Northwest Texas Healthcare System

Northwest Texas Healthcare System, located in Amarillo, Texas, has been a cornerstone of healthcare in the Texas Panhandle since 1924. As a 495-bed acute care facility, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services to over 500,000 residents in the region.

Comprehensive Medical Services

The hospital provides a wide array of services, including:

• Emergency Care: Designated as the Lead Trauma Facility for 26 counties in the Texas Panhandle, the hospital's emergency department treats over 64,000 patients annually. It operates three emergency locations: Northwest Emergency, Northwest Emergency at Town Square, and Northwest Emergency at Georgia.
• Heart and Vascular Center: Recognized nationally for its exceptional cardiac care, the center is an accredited Chest Pain Center offering rapid, evidence-based treatment for heart attacks and suspected heart attacks.
• Northwest Children's Hospital: Serving as the primary healthcare provider for children in the Panhandle, the hospital offers more than 40 pediatric subspecialties, providing comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Behavioral Health Services: The Pavilion at Northwest Texas Healthcare System provides inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Specialized programs are available for military personnel and first responders.

Community Engagement and Expansion

Beyond medical services, Northwest Texas Healthcare System is deeply committed to community health initiatives, educational programs, and support services. In 2024, the hospital celebrated its 100th anniversary, reflecting a century of dedicated service to the region.

In November 2023, the hospital broke ground on a new emergency department location at 4299 NW 4th Ave, with an anticipated opening in January 2025. This expansion aims to enhance emergency care accessibility for the community.

Accreditations and Recognitions

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services Regulatory Licensing Unit. It is also a Joint-Commission-certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center, underscoring its commitment to high-quality care.

Locations

The hospital's main campus is located at 1501 South Coulter Street, Amarillo, TX 79106.

Additional emergency department locations include:

• Northwest Emergency at Town Square
• Northwest Emergency at Georgia
• Northwest Emergency at Tascosa (under construction at 4299 NW 4th Ave, expected opening January 2025)
• Other locations in Amarillo, TX, USA