Walk-in clinic study for emergency department patients
This study looks at whether patients sent to the emergency room by their general practitioner could be treated in a walk-in clinic instead. It aims to find better ways to manage care for stable patients.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- Your general practitioner gave you a letter sending you to the emergency department.
- You arrive at the emergency room between Monday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Your reason for coming is medical or due to an injury.
- You are stable when you arrive and during your stay.
- You do not need intensive treatments like IV fluids or strong antibiotics, or a CT scan or MRI.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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