May 26, 2022
The Newborn ICU and 3A recognized as top nursing units by HCA
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Emergency Services
Rapides Regional Medical Center is recognized as a Certified Primary Stroke Center and Accredited Chest Pain Center, Cycle III.
Cancer Treatment
Rapides Cancer Center is Central Louisiana’s first dedicated radiation therapy facility specializing in both inpatient and outpatient radiation.
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Rapides Regional Medical Center
a Central Louisiana hospital and emergency room
Rapides Regional Medical Center is an award-winning hospital in Alexandria, Louisiana that provides a wide array of care to 13 parishes across Central Louisiana. Our services range from the latest advances in Cardiac Care to minimally invasive Neurosurgery, and our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. View our average ER wait times above.
In 2012, Rapides Regional Medical Center became the first verified Level II Trauma Center in Louisiana. In addition, we operate the area's first Certified Stroke Center, offering comprehensive stroke care from the minute a patient walks through our door to the time they go home.
Founded in 1903 along the banks of the Red River, Rapides Regional represents a proud heritage of compassionate healthcare services coupled with the most advanced technology to date. With a continued emphasis on progressive care, Rapides Regional Medical Center has grown to meet the continually changing needs of our patients and the rapidly advancing technology of modern healthcare.
What's been happening around Rapides Regional Medical Center
Rapides Trauma Center adopts new blood testing method
Jun 09, 2022
Thromboelastography tells physicians how much blood product and what type of product a patient needs, faster than ever before.
Units of Distinction awards honor RRMC nursing units
Rapides Women's and Children's Hospital expands visitation
May 13, 2022
Rapides Women's and Children's Hospital has adjusted its visitation policy to allow siblings and family members more access to patients.
Labyrinth at RRMC to mark World Labyrinth Day
May 03, 2022
World Labyrinth Day will be celebrated May 7 at Rapides Regional Medical Center's new labyrinth.
RWCH newborn ICU celebrates baby's 100th day
Apr 28, 2022
The Newborn ICU staff recently celebrated a baby's 100th day.