Emergency Medicine Physicians in Sanford, NC
For an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department now. This page is for everything after.
7 providers in Sanford
Finding a emergency medicine physician in Sanford, NC
Sanford is the Lee County seat and the medical center of gravity for a stretch that pulls in patients from Lee, Harnett, and Chatham counties. Central Carolina Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, anchors the inpatient and specialty side; UNC Health and Cape Fear Valley have a growing outpatient presence here as well.
First things first: emergencies don't start with a directory
If you or someone near you has an emergency, such as chest pain, trouble breathing, stroke signs like face drooping, arm weakness, or trouble speaking, severe bleeding, or a serious injury, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately. Don't search a directory, and don't drive yourself if it isn't safe.
Emergency medicine physicians are the doctors who staff emergency departments. They're trained to evaluate and stabilize anything that comes through the door, from life-threatening illness and trauma to problems that turn out to be minor, and to decide who needs admission, urgent specialty care, or safe discharge home.
ER, urgent care, or a regular appointment?
A practical rule of thumb: possible threats to life, limb, or vision belong in the emergency department; same-day problems that can't wait for an appointment but aren't dangerous, like minor cuts, sprains, or common infections, often fit urgent care; and ongoing or routine concerns belong with a primary-care provider. When in doubt about a serious symptom, choose the emergency department.
You don't choose your emergency physician, but you can control what happens next: ER visits end with follow-up instructions, and having a primary-care provider makes that follow-up real. If you're new to the Fort Bragg area and haven't established care yet, the guide below covers getting set up, and this directory shows who's accepting new patients.
Emergency Medicine Physicians in Sanford, NC
Listings built from the public NPPES registry, refreshed May 2026.
Yousif Alkadhi, MD
Dr. Yousif Alkadhi is an emergency medicine physician based in Sanford, NC. With his medical degree, he provides care in emergency settings for patients requiring immediate medical attention.
Russell Harrell, MD
Russell Harrell, MD, is an emergency medicine provider based in Sanford, NC. He is available to treat a wide range of urgent and emergency health concerns. Dr. Harrell welcomes patients seeking emergency care services.
Peter Joseph Buckley, DO
Peter Joseph Buckley, DO, is an emergency medicine provider in Sanford, NC. He is dedicated to providing care during urgent and emergency medical situations. Dr. Buckley brings his expertise to patients in need of immediate medical attention.
Paula Adkins
Paula Adkins provides emergency medicine services in Sanford, NC. She is dedicated to delivering care during urgent medical situations and helping patients through critical moments.
Jeja Bushra Syeda, MD
JEJA BUSHRA SYEDA, MD, specializes in emergency medicine and practices in Sanford, NC. She provides urgent and emergency care to patients in need of immediate medical attention.
Central Emergency Physicians, PLLC — Emergency Medicine
Central Emergency Physicians, PLLC provides emergency medicine services in Sanford, NC. The practice is dedicated to delivering urgent and emergency care to patients in need of immediate medical attention.
Akef S. Rahman, MD
Akef S. Rahman, MD, is an emergency medicine physician based in Sanford, NC. Dr. Rahman provides care in the emergency medicine specialty.
Frequently asked
How many emergency medicine physicians are listed in Sanford, NC?
Our directory currently lists 7 emergency medicine physicians in Sanford, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
When should I go to the ER instead of urgent care?
Go to the emergency department, or call 911, for symptoms that could threaten life, limb, or vision: chest pain, trouble breathing, stroke signs, severe bleeding, major injuries, or sudden severe pain. Urgent care fits same-day problems that aren't dangerous. When in doubt about a serious symptom, choose the ER.
Can I pick which emergency physician I see?
No; emergency departments assign the physicians on shift. What you can choose is where you go, when it's safe to choose, and who handles your follow-up care afterward. This directory helps with the follow-up side: finding local providers who are accepting new patients.
What should I do after an ER visit?
Read your discharge instructions, fill any prescriptions, and book the recommended follow-up promptly, usually with a primary-care provider or a specialist. If symptoms return or worsen, go back to the emergency department or call 911. Don't wait on a directory in an emergency.
Using TRICARE near Fort Bragg?
Our guides cover finding civilian emergency medicine physicians and other providers who accept TRICARE in the Sanford-area area, referrals, and setting up your PCM after a PCS.
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