Urgent Care service (includes Emergency Department and Acute Assessment Unit)
Our Urgent Care team provides a 24/7 service for the assessment and treatment of patients of all ages with acute illness or injury. Specifically trained doctors and nurses working in the emergency department are dedicated to providing high quality, evidence-based, emergency care to the local population.
Location
A&E for the Emergency Department
Acute Assessment Unit is located in A4
Contact details
Acute Assessment Unit – 01535294582
Emergency Department – 01535294481
Opening hours
24/7
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Who we are
The Urgent Care Service is staffed by consultants, associate specialists, middle grade doctors and junior doctors. In addition, there are several Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs) who are trained to see patients with minor injuries.
Our nursing team has advanced emergency training and clinical skills. The department also benefits from dedicated mental health liaison and alcohol support teams.
My patient journey
Assessments, appointments and booking
My advice
How do patients access the emergency department
More Information
More information about the options we provide
Coming to Hospital
What you need to know when coming to an appointment
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