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- New Cardiology Rapid Access Service commences at Robina Hospital on the Gold Coast today.
- Patients to receive time-critical, comprehensive specialist care without an extended stay in the Emergency Department or being admitted to hospital.
- The service supplements the Gold Coast University Hospital's Cardiology Cath Lab which services more acute, severe heart conditions.
- One of 24 Rapid Access Services opening around the state.
Gold Coast hearts will beat a bit stronger this St Valentine's Day with a new cardiac health service starting today from Robina Hospital.
The new Cardiology Rapid Access Service provides an alternative to the Emergency Department for patients presenting with cardiac-related conditions, including some types of chest pain.
It provides patients with time-critical, comprehensive specialist care without the need for an extended stay in the Emergency Department or being admitted to hospital.
The service will supplement the Gold Coast University Hospital's Cath Lab which cares for patients with more acute, severe heart conditions.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Health and Ambulance Services Yvette D'Ath:
"Rapid Access Clinics are a key component of our Queensland Health and Hospitals Plan. Not only are we delivering a record health infrastructure investment, we are empowering our frontline staff to deliver innovative models of care to improve patient outcomes," Minister D'Ath said.
"The new Cardiology Rapid Access Service on the Gold Coast is one of 24 Rapid Access Services opening around the State courtesy of an $11.66 million commitment in the 2023-23 State Budget.
"This is a crucial investment in the healthcare of Queenslanders.
"Rapid Access Services improve the patient experience for people with acute and chronic illnesses, such as cardiac disease, through the provision of care in the most appropriate setting for individuals."
Quotes attributable to Member for Gaven Meaghan Scanlon:
"Investments like these are vital to ensure that the Gold Coast receives state-of-the-art facilities to support our fast-growing community," said Ms Scanlon.
"This investment is evidence of the Palaszczuk Government's commitment to the ongoing improvement of Gold Coast hospitals, so they are equipped to meet the needs of the community.
"We are delivering $1.6 billion worth of health infrastructure projects for the growing Gold Coast community, which together will provide an extra 648 beds and will deliver healthcare services closer to home.
"Our investments to build new and expanded hospitals across the Gold Coast will also provide a significant boost for the local economy and local businesses, creating more than 3,800 construction jobs."
