Keller's approximately 46,000 residents have built one of Tarrant County's most desirable communities — from the walkable charm of Old Town Keller to the family-friendly neighborhoods surrounding Bear Creek Park and Keller Town Center. What Keller doesn't have is a freestanding emergency room capable of treating cardiac emergencies around the clock. The nearest hospital ER can mean extended waits; Keller urgent care clinics are not equipped for chest pain at all.
That's why so many Keller families rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 6 miles from Keller via US-377 or North Tarrant Parkway. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When chest pain strikes at 2 a.m. after a Keller High School football game or during a Sunday morning at The Parks at Keller, our team is ready. A full chest pain protocol — including immediate EKG, high-sensitivity troponin labs, and CT angiography — begins within minutes of your arrival.
The emergency room Keller trusts.
Distance and trust go hand-in-hand for Keller families. Here is why residents from Old Town Keller, Keller Town Center, Bear Creek Park, and the US-377 corridor choose ER Of Fort Worth for cardiac emergencies.
10-minute drive from Keller
Via Keller Parkway east to US-377, or North Tarrant Parkway east — no interstate required. Faster than driving to a hospital ER across Fort Worth.
No long hospital waits
Freestanding ERs serve far fewer patients per shift than hospital ERs. Keller residents consistently report walk-in, same-room care within minutes — not hours.
Cardiac diagnostics on-site
12-lead EKG, troponin blood panel, chest X-ray, CT angiography — every tool needed to diagnose or rule out a heart attack is right here. No transfers.
Board-certified physicians only
Every patient in Keller who comes through our doors is evaluated by a board-certified emergency medicine physician. Never a mid-level only. 24 hours a day.
Chest pain symptoms that need ER care.
Recognize these warning signs. In Keller or anywhere else, these symptoms mean call 817-945-4200 or come in immediately — do not wait for symptoms to pass.
Don't wait. Leave for our ER if—
- — Chest pain or pressure lasting longer than 5 minutes
- — Chest discomfort with sweating, nausea or difficulty breathing
- — Pain spreading to the arm, jaw, neck or back
- — Sudden fainting, near-fainting or severe dizziness
- — New chest pain in anyone with known heart disease, diabetes or hypertension
Not sure? Call us from Keller.
Our team can help you assess the right level of care.
What happens when you arrive.
Keller patients presenting with chest pain are taken to a treatment room immediately. Here is the rapid-response cardiac protocol our physicians initiate upon arrival.
12-lead EKG within minutes
An electrocardiogram is performed immediately to detect ST-elevation, arrhythmias or other cardiac patterns indicating heart attack risk.
High-sensitivity troponin labs
Blood drawn immediately for cardiac enzyme levels — troponin results indicate whether heart muscle damage has occurred, with same-visit results.
CT angiography & chest X-ray
Advanced imaging on-site to rule out pulmonary embolism, aortic dissection, pneumonia, and other non-cardiac causes of chest pain.
Cardiac medications & IV access
Aspirin, nitroglycerin, anticoagulants and pain management started immediately when clinically indicated based on your presentation.
Cardiology specialist on call
Direct line to cardiologists and rapid transfer coordination to a cath lab if an intervention like angioplasty or stenting is required.
Telemetry & continuous monitoring
Continuous vital sign and cardiac rhythm monitoring for patients requiring serial EKGs or extended observation before a safe discharge.
Getting to our ER from Keller, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 6 miles from central Keller. The drive typically takes 10 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions. Two routes work well depending on where in Keller you are starting:
- 1 From Old Town Keller or South Keller (US-377 route): Head east on Keller Parkway (TX-1709), turn south on Rufe Snow Drive, then east on Heritage Trace Parkway. We are on the right in the Heritage Trace Marketplace. Total: ~6 miles, ~10 min.
- 2 From The Parks at Keller or North Keller (North Tarrant Pkwy route): Take North Tarrant Parkway east past Rufe Snow Drive to Heritage Trace Parkway, then turn right (east). We are in the first major retail center on the right. Total: ~6 miles, ~10 min.
- ! Emergency tip: If symptoms are worsening rapidly, call 911 rather than driving. Emergency responders can begin EKG and treatment en route from Keller. If the symptoms are stable and you have a driver, call 817-945-4200 to alert our team before you leave.
Our parking lot offers immediate drop-off access adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Keller service area page for a map and additional details about our proximity to Keller-area neighborhoods.
The standard of care Keller deserves.
Average wait under 10 minutes
Chest pain moves to the front of the line — immediately. Our low-volume, high-efficiency model means no 3-hour waits in a hallway bed.
Physician-led care, always
A board-certified emergency medicine physician evaluates every patient. Our ER doctors are fellowship-trained, experienced, and on-site around the clock.
All diagnostics under one roof
CT, ultrasound, X-ray and full-panel labs — every test needed to diagnose a cardiac emergency is performed on-site, same visit. No off-site referrals.
All major insurance accepted
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and more. See full insurance list —
Insurance accepted.
Keller residents with chest pain should not delay care due to insurance questions. Federal law requires that true emergency care be covered regardless of network status at the time of service. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare, 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 Keller patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Keller TX?
We are approximately 6 miles from Keller — about 10 minutes via Keller Parkway (TX-1709) east to Rufe Snow Drive, then south to Heritage Trace Parkway. From North Keller near The Parks at Keller, North Tarrant Parkway east brings you directly to our location. Both routes avoid interstate congestion.
What is the fastest route from Keller to your emergency room?
Most Keller residents find Keller Parkway (TX-1709) east to US-377, then south on Rufe Snow Drive to Heritage Trace Parkway is the most direct route. From north Keller or The Parks, North Tarrant Parkway east is equally fast. Enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy Fort Worth" in Google Maps or Apple Maps for turn-by-turn directions.
Should I go to urgent care or an ER for chest pain in Keller?
Always the ER. Keller-area urgent care centers cannot perform a 12-lead EKG, draw and analyze troponin levels, run a CT angiogram, or contact a cardiologist on call. Chest pain has dozens of causes — including heart attack, pulmonary embolism, and aortic dissection — that only an ER can properly evaluate and treat. Those 10 minutes on the road to our facility are worth every second.
How quickly will I be seen after arriving from Keller?
Chest pain is triaged at the highest priority. You will be brought to a treatment room immediately, and a 12-lead EKG will be performed within minutes of arrival — typically under 5. Our average wait time across all conditions is under 10 minutes. Cardiac cases are never kept waiting.
Will my insurance cover an ER visit from Keller TX?
Yes. Federal law (EMTALA) requires all major insurance carriers to cover emergency care when you are experiencing a bona fide emergency such as chest pain — regardless of whether our facility is "in network." We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, United, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and most major commercial plans. See our full insurance details.
What should I do while someone drives me from Keller?
Call 817-945-4200 to alert our team you are en route with chest pain symptoms — this allows us to prepare a room before you arrive. Sit upright or in whatever position is most comfortable. If you have a 325 mg aspirin and are not allergic, chew it (do not swallow whole). Do not drive yourself. If symptoms suddenly worsen, have your driver pull over and call 911 immediately.
Can Keller residents use online check-in before leaving home?
Yes — and we encourage it for non-critical symptoms. Our online check-in lets you submit your information before leaving Keller so our staff can begin intake preparation. For actively worsening chest pain, call or come straight in rather than pausing to fill out a form.
Do you treat all types of chest pain, not just heart attacks?
Yes. Chest pain has many causes — including heart attack, angina, pulmonary embolism, aortic dissection, pericarditis, pleurisy, pneumonia, musculoskeletal injury, and GERD-related esophageal pain. Our goal is rapid diagnosis: rule out the life-threatening causes, treat what we find, and send you home with a clear understanding of what caused your symptoms.
Is North Tarrant Parkway or US-377 faster from Old Town Keller?
From Old Town Keller, the US-377 route (Keller Pkwy east — US-377 south — Rufe Snow Drive south — Heritage Trace Pkwy east) is generally most direct. From Keller Town Center or The Parks at Keller along North Tarrant Pkwy, that roadway runs east directly toward our location. Under normal Tarrant County traffic, both routes average 10 minutes.