Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas

Hospital

Dell Seton Medical Center is the only Level I trauma facility serving Central Texas and is an accredited teaching hospital. It is also the fourth-busiest emergency department in Texas. This state-of-the-art facility was opened in 2017 and is recognized as a Certified Stroke Center and has been awarded Magnet Status for nursing excellence. The hospital serves as the primary safety net for the poor and uninsured as well as the primary teaching hospital for the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin.

Community

Austin is the capital of Texas, but it is better known to many as the “Live Music Capital of the World.” With vibrant entertainment and culture, inspiring cuisine and stunning outdoor settings, it's no wonder that Austin is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan regions in the nation. Nature trails, lakes, parks, and wilderness preserves offer exceptional recreational opportunities. The Austin area’s high-tech industry blends seamlessly with popular events such as the Austin City Limits Music Festival, SXSW, and the Formula One United States Grand Prix. The University of Texas, one of the largest universities in the nation, offers world-class arts and sporting events year round.

Emergency Department

• ED Volume: 54,000
• ED Beds: 53
• Observation Beds: 16
• Patients/Hour: 2.5
• Admission Rate: 22%
• Trauma Designation: Level I
• Coverage: 8 hour shifts with 48 hours of physician coverage and 24 hours of APP coverage
• Separate observation unit with 30 hours/day APP coverage
• Documentation: Cerner/CPOE and PowerNote
• The EMS Fellowship has been developed; first fellow to start July 2021
• In process of developing a Sports Medicine Fellowship

Observation Unit

• 16 bed obs unit with a dedicated staff of APPs        
• Approximately 6,000 patients/year