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Other services at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre were not impacted by this temporary disruption in service.
AHS and local medical staff recognize that temporary closures are concerning to the community and continue to collaborate to secure additional supports through ongoing recruitment efforts. AHS is grateful for the support of staff and physicians who work to minimize temporary disruption as much as possible. Additionally AHS appreciates the support of surrounding healthcare centres, and would like to thank the community for its patience and understanding during this time.
During this temporary closure of the ED nursing staff will remain in the department, providing assistance in redirecting/referring patients to alternate emergency departments in neighbouring communities, or other appropriate levels of service, as needed. EMS will remain available to the community and will be re-routed to surrounding facilities, including Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre, Wetaskiwin Hospital and Care Centre or Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre.
Other services at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre are not impacted by this temporary closure.
Efforts to secure alternative locum coverage remain ongoing. In the event coverage is secured, the ED will reopen earlier and the community will be informed.
AHS and local medical staff recognize that temporary closures are concerning to the community and continue to collaborate to secure additional supports through ongoing recruitment efforts. AHS is grateful for the support of staff and physicians who work to minimize temporary disruption as much as possible. Additionally AHS appreciates the support of surrounding healthcare centres, and would like to thank the community for its patience and understanding during this time.
Alberta Health Services provides a range of healthcare services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Our mission is to provide excellent, patient-focused healthcare that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our current focus is on reducing emergency department wait times, improving EMS response times, increasing access to surgeries, and improving patient flow.
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