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, September 19 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 20 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, September 25 at 8:00 a.m.

Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte 
Saturday, September 19 at 8:00 a.m. until Sunday, September 20 at 8:00 a.m.
Tuesday, September 22 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, September 23 at 8:00 a.m.

Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Breton 
Friday, September 18 at 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, September 19 at 8:00 a.m.
Monday, September 21 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, September 22 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, September 23 at 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, September 24 at 8:00 a.m.

Green Bay Health Centre, Springdale
Friday, September 18 from 8:00 p.m. until Saturday, September 19 at 8:00 a.m.
Monday, September 21 from 8:00 p.m. until Tuesday, September 22 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, September 23 from 8:00 p.m. until Thursday, September 24 at 8:00 a.m.

Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Tuesday, September 22 at 4:30 p.m. until Wednesday, September 23 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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