What is the Frailty Virtual Ward?
Virtual Wards (VW) are a safe and efficient alternative to NHS bedded care and are led by a GP/Geriatrician.
They deal with all medical problems prevalent in the older population (fluid overload, infections, electrolyte disturbance, blood pressures etc) and can also deal with mobility and social issues.
Who we see?
The service accepts patients who meet the following criteria:
- 65 years and over with a Clinical Frailty Score of ≥5
- Registered to a Tower Hamlets GP
- Been physically seen in the last 7 days
- May require hospital treatment in the next 2 weeks
How to refer into the service:
Referrals to be sent via email to bartshealth.THfrailtyVW@nhs.net or VW mobile phone – 07729 046 924
Referrals with be reviewed and responded to on the same day if before 2pm and will aim to be first seen within 24-48 hours (and more urgently if required)