Thank you for choosing Sibley Memorial Hospital for your health care needs. Before your arrival, feel free to browse the information that will prepare you for your visit and help make your stay with us more comfortable and convenient. You may also contact a specific department at Sibley if you have questions before or after your visit.
Patients, visitors and care partners must walk through a weapons-detection system when entering. District of Columbia (DC) law prevents gun owners from taking firearms into hospitals. Sibley Memorial Hospital is a weapons-free campus.
Learn more about what to expect.
Visiting Hours
Visiting hours at Sibley Memorial Hospital are 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily. Before your visit, please review our Care Partner and Visitor Policy.
Weapons Detection System FAQs
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Evolv uses advanced sensors and artificial intelligence technology to detect concealed weapons that could cause harm. Patients, visitors and staff members do not need to empty their pockets before walking through the system.
Laptops and tablet computers may trigger an alert as you walk through the weapons-detection system. We recommend you remove your laptops and tablets before screening, and hold them in front while walking through the upright posts.
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If a weapon is detected, a public safety officer is alerted right away. The public safety team then takes immediate measures to resolve the situation before allowing entry into the hospital, in order to help ensure the safety and well-being of everyone on the premises.
Detected weapons and other dangerous items must be surrendered or taken home. If you have an appointment, it may need to be rescheduled.
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Suburban Hospital is a weapons-free campus. This includes:
- Firearms, firearm magazines and bullets
- Box cutters
- Knives
- Razors
- Tasers/stun guns
- Any item that may be classified as a weapon
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Evolv uses ultra-low frequency electromagnetic fields and advanced sensors to detect concealed weapons. The frequency levels are considered safe for the general public, including people who are pregnant, and they are similar to those used by some anti-theft systems in stores.