Seton Main Hospital Austin is a 605-bed acute care hospital offering emergency services, surgical care, and specialized medical programs. It serves as a critical access point for central Austin residents.
Founded in 1902, Seton Main Hospital is part of Ascension Texas, the largest nonprofit healthcare system in the state. The hospital maintains affiliations with Dell Medical School at The University of Texas Austin for research and education.
The hospital provides:
Seton Main operates one of Austin's busiest emergency departments, seeing over 70,000 patients annually. Its cardiac program performs more than 1,200 procedures yearly.
The hospital features:
| Department | Key Features |
|---|---|
| Emergency Department | 28 private treatment rooms, fast-track area, pediatric-focused zone |
| Surgical Suites | 12 operating rooms with robotic surgery capabilities |
| Diagnostic Imaging | 3T MRI, 64-slice CT scanner, digital mammography |
Seton Main was among the first Austin hospitals to implement electronic health records system-wide, improving care coordination across its network.
The hospital runs numerous outreach programs, including:
During the 2020 pandemic, Seton Main treated over 1,500 COVID-19 patients while maintaining essential services. The hospital's mobile vaccination units administered 25,000 doses in underserved areas.
Seton Main Hospital is located at 1201 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705. Visiting hours vary by department but generally run 8am-8:30pm daily. Parking costs $5 for the first hour, with discounted rates for longer stays.