24/7 WOUND CARE & STITCHES
Cuts, Wounds & Stitches ER in Houston — Open 24/7
A cut that is deep, gaping, still bleeding after 10 minutes of pressure, or on the face, hand, or a joint may need stitches or other repair. The Heights Emergency Room in Houston is open 24/7 for walk-ins, with wound repair and tetanus shots on site.
Open 24/7 • Walk-Ins Welcome • No Appointment Required
WHAT WE OFFER
Emergency Care for Cuts and Wounds, Day or Night
Open 24/7, Even Holidays
Accidents happen at all hours. We are open every hour of every day.
Walk-Ins Welcome
No appointment or referral is needed for emergency evaluation.
Wound Repair
Stitches, skin glue, or other closure when the wound needs it.
Tetanus Shots
Tetanus vaccination when your immunization is not up to date.
X-Ray for Foreign Objects
Imaging for glass, metal, or bone injury when indicated.
Near Houston Heights
101 N Loop W #300, Houston, TX 77018, on the North Loop.
Many small scrapes heal well at home. Deep, gaping, or contaminated wounds and wounds that won’t stop bleeding should be checked.
WOUND WARNING SIGNS
When Should You Go to the ER for a Cut or Wound?
Go to the ER for a cut that is deep enough to see fat, muscle, or bone; gapes open; keeps bleeding after 10 minutes of firm pressure; came from an animal or human bite; has dirt or debris you can’t remove; or causes numbness or trouble moving a finger or limb. Cuts on the face, hands, and over joints also deserve a closer look.
Timing matters. Most wounds that need stitches are best closed within several hours, so it’s better to come in sooner rather than waiting until the next day.
Get emergency care for a wound with:
- Bleeding that won’t stop with pressure
- Edges that gape or won’t stay together
- Visible fat, muscle, tendon, or bone
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness beyond the cut
- An animal or human bite
- Glass, metal, or debris in the wound
- A deep puncture, such as from a nail
- A cut on the face, lip, or eyelid
PATIENT REVIEWS
What Patients Say About The Heights Emergency Room
4.7
★★★★★
Based on 664 Google reviews (as of October 2026)
Patients frequently mention a welcoming atmosphere and a clean facility.
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Erika M. on Google
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My sister went into anaphylactic shock while at work and her airway started to close. When we walked in the receptionist took one look at her swelling and ushered us to a medical suite. … I am immensely grateful to the care staff here. Their professionalism and efficiency went a long way to keep my sister calm during the whole process.
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Kendi on Google
★★★★★
I had a great experience at The Heights Emergency Room after a head injury. … Dr. Zahid was very thorough in his evaluation and took the time to explain everything clearly. … I’m very grateful for the excellent care I received and would highly recommend The Heights Emergency Room!
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Ahson W. on Google
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Very good service. I brought my son here and they very quickly attended to him. … Abdullah took my son’s blood and Pablo administered the CT scan. … Dr. Khan explained the results thoroughly and professionally.
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Michelle R. on Google
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I had a great experience at this ER. The facility was very clean, and the staff was attentive, professional, and compassionate. They took the time to listen to my concerns and made sure all of my needs were addressed. I felt well cared for throughout my visit.
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Samantha M. on Google
★★★★★
The staff here are amazing!! I had an embarrassing and painful health issue. … This staff made me feel so comfortable and supported through the pain, I didn’t feel embarrassed. … I left feeling heard, educated, and 1000% better!
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The Heights Emergency Room is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. No appointment needed.
Reviews reflect individual patient experiences; care and outcomes vary.
Deep Cut or Wound?
The Heights Emergency Room is open 24/7 for wound care and stitches, with no appointment needed.
For bleeding you can’t control, call 911.
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Deep Cut? We’re Open 24/7
Emergency evaluation is available day and night at The Heights Emergency Room.
How Do You Know if a Cut Needs Stitches?
A wound often needs closure if its edges don’t come together on their own or it is longer or deeper than a minor cut.
Signs a cut may need repair
- It is deeper than about a quarter inch
- The edges pull apart when you move
- It is longer than about half an inch
- It is on a joint, the face, or a hand
- It keeps reopening or oozing blood
Your physician decides whether stitches, skin glue, adhesive strips, or no closure is best. Some wounds, especially certain bites, are deliberately left open to lower the risk of infection.
First Aid Before You Arrive
Good first aid limits bleeding and helps the wound heal.
What to do now
- Apply firm, steady pressure with a clean cloth
- Raise the injured area above the heart if you can
- Rinse gently with clean water once bleeding slows
- Cover with a clean dressing
- Don’t remove deeply embedded objects
- Wrap an amputated part in damp gauze, seal it in a bag, and place the bag on ice
When Bleeding Won’t Stop
Most cuts stop bleeding within 10 minutes of firm, continuous pressure.
If blood soaks through, add more cloth on top rather than removing the first layer, and keep pressing. Bleeding that spurts, pools quickly, or won’t slow down may come from an artery and needs emergency care. People on blood thinners may bleed longer and should be evaluated sooner.
Deep Cuts, Numbness, and Loss of Movement
A deep cut can injure tendons, nerves, or blood vessels beneath the skin.
Numbness, tingling, or weakness beyond the cut—or trouble bending or straightening a finger—can mean a tendon or nerve injury, which is especially important in the hand. These injuries may need specialist repair, so early evaluation matters. If a bone may be broken too, see our broken bone ER page.
Animal and Human Bites
Bites carry a higher risk of infection than ordinary cuts, even when they look small.
Dog, cat, and human bites should be cleaned and evaluated, especially bites on the hand. Cat bites are small but deep and become infected easily. Antibiotics are often recommended, and your physician will also consider tetanus and, for some animal bites, rabies exposure.
Contaminated Wounds and Tetanus
Wounds with dirt, rust, soil, or debris need thorough cleaning to prevent infection.
Puncture wounds from nails, wounds from farm or garden tools, and crush injuries carry a risk of tetanus. A tetanus booster is generally recommended if your last one was more than 5 years ago for a dirty wound, or more than 10 years ago for a clean one.
SPECIAL AREAS
Cuts on the Face and Hands
These areas matter for function and appearance, so they deserve careful repair.
Cuts on the face, lips, and eyelids are repaired with fine technique to reduce scarring; a cut that crosses the edge of the lip or involves the eyelid may need specialist care. Hand wounds deserve close attention because tendons and nerves lie just under the skin, and an injury that looks minor can affect grip and movement. A head wound with dizziness, vomiting, or confusion also needs evaluation for a head injury.
YOUR ER VISIT
What Happens When You Visit the ER for a Cut?
The physician checks bleeding, sensation, and movement, then cleans and examines the wound to see how deep it goes.
Cleaning & Numbing
A local anesthetic numbs the area so the wound can be thoroughly cleaned and explored.
Wound Repair
Closure may use stitches, skin glue, or adhesive strips. Some wounds are left open to heal safely.
Tetanus & Imaging
A tetanus shot may be given if you’re due, and an X-ray may be ordered to look for glass, metal, or a fracture.
Not every wound needs stitches. Complex tendon, nerve, or facial injuries may be referred to a specialist.
Types of Wounds We See
Common wound types include:
Lacerations
Cuts from knives, glass, metal edges, or falls, ranging from shallow to deep.
Puncture Wounds
Deep, narrow wounds from nails, needles, or splinters that carry a higher infection risk.
Bites
Animal or human bites, which often need cleaning and antibiotics.
Abrasions & Avulsions
Scrapes from road or sports injuries, and wounds where skin is torn away.
Signs of a wound infection include increasing redness, warmth, swelling, pus, red streaks, or fever; these need prompt evaluation.
QUICK ANSWERS
Cut & Wound Questions, Answered
How do I know if a cut may need stitches?
A cut may need stitches if it is deeper than about a quarter inch, gapes open, is longer than about half an inch, keeps bleeding after 10 minutes of pressure, or is on the face, a hand, or over a joint. Wounds are usually best closed within several hours, so get it checked soon rather than waiting until the next day.
Should I go to the ER if bleeding will not stop?
Yes. If a cut is still bleeding after 10 minutes of firm, continuous pressure, go to the ER. Call 911 if blood is spurting, soaking through bandages, or the person feels faint. Keep pressing on the wound and raise it above the heart while you wait.
Where can I get stitches near Houston Heights?
The Heights Emergency Room at 101 N Loop W #300, Houston, TX 77018, provides wound repair 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with no appointment needed. Your physician will clean the wound and decide whether stitches, skin glue, or another closure is best.
When is a deep cut an emergency?
A deep cut is an emergency when it bleeds heavily, exposes fat, muscle, or bone, causes numbness or loss of movement, or involves the neck, chest, or abdomen. Deep cuts can damage tendons, nerves, and blood vessels, so prompt evaluation helps protect function and lowers the risk of infection.
Should a contaminated wound be evaluated in the ER?
Yes. Wounds with dirt, rust, soil, or debris, puncture wounds, and bites need thorough cleaning and evaluation for infection and tetanus risk. Your physician may remove debris, update your tetanus shot, and recommend antibiotics depending on the wound.
EMERGENCY SAFETY
When Should You Call 911 for a Wound?
Call 911 for bleeding that could become life-threatening or for wounds that may involve major blood vessels or organs.
Call 911 for:
- Spurting or uncontrolled bleeding
- Blood soaking through bandages
- A deep wound to the neck, chest, or abdomen
- An amputated finger, toe, or limb
- Fainting, confusion, or pale, clammy skin
- A gunshot or stab wound
- A large object embedded in the body
- Severe injuries from a crash or machinery
Paramedics can control bleeding, apply a tourniquet when needed, and transport you to the most appropriate facility.
Don’t drive yourself with heavy bleeding or if you feel faint.
WHERE TO GO
ER vs Urgent Care for a Cut
Urgent care can often repair a simple, clean cut. Deep, contaminated, or complicated wounds—and any wound with heavy bleeding, numbness, or loss of movement—are better handled in an emergency room.
Call 911
- Uncontrolled or spurting bleeding
- Deep neck, chest, or abdominal wound
- Amputation
- Fainting after blood loss
Go to the ER
- Bleeding after 10 minutes of pressure
- Numbness or trouble moving a finger
- Animal or human bites
- Glass, metal, or debris in the wound
- Deep cuts on the face or hand
Urgent Care or Your Doctor
- A small, clean cut with controlled bleeding
- A minor scrape
- A shallow cut whose edges stay together
If you are unsure, choose the ER.
Learn more about the difference between urgent care and the ER.
24/7 Wound Care and Stitches in Houston
Cuts and injuries don’t follow a schedule. The Heights Emergency Room is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Emergency Physician Evaluation
A check of bleeding, nerves, and movement.
Wound Repair
Stitches, skin glue, or other closure.
Foreign Body Removal
Glass, splinters, and debris.
Tetanus Vaccination
When your immunization is due.
Digital X-Ray
For fractures or hidden objects.
Antibiotics
When infection risk is high.
Testing and treatment depend on your wound and the physician’s evaluation.
Stitches & Wound Care ER Near Houston Heights
The Heights Emergency Room is a freestanding emergency room at 101 N Loop W #300, Houston, TX 77018, along the North Loop (610). It is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for adults and children with cuts and wounds and can be reached at (281) 560-4373.
The Heights Emergency Room
101 N Loop W #300
Houston, TX 77018
Houston, TX 77018
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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The Heights Emergency Room is open day and night for wound care and stitches.
Serving Houston Heights and Nearby Neighborhoods
Kitchen accidents, sports injuries, and workplace cuts bring patients to us from across central and northwest Houston—including Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, Houston Heights, Timbergrove, Woodland Heights, Independence Heights, the Northside, Rice Military, the Washington Avenue corridor, First Ward, and Downtown. Our North Loop location is a short drive from many of these neighborhoods.
ZIP 77018
Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, and Independence Heights / Central Northwest
ZIP 77008
Houston Heights, Lazybrook, and Timbergrove
ZIP 77009
Heights East, Northside, and the Woodland Heights area
ZIP 77022
Independence Heights and Northline / Northside
ZIP 77007
Washington Avenue, Rice Military, the western and southern Heights, and First Ward
ZIP 77002
Downtown, northern Downtown, and nearby First Ward areas
Travel times vary with traffic and time of day.
FAQ
Cuts & Wounds ER — Frequently Asked Questions
Most cuts are best closed within several hours of the injury, though timing varies with the location and how clean the wound is. The sooner you’re seen, the more options your physician has.
The area is numbed with a local anesthetic first, so most people feel only pressure during the repair. You may feel a brief sting when the numbing medicine is given.
It depends on the location. Face stitches often come out in about 5 days, while stitches on the body, arms, or legs usually stay in for 7 to 14 days. Your discharge instructions will tell you when.
Keep it clean and dry for the first 24 to 48 hours, then gently wash it as directed. Watch for redness, swelling, pus, or fever, and return if you notice signs of infection.
You may if your last tetanus shot was more than 10 years ago for a clean wound, or more than 5 years ago for a dirty or puncture wound. Your physician will check your history.
Yes. The Heights Emergency Room treats children’s cuts and wounds 24/7 and has a patient room dedicated to pediatric patients.
Medical disclaimer: This page provides general health information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Deep Cut or Wound? Emergency Care Is Available 24/7
Get deep, gaping, contaminated, or bleeding wounds checked promptly—the sooner a wound is cleaned and closed, the better it heals.
For bleeding you can’t control, call 911 immediately.
