Medically reviewed by the West Village ER Medical Team
If you are experiencing persistent, worsening, or severe abdominal pain, visit West Village ER for prompt emergency evaluation. Upon arrival, you’ll be taken directly to a private treatment room, where one of our board-certified emergency physicians will assess your symptoms and begin treatment without unnecessary delays.
If additional testing is needed, we offer comprehensive on-site diagnostic services, including CT scans, ultrasound, X-rays, and a full-service laboratory. Most test results are available within the hour, allowing your physician to diagnose your condition and develop an appropriate treatment plan during the same visit.
As a fully equipped standalone emergency room, West Village ER provides the same advanced emergency capabilities as a hospital emergency department, with experienced physicians, advanced imaging, and comprehensive laboratory services available 24/7.
If your abdominal pain is sudden, severe, or accompanied by fever, persistent vomiting, dizziness, fainting, or other concerning symptoms, seek emergency medical care immediately.
Why West Village ER for Abdominal Pain
When something is wrong with your abdomen, you want fast answers from the right people. Our ER doctors are experienced and handle emergencies like this every day. We’re right here in West Houston, close by and ready. Here’s what you get when you walk in:
- Board-Certified Emergency Physicians on Every Shift
Our emergency department is staffed by board-certified emergency physicians around the clock, providing expert evaluation and treatment when you need it most. - Advanced On-Site Imaging
With CT and ultrasound services available on-site, we can perform necessary imaging and have your results reviewed by your physician during the same visit. - Comprehensive In-House Laboratory Services
Our full-service laboratory performs blood work, urinalysis, rapid diagnostic panels, and cultures on-site, helping your physician make timely decisions about your care. - Open 24/7/365
We are available every day of the year, including nights, weekends, and holidays, so emergency care is always accessible. - No Appointment or Referral Required
Walk in anytime and receive prompt emergency evaluation by our medical team.
Abdominal Conditions We Evaluate
Stomach pain can come from a lot of different organs. Our ER team checks for and treats all of the following:
- Appendicitis
- Kidney stones
- Gallbladder disease and gallstones
- Pancreatitis
- Hernia
- GI bleed
- Bowel obstruction
- Stomach ulcers
- Food poisoning and gastroenteritis
- Diverticulitis
- Bladder infections and UTIs with abdominal involvement
- Ovarian cysts and pelvic pain
- Abdominal infections and abscesses
- Constipation with severe discomfort
We connect patients to our full range of emergency services and use on-site imaging and lab services to reach a diagnosis fast.
Where abdominal pain is located can matter. Right-sided, left-sided, upper, or lower abdominal pain may point to different causes, so our physicians may use lab work, CT, ultrasound, or other testing to help identify what is happening.
Warning Signs That Need Emergency Care
Some symptoms mean you should come in right away. Don’t wait if you or a family member has:
- Sudden, severe abdominal pain that does not improve
- An abdomen that feels rigid or board-like to the touch
- Vomiting blood or blood in the stool
- A fever above 101°F with abdominal pain
- Abdominal pain with trouble breathing or chest pressure
- Unexplained swelling in the abdomen
- Pain after a recent abdominal injury or surgery
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting with stomach pain
What to Expect When You Arrive
- Check in at the front desk. A member of our team registers you right away. There’s no long intake line. You talk to a person, not a form.
- An ER doctor sees you quickly. The doctor starts evaluating your symptoms right away. Any imaging or lab orders go in during that first exam, not after a long wait.
- Diagnosis and a clear plan. Once your results are back, your ER doctor walks you through what was found and what happens next, whether that’s treatment here or follow-up care we help arrange.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I go to the ER for abdominal pain?
Come in if your pain is severe, sudden, or getting worse, especially if it comes with a fever, vomiting blood, a rigid abdomen, or trouble breathing. Pain that’s lasted more than a few hours without letting up should be checked too.
What causes abdominal pain?
It can come from your stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, or reproductive organs. Common causes include appendicitis, kidney stones, gallstones, infections, ulcers, hernias, and bowel problems. We usually need a physical exam plus a CT, ultrasound, or lab work to find the cause.
How is abdominal pain diagnosed in the ER?
Your ER doctor does a physical exam and orders the right tests for your symptoms. That usually means blood work, urinalysis, and imaging like a CT scan or ultrasound, all available on-site. Most results come back during the same visit.
Can children come in for abdominal pain?
Yes. We treat patients of all ages. If your child has severe or lasting stomach pain, bring them in. Our ER physicians evaluate kids the same way they evaluate adults, with imaging adjusted for age and weight.
Is stomach pain always a sign of something serious?
Not always, but it’s not worth guessing on your own. Pain that’s severe, sudden, or paired with a fever or vomiting needs to be checked. Let our doctors find the cause. That’s what we’re here for.
Can abdominal pain be treated without admission?
Yes. Some patients are treated and discharged, while others may need additional medical care depending on the cause and severity.
Is abdominal pain in children treated in the ER?
Yes. Children with severe, worsening, or persistent abdominal pain can be evaluated in the ER.
West Houston patients from Jersey Village, Fairbanks, Bear Creek Village, Carverdale, and Memorial trust West Village ER for abdominal emergencies around the clock. Walk in any time. No appointment needed, 24/7/365.