26/09/2023
How long is “too long” in to sit in a waiting area for an appointment??
As the pressure on the Australian healthcare system grows, waiting room times have become more inevitable at medical centres, hospitals and clinics.
However, the line – so to speak – must still be drawn somewhere.
Even though your patients know that waiting is just a part of the process, there is still such a thing as “waiting too long” – and this is something that healthcare providers must pay close attention to.
So, ask yourself: are your patients waiting too long?
• What do we mean by “waiting” and how long is “too long”?
• How do wait times affect the entire patient experience?
• How can you minimise the wait times in your healthcare facility?
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