After an accident in Brooklyn, seeking medical care as soon as possible is one of the most important steps you can take. Even if your injuries seem minor at first, many serious conditions, such as concussions, internal bleeding, or spinal injuries, may not show symptoms immediately. Prompt medical attention helps protect your health, creates a clear record of your injuries, and ensures you receive the treatment you need to begin recovering. The Brooklyn Hospital Center is a local option for emergency and non-emergency care.
Where Is The Brooklyn Hospital Center?
The Brooklyn Hospital Center (TBHC) is located in Kings County at:
121 DeKalb Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Parking at The Brooklyn Hospital Center
Visitor valet parking is available at the corner of DeKalb Ave. and Ashland Pl. on:
- Monday-Friday: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Saturday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
There are other garages nearby. All require payment.
What Services Does The Brooklyn Hospital Center Offer?
TBHC offers:
- Emergency medical care (718-250-8075)
- Pediatric emergency medical care (718-250-6209)
- Surgical care
- Orthopedic surgery
- Radiology
- Medical care
- Family medical care
- OB/GYN care
What to Expect at The Brooklyn Hospital Center
It helps to know what you’ll experience when receiving care or visiting someone at a hospital.
What to Know About Receiving Care at The Brooklyn Hospital Center
When you receive care at The Brooklyn Hospital Center, language assistance is available if you need help communicating with your medical team. Multilingual staff members are on site, and interpreter services can also be provided by phone or through a video system, including sign language interpretation. These services are available at no cost. If you need an interpreter during your visit or hospital stay, you can let your nurse or doctor know, so arrangements can be made. You can also call 718-250-8000 to ask for an interpreter.
During your stay, meals are planned to meet established nutrition guidelines and support your medical care. A member of the dietary staff will speak with you to learn about your food preferences and ensure your meals align with any dietary requirements related to your treatment. Clinical dietitians are also available if you have questions about nutrition while you are in the hospital. Your meals will be delivered to your room at scheduled times throughout the day.
The cafeteria and coffee shop are also available to patients.
The cafeteria is on the first floor and serves food at these times:
- Weekdays:
- Breakfast: 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- Lunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Dinner: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Weekends and Holidays:
- Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The coffee shop, on the first floor near the elevators, is open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For questions about billing, you can call 718-250-8080.
What You Should Know About Visiting Someone at The Brooklyn Hospital Center
Visitation hours are from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Patients can have two visitors over the age of 18. You may need to wash or sanitize your hands each time you enter and exit your loved one’s room. You may also be required to wear PPE (personal protective equipment). Food and snacks are available at the cafeteria or coffee shop mentioned above. There are also vending machines available 24 hours a day.
Directions
By Car
Continue to Ashland Pl. Head southwest on Brooklyn Hospital. Turn right on Ashland Pl. Turn left on Ashland Pl. Turn right on DeKalb Ave. Turn right on City Pt/Flatbush Ave/Flatbush Ave Ext. Keep left to continue on Flatbush Ave Ext/Manhattan Bridge Lower Roadway. Use the left 2 lanes to turn slightly onto Manhattan Bridge/Manhattan Bridge Lower Roadway. Continue onto Canal St. Turn left on Broadway. Turn right on Worth St. Turn right on Hudson St.
By Train
Take the R Broadway Local train from DeKalb Ave. to Jay St. MetroTech. Take the A 8 Avenue Express train to Canal St. Exit at 6th Ave. and W. Broadway. Head toward Lispenard St. Take a slight right onto W. Broadway. Slight right onto Beach St. Continue onto Ericsson Pl. Turn right on Hudson St.
Getting Legal Help After Receiving Care in Brooklyn
After receiving medical care at TBHC, protecting your legal rights should be your next priority. Aviles Law Firm PLLC’s Brooklyn personal injury lawyers can help you understand your options and begin building a strong case while the evidence is still fresh. Our team can handle the legal process and deal with insurers so you can focus on healing and moving forward with confidence.
Call us today to get started.
