Colleyville's approximately 26,000 residents are served by a community known for the Colleyville Nature Center and the Glade Road corridor. What Colleyville lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room equipped to perform same-visit abscess drainage on-site. Hospital ERs near Colleyville can mean multi-hour waits — and painful abscesses don't get better on their own.
That's why Colleyville residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 12 miles from Colleyville via Heritage Trace Pkwy. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When a painful boil or skin infection develops near the Colleyville Nature Center and the Glade Road corridor, our abscess treatment team provides incision and drainage under local anesthesia, often in a single visit — no appointment required.
Abscess care Colleyville trusts.
When a skin infection is worsening, fast drainage and proper wound care matter. Here is why Colleyville residents near the Colleyville Nature Center and the Glade Road corridor choose ER Of Fort Worth.
15-minute drive from Colleyville
Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound.
Same-visit incision & drainage
Colleyville patients leave with the abscess drained and pain relieved — no waiting weeks for a procedure slot.
Wound culture & MRSA testing
Colleyville patients get a swab sent to the lab to identify MRSA and guide the most effective antibiotic if needed.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Colleyville patient is evaluated by a board-certified emergency medicine physician — 24 hours a day, every day.
Symptoms of an abscess.
Colleyville residents should recognize these warning signs early — quick treatment leads to better outcomes and prevents spreading infection.
Common causes.
Understanding what's causing your symptoms helps guide the right diagnostic tests and treatment for Colleyville patients.
- ✓Staph or strep bacterial infection
- ✓MRSA (methicillin-resistant staph)
- ✓Ingrown hair or folliculitis
- ✓Pilonidal cyst
- ✓Hidradenitis suppurativa
- ✓Diabetic skin infection
Don't wait. Come now if—
- —Painful red lump that feels soft or fluctuant (filled with fluid)
- —Fever accompanying a skin infection
- —Spreading redness or red streaks from the wound
- —Abscess on the face, hands, or genitals
- —Recurring abscesses — possible MRSA colonization
- —Diabetic patient with any skin infection
Not sure? Call us from Colleyville.
Our nurses can help you decide.
Treatments we offer.
Our ER is fully equipped to evaluate and treat skin abscesses 24/7 for Colleyville patients — often in a single visit.
Incision & drainage
Performed under local anesthesia for complete pain control — the abscess is opened and drained the same visit.
Wound culture
Swab sent to the lab to identify MRSA and determine the most effective antibiotic if needed.
Wound packing
Gauze packing placed inside larger abscesses to keep the wound open and allow complete drainage.
Antibiotics
Prescribed when cellulitis is present, fever is elevated, or the patient is immunocompromised or diabetic.
Follow-up wound check
Follow-up instructions and referral for wound check — usually within 48 hours to ensure proper healing.
MRSA-specific treatment
Targeted antibiotic selection and decolonization guidance for patients with confirmed or suspected MRSA.
Getting to our ER from Colleyville, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 12 miles from Colleyville. The drive typically takes 15 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound. Total: ~12 miles, ~15 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From neighborhoods near Glade Road, Heritage Trace Parkway runs directly west to our front door. Total: ~12 miles, ~15 min.
- ! Tip: Do not attempt to drain the abscess yourself before leaving Colleyville — call 817-945-4200 with any questions on your way in.
Our parking lot offers drop-off access directly adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Colleyville service area page for a map and neighborhood details.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Colleyville's abscess care.
Average wait under 10 min
Colleyville patients are brought back quickly — no long waits when you have a painful, worsening infection.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every patient is evaluated by an emergency-medicine-trained physician, 24/7. Our ER doctors never leave you with a mid-level alone.
On-site imaging & labs
Ultrasound to assess depth, wound cultures and labs — everything needed for a complete diagnosis in one visit.
All major insurance accepted
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and more. See full insurance list —
Insurance accepted.
Colleyville residents should not delay needed abscess treatment due to insurance questions. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and many more. View our full accepted insurance list —
Our billing team is available to answer questions about your coverage before, during, or after your visit. Self-pay pricing is transparent and available on request.
Questions from Colleyville patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Colleyville TX?
We are approximately 12 miles from Colleyville — about 15 minutes under normal traffic. Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound.
What is the fastest route from Colleyville to your ER?
Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound. From neighborhoods near Glade Road, Heritage Trace Parkway runs directly west to our front door. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Does abscess drainage hurt for Colleyville patients?
Local anesthesia is used to thoroughly numb the area before any incision. Colleyville patients may feel pressure but pain is well controlled throughout the procedure.
Will Colleyville patients need antibiotics for their abscess?
Most simple abscesses just need drainage. Antibiotics are added for cellulitis, fever, or high-risk patients — our ER physicians will determine what's needed for each Colleyville patient.
Will my insurance cover abscess treatment from Colleyville TX?
Yes. We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and most major commercial plans. See our full insurance details at /insurance/.
Can Colleyville residents drain an abscess at home?
No — improper drainage can spread infection deeper into the tissue or bloodstream. Colleyville residents should always have abscesses professionally drained at an ER or urgent care.
What is MRSA, and do Colleyville patients need special treatment?
MRSA is a type of staph infection resistant to many antibiotics — a common cause of skin abscesses. We treat it routinely with targeted antibiotic selection and wound culture, and provide Colleyville patients with decolonization guidance to prevent recurrence.
Can Colleyville patients use online check-in for an abscess?
Online check-in at /online-check-in/ is available for non-emergency abscesses. If you have fever, spreading redness or red streaks, or an abscess on the face, hands, or genitals, call 817-945-4200 or come straight in.
What's the best route from the the Colleyville Nature Center and the Glade Road corridor area in Colleyville to your ER?
Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound. From neighborhoods near Glade Road, Heritage Trace Parkway runs directly west to our front door. Both routes average 15 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.