If you were injured in or near Sunset Park, getting medical care should be your top priority. NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn is one of Brooklyn’s leading medical centers, offering a wide range of services from emergency and trauma care to specialized outpatient treatment. Whether you’re a patient preparing for a visit or a loved one looking to offer support, here’s everything you need to know before you arrive.
Location & Contact Information
NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood at:
150 55th St.
Brooklyn, NY 11220
Main Phone: 718-630-7000
For department-specific inquiries, use the following direct lines:
- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Emergency Medicine, Emergency Department: 718-630-7185
- Trauma Center: 718-630-6336
- Radiology: 718-630-7400
What to Expect as a Patient
NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn is a designated Level 1 Trauma Center, equipped to handle the most serious and complex medical emergencies 24/7. Trauma response and critical care are led by the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Emergency Medicine, with support from advanced radiology and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services.
Support During Your Visit
Adult patients may be accompanied by up to two support people during the intake process. These individuals may briefly rejoin the patient during recovery and again at discharge. While waiting, visitors are asked to remain in the designated waiting area. In certain situations, the clinical team may make exceptions when it is medically necessary for the patient’s well-being.
Language Assistance
If you need an oral or written translator, please inform a member of your Care Team. Language support services are available to ensure clear communication throughout your visit.
Questions About Hospital Policies
For questions regarding hospital policies, you can call 718-630-7314, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visiting a Loved One at NYU Langone–Brooklyn
To help ensure a safe and supportive environment for all patients, the hospital maintains the following visitor guidelines:
General Visiting Hours
Adult patients may have up to two visitors from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. One visitor is permitted to stay overnight from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Emergency Department
Patients in the Emergency Department may have one support person at their bedside. This may include a family member, caregiver, or another individual of the patient’s choosing.
Pediatric Patients
Pediatric patients may have up to two support people at their bedside, such as a parent, grandparent, or designated family care partner. At least one support person must be 18 years of age or older.
Important Note
Age restrictions for visitors may apply. Because guidelines can change, it is strongly recommended that you call ahead at 718-630-7000 to confirm the current visitor policy before your visit.
Dining Options
Visitors and patients have access to convenient on-site dining throughout the hospital.
The Café (First Floor)
Located on the first floor, the Café offers a variety of buffet-style meal options, making it a quick and convenient choice during your visit.
Coffee Shop (Second Floor, Main Lobby)
For a more relaxed setting, the Coffee Shop on the second floor of the main lobby provides a comfortable space to enjoy a meal, coffee, or a short break during a longer stay.
Directions
By Car
Turn right onto 2nd Ave. Turn left onto 65th St. Take a sharp left onto the ramp for I-278 E. Merge onto Belt Pkwy./Leif Ericson Dr./Shore Pkwy. Merge onto I-278 E. Use the left two lanes to take Exit 25 toward Battery Tunnel/Manhattan. Merge onto I-478 N. Use the middle two lanes to take the exit toward NY-9A N/West St. Turn right onto NY-9A N/West St. Turn right onto Harrison St. Turn left onto Hudson St. We’re on the left.
By Train
Start walking toward the 53rd St. station. Head toward 2nd Ave. Turn left onto 4th Ave. Take the R Broadway Local train toward Forest Hills-71st Ave. Get off at Jay St.-MetroTech. Take the A 8th Avenue Express train toward Inwood-207th St. Get off at Canal St. Exit via 6th Ave. and W. Broadway. Head toward Lispenard St. Take a slight right onto W. Broadway. Take a slight right onto Beach St. Continue onto Ericsson Pl. Turn right onto Hudson St.
After Receiving the Care You Need, Get the Legal Help You Deserve
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