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# Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital

Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Location and Directions Get Directions Services and Programs Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital is Atlanta’s first hospital and was founded as Atlanta Hospital in 1880 by the Sisters of Mercy. For more than 140 years, our mission has remained the same: To provide approachable care for those in need.   Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital is home to several nationally ranked Centers of Excellence, offering the highest level of care. These include: Visitor Check-in & Name Tag Required To help keep patients, visitors and staff safe, all visitors are required to have a visible and valid name tag to enter patient care areas. To get a valid name tag, please stop at a self-service kiosk or a guest services desk to check in. A valid state-issued photo ID or passport is required at the self-service kiosk. No ID? Please visit guest services for assistance. Patients If entering through a main hospital entrance or trying to access a name tag-entry area such as the cafeteria, please see guest services for a quick print name tag. Cancer (Oncology) Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University is Georgia’s only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center. Winship offers leading-edge cancer care in Atlanta, and eligible patients have access to over 250 clinical trials. Emergency Care Our Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s always staffed with board-certified emergency medical physicians and nursing specialists. We treat patients for a variety of emergency medical conditions, both major and minor. The entire ED staff is committed to providing you with quality care in a private, comfortable setting. Gamma Knife The Gamma Knife™ Center embodies Saint Joseph's commitment to leading the region in both neurosurgical services as well as ensuring the highest possible level of care. The expert Gamma Knife team at Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta provides the most technologically advanced means of treating brain disorders. This unique combination makes Saint Joseph's the ideal choice for Gamma Knife surgery. Heart & Vascular Known for years as Atlanta's "heart hospital," Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital has a long history of leadership in cardiovascular care. Our patient- and family-centered, compassionate care philosophy, our outstanding outcomes, and innovative approach to prevention and treatment have earned us a national reputation as a center for cardiovascular excellence. Orthopaedics Orthopaedic and spine patients can access services at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Orthopaedics & Spine Pavilion. Our specialized teams are made up of orthopaedic and spine doctors, nurses and physical therapists. We offer minimally invasive and robotic-assisted approaches. The Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital Orthopaedics & Spine Pavilion is located in the Harold Harrison Pavilion on the ground floor. Pulmonary Rehabilitation Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital provides pulmonary rehabilitation  for patients with shortness of breath caused by a chronic lung condition. Treatments combine exercise and education on how to best manage breathing. Radiology & Imaging At Emory Healthcare Radiology & Imaging, we’re committed to delivering exceptional care through advanced imaging technology and a compassionate, team-based approach. Whether you're visiting us for a routine X-ray or a more specialized procedure, our expert radiologists work closely with you and your doctor to ensure accurate results and personalized care. With convenient locations across metro Atlanta, we make it easy to access high-quality diagnostic services backed by leading research and clinical expertise. View all Radiology & Imaging Services Services CT scan CT scan (Cardiac) Fluoroscopy Interventional radiology MRI MRI (Cardiac) Nuclear medicine Nuclear medicine (Cardiac) Ultrasound X-ray Hours We offer appointments weekdays. Please contact us to schedule an appointment that works best for you at  404-778-XRAY (9729) . Holiday Closures: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Thu & Fri), Christmas Day Additional Info (Parking, etc.) The Blue parking deck will provide you the closest access to the hospital. Use the main entrance to the hospital for easiest access; be sure to register at the main registration desk in the main lobby. Urology The urologists who make up the team at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital are experts in their field, bringing academic- and research-based innovation to the clinical forefront. The capabilities of our urologists are extended through our close association with the Urology Specialists of Atlanta, a private practice based at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital. Combined, the team offers a broad range of general and specialized urologic expertise in areas of treatment such as robotic surgery, reconstructive urology, men’s health and infertility, urologic oncology (including our Active Surveillance program for low-risk prostate cancer patients) and female incontinence and pelvic surgery. Visconti Center for Robotics Saint Joseph's Visconti Center for Robotics offers patients the latest in minimally invasive surgical approaches through the use of the da Vinci surgical system from Intuitive Surgical, Inc. Saint Joseph's is one of the few hospitals in the nation to offer robotic surgery for patients undergoing a wide variety of cardiac, thoracic, urological, gynecological and oncology procedures. Patient & Visitor Information Our visiting hours are 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. To contact a patient inside the hospital, please call 678-843-7001 . To contact a patient outside the hospital, please call 678-843-4+room number. To reach Guest Services, please call 678-843-7001 . Get more patient & visitor information About Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital What started in a small house is now a 32-acre campus in north Atlanta. Today, Emory Saint Joseph’s is considered one of the top specialty-referral hospitals in the Southeast. Physicians come from around the world to train here. Although we’ve grown from our humble beginnings, our values haven’t changed. Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital provides exceptional care in the spirit of loving service. History of Saint Joseph’s hospital Awards & Recognition First community hospital in the world to earn seven straight Magnet® designations for nursing professionalism, teamwork and quality in patient care Named a Top 25 hospital in the U.S. for hip and knee replacements by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) More resources Volunteer at Emory Saint Joseph’s Patient Resources at Emory Healthcare Disclaimer If you are having a medical emergency, call 9-1-1. Our priority is to treat each person who comes to an emergency room (ER) as safely and quickly as possible. Patients are not seen on a first-come, first-served basis. Patients are triaged at arrival and seen in priority order based on the seriousness of their condition and reason for visit. Because new patients arrive frequently, this is not a guarantee and your personal experience may vary from the posted times. Emergency Room wait times are updated every 5 minutes and wait time is defined as the time of patient arrival until the patient is escorted into an exam room. This information is provided for informational purposes only. Loading Contact Us 5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Atlanta, GA 30342 Appointments : 678-843-7001 Get Directions Links in this Section Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Latest News News Strengthening food security across Emory is focus of this year’s National Nutrition Month Emory Food and Nutrition Services teams have responded to feedback by expanding food availability and accessibility for employees across shifts and locations. Efforts include setting up several food pantries. Read Full Article Clinical Trials About Our Clinical Trials Emory doctors do more than practice medicine – they advance it. Through research and clinical trials, we’re developing new and better ways to prevent and treat disease.  View Clinical Trials Blog Advancing Your Health Your opportunity to interact with doctors, staff and patients. View Our Blog Emory Clinic About Our Clinics Our physicians and surgeons are responsible for some of the most significant innovations and treatments in the country. Learn About Our Clinics