When a medical emergency strikes, every second counts. That’s why the Emergency Unit at Johannesburg Surgical Hospital (JSH) stands ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Equipped with advanced facilities and staffed by highly skilled doctors and nurses, the unit is prepared to respond immediately to any emergency—big or small.

Round-the-Clock Expertise

Emergencies rarely happen at convenient times. At JSH, patients have the reassurance of knowing that doctors, nurses, and specialists are always on call. Whether it’s a cardiac event or an unexpected complication, the Emergency Unit ensures patients are seen immediately, and if surgery or further intervention is required the hospital’s operating theatres and support teams are ready without delay.

Cardiologist Dr Rob Lebrandt explains:

“The Emergency Unit at Johannesburg Surgical Hospital is open around the clock. When a patient presents with chest pain or a suspected heart attack, they are treated immediately. If life-saving surgery is needed, the cardiology and theatre teams are already prepared.”

State-of-the-Art Facilities, Personalised Care

JSH’s Emergency Unit is backed by advanced diagnostic tools, radiology support, and direct access to specialist surgeons. But more than that, it offers patients a calm, professional environment where care is both efficient and compassionate. Families and patients can feel confident knowing that the hospital has both the technology and the human expertise to manage critical situations.

Always Ready, Always Here

The Emergency Unit at JSH is a safety net for the community. It operates on a simple but powerful promise: to be ready for anything, at any time, for anyone who needs it.

Because when every minute matters, JSH’s Emergency Unit makes the difference.