BRADFORD, PA — As part of the ongoing transition of services, Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) is reminding the community that its Emergency Department (ED) will officially close on Sunday morning, May 17, at 12:00 a.m.

Hospital leadership recognizes that this change may be difficult for patients, families and caregivers who have relied on emergency services in Bradford for many years. The organization remains committed to supporting the community through this transition with compassion, transparency and a continued focus on access to high-quality care.

“We understand the impact this change may have and are committed to helping patients navigate where to go for care moving forward,” hospital leadership said.

What This Means for Patients

Beginning Sunday morning, May 17 at 12:01 a.m., emergency services will no longer be available at BRMC. Patients experiencing a medical emergency should call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Emergency medical services (EMS) will continue to transport patients to the most appropriate facility for care.

Services Remaining Open

While the emergency department will close, several services will continue to operate at BRMC, ensuring ongoing access to outpatient care locally. These include primary care, pediatrics, general surgery, urology, orthopaedics and sports medicine, medical oncology, pain management and physical medicine rehab, cardiology and women’s health.

Additional services that will remain open include the Anita Herbert, MD, Occupational Health Center; The Pavilion skilled nursing facility; and Upbeat, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation. A laboratory blood draw station will continue operating Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and radiology services including mammography, ultrasound, x-ray and dexa services will be available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

These services will remain available to support the healthcare needs of the community and maintain continuity of care close to home.

Commitment to the Community

The transition reflects a broader effort to align services in a way that is sustainable and responsive to changing healthcare needs. BRMC remains dedicated to ensuring patients have access to appropriate levels of care, whether locally or within the regional system.

Hospital leaders continue negotiations with Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) to acquire the BRMC campus building and assume operations of The Pavilion, the 95-bed skilled nursing facility on the campus.

Patients with questions about services or where to seek care are encouraged to visit the transition information page at www.brmc-ogh.org/BRMC-transition/ or contact their healthcare provider for guidance.