Grand Strand Health to hold ribbon-cutting for new Rivertown Emergency Room Oct. 14
October 12, 2026
Community members are invited to celebrate the official Rivertown ER ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Oct. 14 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This family-friendly event will allow residents to tour the new ER, meet the care team and learn more about the emergency services now available in their community. Located at 1720 Church Street in Conway, this new facility will officially open at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026.
150 free teddy bears will be given to children who take part in a teddy bear clinic, a way to experience the new facility in an interactive, hands-on approach to learn more about health care and what to expect during an ER visit.
Activities will include:
- Teddy bear clinic for children
- CPR demonstrations
- Free blood pressure checks
- Interfacility transport ambulance tours
“The opening of Rivertown ER reflects our commitment to bringing high-quality, compassionate emergency care closer to home,” said Mark Sims, Chief Executive Officer of Grand Strand Health. “We’re excited to welcome the Conway community to tour the facility and celebrate this important milestone in expanding access to emergency services.”
With more than 10,000 square feet of emergency space, Rivertown ER is equipped with board-certified physicians and highly trained clinicians, 10 exam rooms with a dedicated triage room, advanced imaging including X-ray and CT, and an on-site laboratory.
About Grand Strand Health
Grand Strand Health is a multi-facility health system located on the coast of the Grand Strand community. Grand Strand Health is comprised of one 403-bed acute care hospital, Grand Strand Medical Center, three freestanding ER facilities (South Stand Medical Center, North Strand ER and Carolina Forest ER) and outpatient medical services.
