When you arrive our admin team will register you.  After that you will be seen by a triage nurse who will assess you.  Based on that assessment you will be prioritise to be seen based on your condition. But if anything changes or if you begin to feel worse, let them know right away.

Learn more about our Emergency Department here.
 

Patients who are seriously ill, injured or worried that their life is in danger should always attend the ED where they will be treated as a priority.

Patients presenting to Emergency Department are seen in order of clinical priority. People presenting with non-urgent or minor conditions and injuries may experience extended wait times.

Emergency medicine is a specialty with the knowledge and skills required for the diagnosis and management of acute and urgent illness and injury affecting patients.

Learn more about our Emergency Department here.

Yes, radiology have a walk-in service for GP-referred chest X-rays only.  Patients can arrive with their GP referral letter and get a chest X-ray, without an appointment, between the hours of 08:30 to 15:00 only, Monday to Friday.

Learn more about our Radiology Department here.

It is important that we have all your correct details – we will only send correspondance or texts to you at the address or phone number we have for you on file – if you change your address or mobile number please let the Clinic Secretary know.   It is also a good idea to check with the Clinic Secretary when you are at your next OPD appointment that we have your correct details. Make sure your let your GP know if you have changed your address as well.

The location of your appointment will be written on your appointment letter – make sure you arrive at the right location as we have OPD clinics in Beaumont, St Joseph’s Hospital and in our satellite clinic in Omni Shopping Centre.

Yes, generally a Consultant will ask you what medications you are taking.  If it’s easier, just bring a list of all your medications – your Pharmacist will give you this list.

While we generally ask that patients arrive alone for their appointments we understand that some patients will need help – so if this applies to you then yes of course you can bring someone with you.  You can also ask that our companion comes into the appointment with you so you understand everything you are being told.  They may be asked to wait outside if the doctor wants to examine you. 

Please arrive at the Hospital 10 minutes before your appointment time, however do allow time for parking.

Yes, if English is not your first language we can arrange an Interpreter/Translator to go to your appointment with you.  To arrange this you must contact the Clinic Secretary at least a week before your appointment date so arrangements can be made.  Check the letter you received confirming your appointment for the contact details