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[quote=Anonymous]Depends on how much of an emergency and how hard to get there.

We live in NW DC.  For lacerations that stopped bleeding but needed stitches/cleaning, we went to Georgetown ER.  (An example for PP who didn't understand why you may need an emergency room, but not a medical emergency.  Real medical emergency - call ambulance).  When we called our ped for the lacerations, they said NOT to go to Sibley b/c no ped staff.  One time, our ped said to go to Children's.  Other time they said whatever, Georgetown fine.  During rush hour it would have been so hard to get to Children's and non emergency.  Georgetown was an easier drive than trying to get across to Children's.  And closer than Suburban (our other option). Our doctor had previously said Suburban was good too.  So, it just depends on the situation and where you are.  (we keep a first aid kit in the car)

We were happy with Georgetown ER.  One ped nurse did a [i]terrific[/i] job of preparing DD for the procedure and then distracting DD.  I was so very impressed and learned from it (nurse first "cleaned" DD's doll just like what nurse would be doing and explained).  So helps to have ER that works with kids.

Georgetown patient advocate came by to offer DVD player.  Good distraction.  (we thought our iphone had her movies but we couldn't view (can't remember why our tech issue, but they have wifi there you have to ask for password.)

Once we went around 8pm on a weeknight and were there for 4 hrs just for stitches.  But other time, we were there at 6pm on a weeknight and done within 2 hrs for stitches.  When we walked out, it was packed!

Something to keep in mind:  be prepared for an ER trip.  Since there were 2 of us getting DD out the door to ER, I had time to think about what we may need so I packed a bag for her with pouches/snacks/drink and her favorite books/toys for distraction.  Also, our first trip to ER was gross.  Waiting room was pretty full so DH stayed in waiting room to hear us get called.  DD and I stayed outside which was interesting with the ambulances and stuff.  Person next to DH threw up.  Easier to keep DD entertained outside and as it turns out less gross.

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