That is why Palomar Health’s Emergency Department is making meaningful changes that patients and families across North San Diego County can already see, from quicker response times to more compassionate support during a crisis. Patients arriving by ambulance at Palomar Health’s Emergency Department are being transitioned into care faster, with nearly 88 percent of patients receiving medical attention in under 30 minutes. For those experiencing a psychiatric emergency, Palomar Health’s expanded behavioral health resources reduce wait times, quickly connecting patients with the critical care and resources they need. “Every day we see the difference these improvements are making for our patients,” said Dr. Bruce Friedberg, Medical Director of Palomar Health’s Emergency Department. “Our community trusts us to be ready in their most critical moments, and we are proud to deliver care that is faster, safer and more compassionate than ever.”