Advertisement
If you have a new account but are having problems posting or verifying your account, please email us on hello@boards.ie for help. Thanks :)
Hello all! Please ensure that you are posting a new thread or question in the appropriate forum. The Feedback forum is overwhelmed with questions that are having to be moved elsewhere. If you need help to verify your account contact hello@boards.ie

Galway Clinic A&E

Options
  • 15-02-2023 7:07pm
    #1
    Perzival
    Registered Users Posts: 15 ✭


    I have an appointment in the Galway Clinic A&E tomorrow morning and have never been to it before. I’ve heard mixed things around waiting times i.e. even with an appointment, you could be there all day. Anyone have experienced they can share? Thanks.



Comments

  • Options
    #2
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    I've been in and out there in no time

    UHG A&E on the other hand....bring a sleeping bag



  • Options
    #3
    Perzival
    Registered Users Posts: 15 ✭Perzival


    Ok that’s good to know. Yes UHG can be a disaster which is why I’m avoiding it as my issue is not very serious.



  • Options
    #4
    Wompa1
    Registered Users Posts: 8,170 ✭✭✭Wompa1


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058284437/galway-clinic-a-e

    Been seen in less than 30 minutes. A bit tricky with needing an appointment but it does keep things flowing well.



  • Options
    #5
    Perzival
    Registered Users Posts: 15 ✭Perzival


    Well I can confirm that it was indeed very quick. Was seen to immediately and got all tests and results back very quick. Was in and out in less than 2 hours which I still consider very fast.

    Having an appointment is key, I don’t think I’d bother showing up without one as you’re unlikely to be admitted. GP referrals also seem to be slower I felt, it was people who had made appointments themselves that were seen to the quickest.

    Also just to point out the obvious, you will pay through the nose for the speed of service so ensure you’ve got decent health insurance coverage.



  • Options
    #6
    jkforde
    Registered Users Posts: 1,996 ✭✭✭jkforde


    just to make people aware of the Laya injury clinic in Briarhill, you don't need Laya health insurance coverage but of course will pay so only use in case of emergency but it's another A&E resource that people mightn't be aware of.

    🌦️ 6.7kwp, 45°, SSW, mid-Galway 🌦️



  • Advertisement
  • Options
    #7
    Cluedo Monopoly
    Registered Users Posts: 8,844 ✭✭✭Cluedo Monopoly


    Galway Clinic is usually quite fast for small stuff but their prime objective is to get money off you. As much as possible. If admitted, they will try their best to keep you as long as possible.

    What are they doing in the Hyacinth House?



  • Options
    #8
    rustyfrog
    Registered Users Posts: 455 ✭✭rustyfrog


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120251547#Comment_120251547

    Never knew that was open to non Laya customers, good shout.



  • Options
    #9
    crusd
    Registered Users Posts: 1,164 ✭✭✭crusd


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120251591#Comment_120251591

    Brother had a kidney stone recently (he knew what it was based on having had one previously) and wanting to make an appointment to avoid UHG was told they didn't have a urologist that day (a Thursday!). If its a simple matter they are good, but will pick and choose who to see based on what will be the easiest revenue generator at lowest cost, not based on who has the greatest need.



Advertisement