Virtual ER Availability at Central Zone 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, March 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m. until Friday, March 13 at 8:00 a.m.

Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Sunday, March 8 at 8:00 a.m. until Monday, March 9 at 8:00 a.m.
Tuesday, March 10 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, March 11 at 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, March 12 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, March 13 at 8:00 a.m.

Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Breton
Friday, March 6 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, March 10 at 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, March 12 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, March 13 at 8:00 a.m.

Dr. Y.K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Friday, March 6 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, March 13 at 8:00 a.m.

Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Tuesday, March 10 at 4:30 p.m. until Wednesday, March 11 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.

Other information:
811 HealthLine is available 24/7 to provide:
medical advice (including virtual nurse practitioner appointments);
health information; and
support in a mental health crisis.

For more information, please visit: https://www.811healthline.ca/.

NL Health Services thanks the public for their understanding as we continue to focus on providing safe and quality care for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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