Cambridge hospital warns potential patients of lengthy wait times in emergency room
“Emergency wait times are very high today due to patient volumes, limited inpatient beds and ongoing staff shortages,” the tweet says.A spokesperson for the hospital told Global News that in some cases, people are waiting up to 12 hours for care.
“The wait times are very high right now – up to 12 hours, depending on the case,” the spokesperson said in an email. “We are asking those individuals who are able, to choose an alternate health care option such as a walk-in clinic, virtual clinic if available or their family doctor.”They also said those in need of emergency care will be seen in priority order.
“So, if a patient presents to the emergency department and they are at risk of losing life or a limb, they will be seen right away,” the spokesperson wrote.