Westlake residents are served by a community known for Solana, the Fidelity Investments and Deloitte University campuses, and Westlake Academy. What Westlake lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room offering cardiac enzyme testing. Urgent care clinics near Westlake often require an appointment, and many primary care offices aren't open at night or on weekends.
That's why Westlake residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 12 miles from Westlake via Hwy 114 & I-35W. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When you need cardiac enzyme testing near Solana, the Fidelity Investments and Deloitte University campuses, and Westlake Academy, our cardiac testing team is ready.
Cardiac testing Westlake trusts.
When it matters, where you go makes a difference. Here is why Westlake residents near Solana, the Fidelity Investments and Deloitte University campuses, and Westlake Academy choose ER Of Fort Worth.
15-minute drive from Westlake
Take Hwy 114 east to I-35W south, then exit at Heritage Trace Parkway.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Westlake patient is treated by an Emergency Medicine specialist — not just a PA or NP.
On-site troponin lab
Results in minutes, not days.
Paired with EKG
A complete cardiac picture in one visit.
What a cardiac enzyme test checks.
Cardiac enzyme testing measures substances — most importantly troponin — that are released into the bloodstream when heart muscle is damaged, as happens during a heart attack. Elevated troponin levels are one of the clearest signs that the heart muscle has been injured.
We draw blood on arrival and run the test on-site, so results come back the same visit rather than requiring a send-out lab. This is combined with a 12-lead EKG and physician evaluation for a complete cardiac picture.
Why we order this test.
- —Chest pain, pressure or tightness
- —Pain spreading to the arm, jaw, neck or back
- —Shortness of breath with chest discomfort
- —Unexplained sweating, nausea or dizziness
- —Any symptom pattern suggestive of a heart attack
Having chest symptoms now?
Don't wait — walk in or call ahead.
Your visit, step by step.
Quick blood draw on arrival
A simple blood sample is all that's needed to start testing.
Paired with a 12-lead EKG
Gives a fuller picture of heart function alongside the enzyme levels.
Results in minutes
On-site lab means no waiting days for a send-out result.
Physician review & next steps
Your ER physician explains results and determines next steps immediately.
Getting to our ER from Westlake, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 12 miles from Westlake. The drive typically takes 15 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Hwy 114 east to I-35W south, then exit at Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~12 miles, ~15 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Solana Boulevard, head south to Hwy 114, then east toward I-35W. Total: ~12 miles, ~15 min.
- ! Tip: Call 817-945-4200 from Westlake with any questions before you arrive.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Westlake's cardiac testing.
Board-certified ER physicians
Interpret your results in context, on the spot.
On-site lab, not send-out
Most urgent care clinics can't run this test at all.
Open 24/7
Chest symptoms don't wait for business hours — neither do we.
All major insurance accepted
Plus transparent self-pay options.
Insurance accepted.
Westlake residents should not delay care due to insurance questions. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and many more. View our full accepted insurance list —
Self-pay pricing is also available and discussed transparently before treatment.
Questions from Westlake patients.
What is troponin and why does it matter?
Troponin is a protein released into the blood when heart muscle is damaged. Elevated levels are one of the most reliable indicators of a heart attack, which is why it's a standard part of chest pain evaluation.
How long does it take to get results?
Our on-site lab typically returns troponin results within the same visit, often within an hour, rather than the days a send-out lab might take.
Will I need more than one test?
Sometimes. Troponin can take a few hours to rise after heart muscle damage, so we may repeat the test to confirm or rule out a heart attack.
Can urgent care run this test?
Most urgent care clinics don't have on-site cardiac enzyme testing or the equipment to manage an abnormal result if it comes back positive. This test is best done at a true ER.
What happens if my troponin is elevated?
Your ER physician will discuss the result, continue monitoring, and coordinate further cardiac evaluation or transfer for intervention if needed.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Westlake TX?
We are approximately 12 miles from Westlake — about 15 minutes under normal traffic. Take Hwy 114 east to I-35W south, then exit at Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Westlake to your ER?
Take Hwy 114 east to I-35W south, then exit at Heritage Trace Parkway. From Solana Boulevard, head south to Hwy 114, then east toward I-35W. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Can Westlake patients use online check-in?
Online check-in at /online-check-in/ is available for non-emergency visits. If your symptoms are severe or urgent, call 817-945-4200 or come straight in instead.