Newham Hospital- OPEL 4

Newham Hospital A&E is extremely busy

Newham Hospital is at OPEL (Operational Pressures Escalation Levels) 4 which is the highest level with associated impacts on care. Colleagues at the hospital A&E are working hard to ensure patients are treated as quickly as possible, but patients are being advised wait times may be long, and they may be seen quicker elsewhere.

System partners are working together to help with discharge into social care, and capacity of GP slots at Essex Lodge.

Please remind patients on where they can find the right care for their needs, which includes pharmacies, primary care and 111.

Where to get the right help – NHS North East London