What is same day emergency care ?
Same Day Emergency Care, previously known as Ambulatory Care is not new but does continue to evolve as a concept. The underpinning principle is that coordinated access to assessment, diagnostics and treatment can enable some patients to avoid an overnight hospital stay (admission). Over time, many clinical conditions have shifted from traditional inpatient care to outpatient and same day – DVT and PE are clear examples.
UKAOS members are working with colleagues in acute medicine and emergency care teams to develop guidance and pathways that will support the implementation of ambulatory care pathways for oncology patients. We are also sharing examples of new and innovative AO services.
Please have a look at the links below to find an introduction to SDEC services, some guiding principles and practice examples.
If you would like to add to this information and /or share your SDEC examples, do please contact us.
We will be adding to this area as services develop ,so please revisit regularly for updates.