The center is Alabama's only emergency department certified to have 100% pediatric readiness as determined by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
About University Hospital
USA Health University Hospital is an acute care facility serving as the major referral center for southwest Alabama, southeast Mississippi and portions of northwest Florida. We offer centers for Level I trauma, burn, stroke, cardiovascular disease and sickle cell disease. As a teaching and research facility for the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama, University Hospital plays a key role in the development of new technology, treatments and training of future healthcare professionals. The hospital also includes outpatient care services such as cardiology, medicine and surgery.
University Hospital is a member of the American Hospital Association.
Visitation Policies
To ensure the safety of our patients and employees, visitors are required to provide a photo ID to enter University Hospital. Additional requirements are outlined in the full University Hospital Visitation Policy [PDF].