130 recommendations hindering UHL emergency department staff, with excessive testing and long discharge waits identified.

A report on University Hospital Limerick's emergency department reveals staff overwhelmed by 130 recommendations, hindering their ability to address key issues. It notes excessive diagnostic testing driven by compensation concerns and long patient discharge waits, with many exceeding 28 days. The report advocates for prioritizing impactful recommendations and suggests implementing a primary care physician at the entrance to streamline patient flow and improve efficiency.

October 07, 2024
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