MUSC Health Black River Medical Center receives Pediatric Ready Emergency Department Designation

MUSC is now a Pediatric Ready Emergency Department. Photo provided MUSC Health Black River Medical Center is proud to announce it has been designated as a Pediatric Ready Emergency Department by the South Carolina EMS for Children Advisory Committee. This prestigious designation recognizes the hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality, family-centered emergency care that meets rigorous national guidelines for pediatric health care. The designation illustrates readiness to deliver specialized emergency services to children and families in the region. By meeting these standards, MUSC Health Black River Medical Center now joins an elite group of health care facilities across South Carolina prioritizing child-focused emergency response capabilities and preparedness. It is one of only 10 Pediatric Ready Emergency Departments in South Carolina, and one of two in the Pee Dee Region. “This designation reinforces our commitment to every child and family who walks through our doors,” said Allen Abernethy, executive director of Black River Medical Center. “Our team has continuously worked to ensure that we meet and exceed the highest standards of pediatric emergency care, providing peace of mind in our community.” A Pediatric Ready Emergency Department is ready to handle the unique needs of children during medical emergencies, equipped with specially trained...