Spring 2023 3 Schedule an ER visit online Check in at home, arrive at your chosen time Have one of life’s minor health emergencies? Getting care is easier with an online tool called InQuickER. If you have a minor illness or injury, you can use InQuickER to reserve a check-in time at Texas Health Mansfield’s emergency room. Then you can wait in the comfort of your home and arrive at your designated treatment time. When to use InQuickER InQuickER is for when you have a minor health issue, like a sprained ankle, cold and flu symptoms, or a stomachache that’s not too bad. Do not use InQuickER if you have a life-threatening emergency. In that case, you should call 911 immediately or go to your nearest ER. InQuickER has been well-received by patients who have used it to schedule a visit to the ER. “InQuickER is another way for patients to access care,” says Heather Granado, D.O., emergency department Medical Director. “We’ve had very good responses from patients about the ease of use.” Short wait times overall But even if you come to the emergency room instead of using InQuickER, chances are you won’t wait long. Our short wait times mean you will get the care you need as quickly as possible. “Our goal is always to have short door-to-provider times,” Dr. Granado says. “That’s one of the reasons our patients come here, so we are doing everything we can to make that happen.” Should you ever need us, know that our ER is staffed and equipped to handle all types of emergencies—from heart attacks to trauma—24/7. Schedule your ER visit fromhome To find the InQuickER tool, visit TexasHealthMansfield.org or scan the QR code with your smartphone camera. When to call 911 Seek emergency care if you have: ● Chest discomfort (including a squeezing, pressing, tight or pressure feeling), which is a common heart attack sign ● Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing ● Stroke-like symptoms, such as sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body; sudden trouble seeing; sudden confusion; or sudden trouble speaking or understanding speech Heather Granado, D.O., emergency department Medical Director
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