For a cold, a sprain or a prescription refill, an urgent care clinic or a 24-hour pharmacy will see you faster than an emergency room. Save the hospital for serious emergencies, and call 911 if it could be life-threatening. Below are the hospitals, clinics and pharmacies closest to Uptown and Downtown Dallas.
Where to go in Dallas: quick medical guide
- Minor illness (cold, flu, minor injury, UTI): Go to an urgent care clinic such as CareNow or NextCare. No appointment needed at most locations.
- Prescription refill: Head to a 24-hour pharmacy, such as the Walgreens at 3418 McKinney Ave in Uptown.
- Serious emergency (chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, major bleeding, seizures, loss of consciousness): Call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room. Do not drive yourself.
- Poison exposure: Call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 immediately, any time of day or night.
Emergency rooms near Uptown and Downtown Dallas
Parkland Memorial Hospital at 5200 Harry Hines Blvd is the county's Level I trauma center and one of the busiest ERs in North Texas.
It is about 10 minutes by car from Uptown Dallas and is accessible via the DART Green and Orange lines to the Parkland station. The ER operates 24 hours a day, every day. Call 214-590-8000 for general information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center at 5323 Harry Hines Blvd is adjacent to Parkland and handles complex cases with specialist coverage around the clock. Travelers staying in the Medical District or Oak Lawn neighborhoods are within a short drive. Phone: 214-648-3111.
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, Uptown at 2727 East Lemmon Ave is a hospital with an emergency room in Uptown, near Oak Lawn, listed among Baylor Scott & White's 24/7 emergency rooms. Phone: 214-443-3000.
Methodist Dallas Medical Center at 1441 North Beckley Ave serves travelers in the Oak Cliff and southern Downtown areas. It is a Level I trauma center with a 24-hour ER. Phone: 214-947-8181.
Urgent care in Uptown
CareNow Urgent Care, Uptown at 2404 McKinney Ave covers travelers staying along the McKinney Avenue corridor in Uptown Dallas.
It's open seven days a week and takes walk-ins, and you can also check in online at carenow.com. Phone: 214-721-0630. Uninsured visit costs are mid-range for urgent care; confirm current pricing directly with the clinic.
For travelers in Deep Ellum or the Arts District without a car, a rideshare to the Uptown CareNow is the simplest option.
Dallas hospitals and urgent care at a glance
| Facility | Type | Neighborhood served | Hours | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkland Memorial Hospital | Level I trauma / ER | Medical District, near Uptown | 24/7 | 214-590-8000 |
| Baylor Scott & White, Uptown | Hospital / ER | Uptown Dallas, Oak Lawn | 24/7 | 214-443-3000 |
| Methodist Dallas Medical Center | Level I trauma / ER | Downtown Dallas, Oak Cliff | 24/7 | 214-947-8181 |
| UT Southwestern Medical Center | Academic medical center / ER | Medical District | 24/7 | 214-648-3111 |
| CareNow Urgent Care, Uptown | Urgent care | Uptown Dallas | Open 7 days; call for hours | 214-721-0630 |
24-hour pharmacies near Uptown and Downtown Dallas
Walgreens, Uptown at 3418 McKinney Ave is on Walgreens' list of 24-hour pharmacies in Dallas, with a short pharmacy break from 1:30 to 2 a.m. Phone: 214-922-9283.
The pharmacy counter hours can differ from the store hours, so call ahead to confirm.
For prescription transfers from out of state, both CVS and Walgreens can process transfers through their apps. Download the CVS app or the Walgreens app before your trip to speed up the process.
Practical tips for getting medical care in Dallas
Use DART to reach the Medical District. Travelers without a car can take the DART Green or Orange Line to the Parkland station, which is near both Parkland Memorial Hospital and UT Southwestern. Check schedules at dart.org.
Check in online before you arrive at urgent care. CareNow and NextCare both let you reserve a spot in line through their websites or apps.
Carry your insurance card and a photo ID. Dallas urgent care clinics and hospital ERs ask for both at check-in. If you have travel insurance, photograph your policy number and the claims phone number before you leave home. Most Dallas facilities accept major U.S. insurance plans, but if you're visiting from abroad, expect to pay upfront and file for reimbursement later.
For non-emergency prescription needs in Deep Ellum or the Arts District, the 24-hour Walgreens at 3418 McKinney Ave in Uptown is a short rideshare away.
Call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 for any suspected poisoning. The line runs 24 hours and connects you to a specialist who can tell you whether you need to go to an ER or handle the situation at home. Save the number in your phone now.
Getting rid of unused medication
Unused prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications can be dropped off at no cost at any DEA-authorized collection site, including many Dallas-area CVS and Walgreens locations.
Official sources for medical help in Dallas
- Dallas County Health and Human Services: the county's public health authority, with clinic locations and public health alerts for travelers.
- Texas Department of State Health Services: statewide health guidance, disease outbreak notices, and licensed facility lookups.
- DART Trip Planner: plan your transit route to the Medical District or any Dallas hospital using the official DART tool.
- Poison Control Center: 1-800-222-1222, available 24 hours for poisoning emergencies anywhere in the U.S.
Getting care as a visitor
For anything minor (a refill, a sprain, a fever) an urgent-care clinic or 24-hour pharmacy is faster and cheaper than an emergency room, and Dallas has both across downtown and the Medical District. Carry your insurance card and a list of any medications, and save the nearest hospital's number for true emergencies.
Frequently asked questions
What's the closest hospital to Uptown Dallas?＋
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center at 2727 East Lemmon Ave is a hospital with an emergency room in Uptown, near Oak Lawn, listed among Baylor Scott & White's 24/7 emergency rooms. For a Level I trauma center, Parkland Memorial Hospital is about 10 minutes away by car or reachable via the DART Green Line to the Parkland station.
Where's the nearest 24-hour pharmacy in Downtown Dallas?＋
Walgreens' list of 24-hour pharmacies in Dallas doesn't include a Downtown store. The closest on it is at 3418 McKinney Ave in Uptown (214-922-9283), a short rideshare from Downtown hotels.
What's the best urgent care option near Deep Ellum or the Arts District?＋
CareNow Urgent Care at 2404 McKinney Ave in Uptown is the closest clinic we could confirm for travelers in Deep Ellum or the Arts District, a short rideshare away. You can check in online at carenow.com to avoid a long wait. For anything involving chest pain, difficulty breathing, or other severe symptoms, go directly to an ER or call 911.
Can I get a prescription refill in Dallas if my doctor is out of state?＋
CVS and Walgreens can transfer prescriptions from out-of-state pharmacies through their apps or by phone. Bring your prescription bottle or the prescribing doctor's contact information. Texas law lets a pharmacist refill a prescription without the prescriber's authorization, up to a 72-hour supply, when the prescriber can't be reached and going without would interrupt treatment. It doesn't cover Schedule II controlled substances. Call the pharmacy ahead of time to confirm.
What's the fastest way to reach a Dallas hospital without a car?＋
The DART Green and Orange lines stop at the Parkland station, which is near Parkland Memorial Hospital and UT Southwestern Medical Center. For Baylor Scott & White in Uptown, a rideshare from most Uptown or Downtown hotels takes under 10 minutes. In a true emergency, call 911 and let paramedics come to you.
What should I do if I'm exposed to a poison or toxic substance in Dallas?＋
Call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 right away. The line operates 24 hours and connects you to a specialist who can assess the situation and tell you whether you need emergency care. If the person is unconscious, having seizures, or cannot breathe, call 911 first.
