#DYK about 500 people come to Community Medical Centers' emergency rooms every day? A few by helicopter, about 200 by ambulance, and the rest through our waiting room doors.
Emergency rooms can't operate on a first come, first serve basis - the sickest and most critical patients have to be seen first. This means that you may experience long wait times for non-emergent needs.
Here's how you can help:
✅ Be safe
✅ Find a primary care doctor and see them regularly
✅ Take care of yourself and follow your doctor's advice
✅ Consider alternatives like urgent care or prompt care for non-emergent needs
Learn more about why the Valley's emergency rooms have long wait times and how you can help!
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7moHilarious!!! Wishing you a reasonable Merry Christmas and reasonable new year as well.