Medical Resources in Pender, New Hanover & Brunswick County, NC
A community-friendly guide for finding care: primary care, urgent care guidance, specialists, mental health support, pharmacies, and what to do in an emergency.
Emergency: Call 911 Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222 Mental Health Crisis: Call/Text 988 Not medical advice
Quick reminder: If you think you’re having a life-threatening emergency (chest pain, severe trouble breathing, stroke symptoms, major bleeding), call 911 immediately.
This page is informational and not a substitute for professional medical care.
This page is informational and not a substitute for professional medical care.
When to go where
Emergency Room (ER)
- Chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting
- Stroke symptoms (face droop, arm weakness, speech issues)
- Severe bleeding, major injuries, severe burns
- Severe allergic reaction
Urgent Care
- Minor fractures/sprains
- Flu-like symptoms, sore throat
- Minor cuts needing stitches
- UTI symptoms, mild asthma flare
Primary Care
- Annual physicals & preventive care
- Chronic conditions (blood pressure, diabetes)
- Medication management
- Referrals to specialists
Pender County
Covers communities like Burgaw, Hampstead, Surf City
New Hanover County
- Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center (Level II Trauma Center)
- ER Novant NHRMC and Scotts Hill
- Wilmington Health
Includes Wilmington and surrounding areas
Brunswick County
- Brunswick Family Medical
- Novant Health Medical Center
- Dosher Memorial Hospital
- Brunswick County VA Clinic
Popular with retirees & beach communities
Mental health & substance use support
Immediate help
- 988: Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call/text/chat)
- 911: If there’s immediate danger or a medical emergency
NC Specialty & Level I Trauma Centers