ER availability at multiple central health sites
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at the following Central Zone sites:
A.M. Guy Memorial Health Centre, Buchans
Saturday, June 20 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 24 at 12:00 p.m. until Friday, June 26 at 8:00 a.m.
Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Friday, June 19 at 8:00 a.m. until Monday, June 22 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, June 24 at 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, June 25 at 8:00 a.m.
Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Breton
Friday, June 19 at 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, June 20 at 8:00 a.m.
Monday, June 22 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, June 23 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y. K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Saturday, June 20 at 2:00 p.m. until Friday, June 26 at 8:00 a.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Saturday, June 20 at 8:00 a.m. until Monday, June 22 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, June 24 at 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, June 25 at 8:00 a.m.
When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER as usual where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. The emergency department staff will be supported by a physician who will be available virtually.
In case of emergency: Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency. If you are unsure if you should go to the emergency department, please call the 811 HealthLine or click here.
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