Health and Emergency Resources

In the event of an emergency, being prepared to react effectively is the most critical step in ensuring the health and safety of yourself and those around you. Below are emergency procedure instructions for the two primary TMS2023 meeting venues.

Find Health Care Services

Download this listing of local hospitals, urgent care centers, and pharmacies to find services convenient to the San Diego Convention Center and the Hilton San Diego Bayfront. This list can also be accessed through the TMS2023 App.

Know Your Surroundings

Please take a few moments to review the maps of the TMS2023 facilities available beginning on page 5 of the TMS2023 conference guide and on the TMS2023 App. When you enter these buildings, familiarize yourself with the exits and the stairs leading to those exits. When you arrive at your session or event location, look for the emergency exits that are in proximity to you.

Emergency Procedures at the San Diego Convention Center

Emergency Contacts

If you experience a security or medical emergency and need to call for help, choose one of the following options:
  • Dial extension 5911 from any white house phone located within the Convention Center public areas
  • Dial 1-619-525-5911 from your mobile phone

Convention Center Security

The main Security office is located on the ground level, dock side, behind Exhibit Hall C. Security staff are on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including a Public Safety Supervisor or Manager. Some of their services include:
  • Basic first aid, CPR/AED, fire extinguisher use, and bleeding control
  • Security and medical first response emergency services
  • Access control to the front driveway and loading docks
  • Interior & exterior building patrol
  • 24-Hour Dispatch Center

What to Do if the Fire Alarm Activates

  • Do not evacuate unless there are obvious signs of danger or fire
  • Listen for an announcement that the alarm is being investigated
  • If evacuation is not needed, a follow-up announcement will be made to advise that the alarm has been cleared and you may continue your activities
  • If evacuation is needed, leave the building through the nearest exit and go to one of three dedicated evacuation assembly areas

At the Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Emergency Contacts

If you experience a security or medical emergency and need to call for help, choose one of the following options:
  • Dial #55 from any house phone located within the hotel
  • Dial 1-619-321-4238 from your mobile phone

Evacuation Information

In the event of a fire or other emergency which requires evacuation, evacuate the building immediately through the nearest exit. The hotel’s evacuation rally point is on the park lawn in front of the hotel.