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Sudden face drooping, one-sided weakness, slurred speech, trouble understanding, vision changes, or a sudden severe headache can be warning signs of a stroke. This is not a wait-and-see situation. Call 911 immediately.
Call 911 right away if you notice:
If you can, note the time symptoms started. That detail can affect treatment decisions.
Even if symptoms improve, do not ignore them
A TIA is often called a “mini-stroke,” but it should not be treated like a minor problem. It can cause stroke-like symptoms for a short time and then improve—but it still needs same-day emergency evaluation.
What a stroke is
A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked by a clot or when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures. In both cases, brain tissue is deprived of oxygen, and damage can begin within minutes. That is why early action matters so much.
What Post Oak ER can do for stroke symptoms
When someone arrives with possible stroke symptoms, the priority is rapid assessment and stabilization. At Post Oak ER, that may include an immediate exam, neurologic evaluation, vital signs, blood sugar check, on-site CT imaging, lab work, IV treatment, and cardiac evaluation as clinically appropriate. The goal is to quickly determine whether symptoms may be due to stroke, bleeding in the brain, or another serious emergency and move to the next step without delay.
Why timing matters
Stroke treatment is highly time-sensitive. For some eligible patients with ischemic stroke, clot-busting medicine may be considered within 4.5 hours of symptom onset. Some patients with large-vessel clots may also qualify for mechanical thrombectomy within up to 24 hours, depending on imaging and the clinical picture. Not every patient qualifies, and some advanced interventions are performed at hospital stroke centers, which is why emergency evaluation should happen immediately.
When higher-level hospital stroke care may be needed
Post Oak ER is a freestanding emergency room, not an inpatient hospital. If a patient needs admission or higher-level hospital stroke services, transfer to an appropriate hospital may be arranged. That is normal emergency care planning—not a reason to delay getting evaluated.
Stroke symptoms people wait too long to check
Not every stroke looks dramatic at first. Some people ignore early symptoms because they think it is fatigue, dizziness, a migraine, or low blood sugar. If a symptom is sudden, unusual, and especially one-sided, it needs emergency attention.
Common stroke risk factors
Some major stroke risk factors include high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, high cholesterol, atrial fibrillation, obesity, inactivity, and prior stroke or TIA. While not every stroke is preventable, controlling these risk factors can lower the chance of a future event.
Whether you’re in Westchase, Midtown, or the Heights, getting to Post Oak ER is simple. We’re centrally located near major Houston routes like I‑610 and San Felipe — just a short drive from Memorial Park and River Oaks. Many patients reach us via Westheimer or Woodway Dr., depending on their neighborhood.
We accept most major insurance plans and also welcome self-pay patients with transparent, upfront pricing. Many Memorial-area patients visit us using Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Molina, and United Healthcare.
Yes. We’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our freestanding ER model is designed to minimize or eliminate wait times so you’re seen fast.
No. Walk in anytime. If it’s an emergency, come straight in or call ahead and we’ll be ready: 832-581-2277.
5018 San Felipe St, Houston, TX 77056 — near The Galleria/Uptown. Free, convenient parking right by the entrance.
Yes. Our board-certified emergency physicians care for all ages, including pediatric emergencies.
Chest pain, shortness of breath, severe headache/migraine, abdominal pain, injuries and fractures, cuts requiring stitches, high fever, dehydration, allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and more. If you believe it’s life-threatening, call 911.
Yes. We offer on-site CT scans, digital X-rays, and a full laboratory, so most tests and results are done during your visit.
Absolutely. We routinely see patients from Uptown, The Galleria, River Oaks, Tanglewood, and Memorial.
A photo ID, insurance card (if available), a list of medications/allergies, and any recent medical records you have.
We accept most major private insurance plans. Coverage varies by plan; our team will help verify benefits and discuss any out-of-pocket costs. Questions? Call 832-581-2277.
Urgent care handles minor illnesses/injuries. ERs have advanced imaging, lab, medications, and emergency physicians for time-sensitive or severe conditions (e.g., chest pain, severe abdominal pain, serious injury, difficulty breathing).
Yes. If inpatient care or surgery is required, we coordinate a direct transfer to the appropriate hospital.
Times vary by condition and testing, but our no-wait intake and on-site diagnostics help you get answers and treatment as quickly as possible.