If you need an emergency hospital in Dobsonville, the right option depends on how serious the medical problem is. For a life-threatening emergency, do not wait for a routine clinic appointment or spend time comparing facilities: contact emergency medical services immediately on 10177 or 112, or use an appropriate hospital emergency department. Gauteng Health lists both numbers for medical emergencies, while the City of Johannesburg also operates a 24-hour emergency service for life-threatening incidents. (CMBinary)
For non-life-threatening healthcare needs, Dobsonville has local clinics that may be more appropriate. Check the clinics and pharmacies in Dobsonville guide for broader local healthcare options.
Best Starting Points and Key Options
The first step is to decide whether you need emergency hospital care or a local primary healthcare service.
Seek urgent emergency help when the situation appears life-threatening, rapidly worsening or too serious to wait for a normal clinic visit. Emergency services can advise on the response required and arrange an ambulance where appropriate. When calling, be ready to provide the physical location, a nearby landmark, the nature of the emergency and the number of people affected. (Joburg)
For residents who need hospital-level emergency care in the wider Soweto area, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital in Diepkloof has accident, emergency and casualty services. The City of Johannesburg lists the hospital at Potchefstroom Road, Diepkloof, with the main contact number 011 933 8000. (Joburg)
Gauteng Health’s July 2025 alternative contact list also provides 078 122 6287 for Accident & Emergency, 081 032 5355for Casualty – Trauma and 081 032 5629 for Casualty – Medical. Because hospital contact arrangements can change, confirm the appropriate number where circumstances allow.
For more hospital-focused information rather than emergency decision support, see the hospital in Dobsonville guide.
Main Categories, Listings or Services
Service type
Not every healthcare facility in Dobsonville is an emergency hospital. Local clinics mainly provide primary healthcare services, while a hospital emergency or casualty department is intended for patients needing more urgent or advanced assessment.
The City of Johannesburg currently lists these Dobsonville facilities: (Joburg)
| Facility | Address | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Dobsonville Itereleng Community Health Clinic | 5/7 Roodepoort Road, Dobsonville | 011 988 3101 |
| Nokuphila Municipal Clinic | 8405 Sejoe Street, Dobsonville Extension 2 | 011 988 7924 |
| Tshepo Themba Clinic | Edwin Makheta Street, Dobsonville | 011 988 1010 |
| Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital | Potchefstroom Road, Diepkloof | 011 933 8000 |
These listings should not be interpreted as meaning that every clinic provides 24-hour emergency treatment. Call ahead for routine or non-life-threatening care where practical.
Opening hours
Clinic operating hours can differ by facility and may change. The City of Johannesburg’s Region D information lists Nokuphila and other local clinics with weekday operating schedules, but residents should confirm current hours before travelling for routine care. (Joburg)
In a genuine emergency, do not delay urgent treatment simply because you cannot confirm normal clinic hours.
Appointment or walk-in checks
For routine illness, primary healthcare, follow-up care or other non-emergency needs, phone the relevant clinic and check whether you need an appointment, whether walk-ins are accepted and which services are available that day.
Availability can depend on the service required, staffing and local operating arrangements.
When to Call Ahead or Seek Urgent Help
Emergency limitations
A local clinic should not automatically be treated as a substitute for an emergency department.
If someone needs immediate medical assistance, contact Gauteng Emergency Medical Services on 10177 or 112. (CMBinary)
Examples of situations that can require emergency assessment include severe injuries, serious breathing problems, loss of consciousness, major bleeding or other rapidly deteriorating conditions. The safest choice depends on the patient’s condition, so emergency services or healthcare professionals should guide the response when there is uncertainty.
This page is a local navigation guide and is not a substitute for professional medical assessment.
How to Prepare for Your Visit
If the situation allows time to prepare, take information that will help the healthcare team understand the patient and the problem.
Useful items may include identification, relevant medical information, a list of current medicines and any referral or healthcare documents you already have. For a child or someone who needs assistance communicating, make sure an appropriate parent, guardian or support person can provide the necessary information where possible.
Contact verification
Before travelling for non-emergency care, confirm:
- whether the facility is currently open;
- whether the service you need is available;
- whether an appointment or referral is required;
- which entrance or department you should use; and
- whether there are any documents you need to bring.
For emergency cases, treatment should take priority over routine administrative checks.
Related Healthcare Guides
Dobsonville.co.za separates emergency decision support from broader healthcare listings so that residents can reach the most useful page without duplicating the same information across several guides.
Use the clinics and pharmacies in Dobsonville page when you want to explore the wider healthcare category.
Use the hospital in Dobsonville guide when you specifically want hospital information rather than guidance about what to do in an urgent situation.
You can also return to the Dobsonville local guide for other services and local information.
FAQs
What is the emergency hospital Dobsonville address, contact number and opening time?
There is no single local clinic that should automatically be treated as Dobsonville’s 24-hour emergency hospital. The City of Johannesburg lists Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital at Potchefstroom Road, Diepkloof, with the main number 011 933 8000. Gauteng Health also publishes dedicated alternative Accident & Emergency and casualty contacts. (Joburg)
For life-threatening emergencies, call 10177 or 112 rather than waiting to confirm routine opening hours. (CMBinary)
How do I use this page?
Use this guide to decide whether you need emergency assistance, hospital-level care or a routine local clinic. For non-emergency treatment, contact the clinic before travelling. For a serious or life-threatening medical emergency, contact emergency services immediately.
What nearby healthcare pages should I check?
For general healthcare choices, use the Dobsonville healthcare guide. For hospital-specific information, see hospitals in Dobsonville. For wider local services and information, visit the Dobsonville local guide.