Southeast Texas Healthcare
Complete guide to hospitals, medical centers, and healthcare resources across the Southeast Texas region.
Regional Trauma Center
CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth Hospital, Beaumont — Level II Trauma Center (highest in SETX) · (409) 892-7171
Major Hospitals
Healthcare FAQ
What is the nearest Level I Trauma Center to Beaumont TX?▼
Southeast Texas does not have a Level I Trauma Center. The highest trauma designation in the region is CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, a Level II Trauma Center. The nearest Level I Trauma Centers are in Houston, approximately 85 miles west.
What is the largest hospital in Southeast Texas?▼
CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont is the largest hospital in Southeast Texas with 431 beds and the only Level II Trauma Center in the region. It serves as the primary referral center for the Golden Triangle and deep East Texas.
Does Southeast Texas have good healthcare?▼
Southeast Texas has two major hospital systems (CHRISTUS Health and Baptist Hospitals) with combined capacity over 1,000 beds in Beaumont alone. The region has a Level II Trauma Center, comprehensive cancer care, cardiac surgery, and neurosurgery.
What hospitals are in Port Arthur TX?▼
Port Arthur has two hospitals: CHRISTUS St. Mary Hospital (189 beds, 24/7 ER) and Medical Center of Southeast Texas (186 beds, 24/7 ER). Both provide emergency care and coordinate with CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth in Beaumont.
What medical specialties are available in Southeast Texas?▼
Southeast Texas has most major medical specialties locally including cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, pulmonology, and rehabilitation. Highly specialized procedures typically require travel to Houston.