RAPID ACCESS SERVICE
Straight to the Point The Rapid Access Service provides a 24-hour medical care service, in a welcoming environment with compassion and courtesy in keeping with the values of the Bon Secours Hospital.
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ince the Rapid Access Service started in the Bon Secours Hospital in 2009, it has grown rapidly and is a source of great pride to the hospital. The idea for the service stemmed from an increasing demand from local GPs and a recognition that particular patients needed access to immediate treatment or investigation without having to attend the local emergency department. The service now receives referrals from the thirty-two counties. The north is an unexpected referral source, however the hospital's location adjacent to the M1 and M50, coupled with its reputation and proven expertise in the compassionate and efficient care of patients has made it an attractive option for northern patients and those from adjacent counties.
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RAPID ACCESS UNIT TEAM • Dr Colette Barry • Prof Richard Costello • Dr Ross Morgan • Prof Chris Thompson
"This is a streamlined system for GPs to refer suitable patients who require hospitalisation for investigation or treatment and who want avoid the emergency department and its attendant delays."
The Rapid Access Service is led by a team of four consultants, Prof Richard Costello, Dr Ross Morgan, Prof Chris Thompson and Dr Colette Barry with the support of a medical registrar and three dedicated clinical nurse managers David Keogh, Collette Nolan and Suzanne Donlon. Its initial focus was to provide a service for patients with respiratory problems such as ineffective exacerbation of COPD, pneumonia or those with persistent chest infection. It has since evolved to include patients with other medical difficulties such as suspected pulmonary embolism, cellulitis, UTI, suspected DVT, endocrine and gastric issues. Additional specialities will be added to the service in the next 12 months potentially including Urology and Surgical patients. The Rapid Access Service only accepts
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