Emergency Services Guide
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers in Dominican Republic
• Emergency Number: 911 (universal)
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 25-40 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with regional hospitals
• Trauma Centers: Major centers in Santo Domingo, Santiago
• Language Support: Spanish primary, limited English in tourist areas
Emergency Numbers
Universal
911
Police
911
Fire
911
Medical
911
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~35 min
Response times vary significantly between urban and rural regions, with longer delays in remote areas
Hospital System
Public healthcare system with significant private sector involvement, concentrated in major urban centers
Major Trauma Centers
Limited comprehensive trauma centers, concentrated in major metropolitan areas
Specialized Care:
- Burn units
- Cardiac care
- Stroke centers
Language Support
Emergency services primarily operate in Spanish, limited English interpretation
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