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The Western Pennsylvania Hospital - Forbes Regional Campus

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

45,000 annual visits


Hospital Information

  • This respected 329-bed community hospital is situated in the eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh and is part of the West Penn Allegheny Health System.
  • The affiliated institutions of West Penn Allegheny Health System serve Pittsburgh and the surrounding five state area, and have ranked among the nations best in the yearly guide produced by US News and World Report.
  • Opened in 1978, the modern, full service hospital specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, behavioral sciences, oncology, emergency medicine, cardiology and diagnostic imaging.
  • All major specialties are represented including cardiology and surgical subspecialties.
  • Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit provides the highest level of care in a community setting
  • Forbes Cardiology Diagnostic Center provides a broad range of cardiac diagnostic services and is one of the most advanced in the region
  • Active in EMS, the facility hosts EMS/Paramedic training programs, and provides medical command to 10 local squads; EMS teaching options are available for interested physicians
  • Responsive lab and x-ray; radiology is situated adjacent to the emergency department
  • Creation of an Advanced Cardiac Care program including interventional cardiac catheterization and open hart surgery opening in March 2008

Emergency Department

  • Full service ED is classified as a Level II Emergency Department
  • Hospital maintains modern presentation through recent renovations
  • 29 bed department with a dedicated fast track area
  • Broad community patient pathology includes cardiac, geriatric, medical, orthopedic, and pediatric patients with minimal trauma
  • Moderate to high acuity; approximately 28% of emergency patients are admitted
  • Certified emergency nurses
  • Department is situated in a functional layout that includes two nurses stations
  • Active Physician In Triage system

Emergency Department Schedule

48 hours of physician coverage per day

8,10, and 11 hour shifts

Monroeville, Pennsylvania Community

Ranked by many sources as one of America’s most livable cities, Pittsburgh is sophisticated metropolitan area with a hometown feel, and is truly a wonderful place to live and work. From world class museums, theater, symphony and all cultural options, to professional sports (Pirates baseball, Steelers football, Penguin hockey and Riverhounds soccer), outstanding shopping and dining, and easy access to the some of best outdoor recreation in the northeast (Laurel Mountains, watersports on Pittsburgh’s famous Three Rivers, Youghiogheny River white water, and more), Pittsburgh has something for everyone. The region continues its renaissance with development of the waterfront and thriving metropolitan areas in town, and highly desirable suburbs with public and private schools ranked among the top 20% in the nation. Secondary education includes the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Robert Morris University, and Penn State branch campuses, plus many other smaller colleges. Travel is convenient with easy access to Interstates 70, 76 and 79, and the beautiful, new Pittsburgh International Airport is a US Airways hub offering excellent flight choices.