Emergency & Trauma

24hr Emergency & Trauma Unit
Emergency Unit Pietermaritzburg

Home Centres of Excellence Emergency & Trauma Department

 033 341 5010

Why choose our MSPH Emergency & Trauma Department?

Our professional team of trauma doctors is trained and skilled in delivering emergency treatment to a broad spectrum of inbound patients.

Pietermaritzburg Emergency Unit

Our unit is supported by highly skilled nurses and specialist physicians. They evaluate, triage, treat, stabilise and commence the health management of patients who have come to the unit with a serious illness or injury.

Patients visit our emergency unit with conditions that include:

  • injuries from accidents, physical assaults, or falls
  • heart attack, chest pain and stroke
  • problems with breathing or bleeding
  • broken limbs
  • burns
  • drug overdoses, poisoning and allergic reactions
  • pregnancy complications
  • mental illness

Collaborative Emergency Medical Ambulance Service

In November 2023, Midlands Specialist Private Hospital and Mi7 National Group’s Emergency Medical Services division officially announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing service delivery and patient care in the area.

Our jointly co-branded ambulance, symbolizing the synergy between Midlands Specialist Private Hospital and Mi7 National Group’s EMS Division, is custom-designed, adorned with the logos of both organizations and represents the collaborative spirit and commitment to healthcare excellence.

Best of PMB & Midlands Honours

We are incredibly proud that our MSPH Emergency & Trauma Department was recognised in the Best of PMB Awards 2025, receiving top honours as Best Hospital and Best Emergency Services in 2025.

Dr Hasinah Asmal