GP pilot program to take load off hospital EDs
It's a smart way to fill appointment gaps, says participating GPÂ Dr Mike Civil
Perth general practices will take on more urgent care cases under a pilot program aimed at reducing the strain on hospital EDs.
When WA Health’s GP Urgent Care Clinic Network pilot rolls out on 10 September, 133 metropolitan practices will be available for urgent but non-life-threatening cases between 8am and 8pm.