals
Our emergency physicians and nurses offer the highest-quality care you can find. They’re licensed, board-certified, and have decades of combined experience.
No Appointment Needed
We’re always open and always prepared to treat you and your loved ones – no appointments necessary. Simply walk in and you’ll be seen.
Our COVID-19 Response
Every patient receives masks as soon as they walk in the door. All of our staff members also wear masks and gloves. The lobby, treatment rooms, and diagnostic equipment are all sanitized after every patient. Please do not delay emergency care if you really need it: we’ve done everything we can to keep you safe during this unprecedented pandemic.
Our COVID-19 Response
Every patient receives masks and gloves as soon as they walk in the door. All of our staff members also wear masks and gloves. The lobby, treatment rooms, and diagnostic equipment are all sanitized after every patient. Please do not delay emergency care if you really need it: we’ve done everything we can to keep you safe during this unprecedented pandemic.Emergency Authorization
Managing Physicians
A-to-Z Treatment
Our team is trained and ready to treat every kind of medical emergency. Almost all of our patients can get everything they need right here. Those who will need additional or long-term care get seamlessly transferred to the nearest hospital via ambulance.
Services and Diagnostics
Dr. Anteneh Belay is an Emergency Room Doctor with over 19 years of experience. He is board certified in emergency medicine having met the rigorous requirements of the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He received his medical education at The Ohio State University College of Medicine graduating in 2003. Upon graduation, Dr. Belay…
You’re in good hands. Our caring team and top-notch technology lets us handle anyone and anything that comes through our doors.
With our state of of the art facility and equipment we can diagnose and treat a wide array of injuries and ailments.
Emergency Services
Family First ER in Baytown provides emergency services you need at the time you need them.
Trauma Services
Family First ER offers the full range of trauma services provided by experienced physicians and innovative equipment.
Diagnostic Imaging
Family First ER offers advanced imaging including ultrasound (sonography), CT (CAT) Scans, and digital X-rays.
Services and Diagnostics
Dr. Anteneh Belay is an Emergency Room Doctor with over 19 years of experience. He is board certified in emergency medicine having met the rigorous requirements of the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He received his medical education at The Ohio State University College of Medicine graduating in 2003. Upon graduation, Dr. Belay…
You’re in good hands. Our caring team and top-notch technology lets us handle anyone and anything that comes through our doors.
With our state of of the art facility and equipment we can diagnose and treat a wide array of injuries and ailments.
Emergency Services
Family First ER in Baytown provides emergency services you need at the time you need them.
Trauma Services
Family First ER offers the full range of trauma services provided by experienced physicians and innovative equipment.
Diagnostic Imaging
Family First ER offers advanced imaging including ultrasound (sonography), CT (CAT) Scans, and digital X-rays.
Years of Experience
Medical Specialists
Modern Rooms
Happy Patients
Prior to my experience at Family First I was terrified of Emergency Rooms. I came in for heart arrhythmia and the staff sprung to action and put me at ease immediately. I stayed overnight and left feeling like we were all old friends.
Michelle Henner
I brought my daughter straight into Family First after an unfortunate soccer injury. We were both super pleased with our stay! The care that she was given by the attending doctor and nursing staff was as though we were family.
Olivia Lamb
I had to visit Family First when life threw me a curve-ball, and from the moment I walked in everyone was extremely reassuring and professional. This was the friendliest medical establishment I've ever been in.
John Marco
Dr. Anteneh Belay is an Emergency Room Doctor with over 19 years of experience. He is board certified in emergency medicine having met the rigorous requirements of the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He received his medical education at The Ohio State University College of Medicine graduating in 2003. Upon graduation, Dr. Belay did his residency training in Emergency Medicine at New York Methodist Hospital where he gained expertise in the care of emergent conditions. Upon finishing training, Dr. Belay practiced emergency medicine in Northern Virginia for 2 years prior to moving to Houston, TX in 2008 where he has practiced in a variety of emergency settings. He has come to call Texas home and, when not working clinically, enjoys playing tennis, soccer, and travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
A freestanding ER (emergency room) is a medical facility that offers emergency medical services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is independent of a hospital (although it may be owned by one), and is regulated and licensed by the state. A freestanding ER, as its name implies, is not physically connected to a hospital.
Typically, freestanding ERs are placed in locations convenient for patients and offer shorter wait times than traditional ERs.
Urgent care facilities are equipped to handle only minor or routine medical issues. In many states, they are not regulated or licensed, and you may see a nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant rather than a doctor. Many urgent care facilities do not offer onsite radiology or laboratory services. Clinical capabilities may differ between facilities and services may be limited to specific hours of operation.
A freestanding ER is equipped to treat any and all adult and pediatric medical emergencies. It has onsite radiology and laboratory services. A radiologist is available to read X-rays and other images immediately. By law, a freestanding ER must be staffed with board-certified physicians.
You are only responsible for the copay or co-insurance required by your insurance provider.
If you don’t have insurance or do not wish to use it, we offer a discount when payment is made in full at the time of service. Also, we accept all major credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express.
If you cannot pay for services in full, we can discuss payment plan options.
Freestanding ERs have shorter wait-times than hospital-based emergency rooms. Family First ER prides itself on providing the shortest wait possible for every patient. You are seen promptly by a healthcare provider, often within minutes of your arrival.
Less than 10% of emergency room patients require admission to a hospital. However, if your case warrants hospitalization, we have transfer agreements with local ambulance services and hospitals for rapid transport for inpatient care.
If you do not require hospitalization but are unable to go home immediately after treatment, Family First ER provides up to 23 hours of observation. Our staff closely monitors your condition and offers ongoing treatment in a safe clinical setting.
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