Frequently Asked Questions about Memorial Hospital West
What is it like to live in Memorial Hospital West, Pembroke Pines, FL?
The area around Memorial Hospital West is suburban with a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and nearby commercial services, offering convenient access to medical care. It has good road access (Pines Boulevard with I‑75 and Florida’s Turnpike nearby) and is served by Broward County Transit buses. Cost of living is generally above the U.S. average for a South Florida suburb, the climate is hot and humid with mild winters, and the region is subject to hurricane-season risk. Public schools are in the Broward County Public Schools district.
Is Memorial Hospital West, Pembroke Pines, FL expensive?
Memorial Hospital West is a large, non-profit acute-care hospital in the Memorial Healthcare System serving Broward County. Patient charges vary widely by procedure, length of stay, and whether care is in‑network with a patient’s insurer; uninsured or out‑of‑network patients can face high bills. The system offers financial assistance and payment-plan options, and for an exact cost estimate you should contact your insurer or the hospital’s billing/financial assistance office.
What is the weather of Memorial Hospital West, Pembroke Pines, FL?
The area has a tropical monsoon climate typical of South Florida, with hot, humid summers and a distinct wet season. The wet season (roughly June–September) brings frequent afternoon thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, while the dry season (November–April) is milder and drier with temperatures rarely falling below freezing. Hurricane season runs June–November, peaking in August–September, so there is a seasonal risk of tropical storms and hurricanes.
How safe is Memorial Hospital West, Pembroke Pines, FL?
Memorial Hospital West has on-site security, controlled patient-entry points and a 24/7 emergency department, which supports a generally secure campus environment. The surrounding area is served by the Pembroke Pines Police Department and is included in Broward County crime reporting. For up-to-date, location-specific crime data or recent incidents, consult Pembroke Pines PD crime maps or Broward County's crime data portal.