People are currently reading this guide. So You Need an ER in LA: A Guide Through the City of Angels' Bandaged Underbelly Ah, Los Angeles. The land of dreams, movie stars, and...well, sometimes unforeseen medical emergencies. Whether you tangled with a rogue squirrel on a hike (those things are vicious!), got a touch too friendly with a habanero pepper, or simply misplaced your sense of balance down a flight of stairs, you might find yourself needing a trip to the ER.