Consider all options before attending ED on bank holiday weekend - Naas Hospital
A range of care pathways available to patients
Naas General Hospital has reminded the public of their treatment options before attending the Emergency Department (ED) at the hospital this bank holiday weekend.
Kieran McDonald, General Manager, Naas General Hospital stated: “While we are preparing for a busy Bank Holiday period in the hospital, we ask everyone to consider all options before going to the Emergency Department.
"The days following the Bank Holiday period can also be particularly busy in the NGH Emergency Department so please consider all available options next week also.
"Those who believe they may be seriously ill and require emergency care should of course come to hospital, but we would urge others to consider seeking support from pharmacists, GPs, GP out-of-hours services and injury units.
"While some patients may regrettably experience long wait times in our emergency departments, urgent patients will always be prioritised for treatment and care.”
There are a range of care pathways available to patients who do not need emergency care including:
- Visit your pharmacy for advice on common minor illnesses. Find out more here https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/2/pharmacy/
- If you urgently need to see a GP outside of normal hours, contact your local GP Out of Hours service, details below
Out of Hours Urgent GP Services
KDOC operates an appointment only service for urgent medical needs. The out of hours centres are located in Naas and Celbridge. Opening hours are Monday to Friday – 17:30 – 8:00am and Weekends & Bank Holidays –open 24 hours a day. Call: 045 848 701 to book an appointment or go to www.kdoc.ie for more information.
An Injury Unit can treat a wide range of injuries such as broken bones, dislocations, sprains and strains, minor burns and scalds for all patients. All units have access to x-ray and basic diagnostic services. For more information see www.hse.ie/injuryunits
Naas Hospital Injury Unit
Vista Primary Care Centre, Ballymore Eustace Road, Naas, Kildare, W91 X38W
Monday to Sunday 10am to 8pm. Service Available To: Age 16 and older
- Emergency Departments treat seriously ill patients. Visit an ED or call 999 or 112 if someone is seriously ill or injured and their life is at risk. Those with less severe injuries and symptoms may have to wait to be seen in Emergency Departments
Information on how to manage common illness and advice on when to get emergency help is also available at https://www2.hse.ie/living-well/ and https://www2.hse.ie/my-child/ in relation to children.