A new state-of-the-art emergency room opened its doors in Clearwater on Saturday, promising to bring critical healthcare services closer to residents in North Pinellas County.

HCA Florida Countryside Emergency, located at 2209 State Road 580, held its grand opening celebration with tours, children's activities, and holiday festivities. The $22.5 million facility will provide 24/7 emergency care starting in December.

"We're really excited to be in the Clearwater Dunedin area to provide emergency services," said Mari Elliott, Chief Operating Officer for HCA Florida Countryside Emergency and Largo Hospital. "People will be able to come in for anything from scrapes and cuts all the way to stroke and cardiac care and everything in between."

The 10,860-square-foot facility features 11 treatme

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