Planned ASMS senior doctors' strike — Thursday 1 May, 24 hours
Patient safety is our priority. Our hospitals and emergency departments will remain open. Continue to attend all appointments on the day of the strike unless we have contacted you to reschedule.
The general medicine service at Gisborne Hospital provides treatment for a wide variety of medical illnesses for people who do not need surgery. This includes illnesses that affect the lungs, heart, brain and kidneys.
For all general enquiries, contact Gisborne Hospital main reception:
General medicine services can be found at:
Gisborne Hospital
421 Ormond Road
General medical services cover a wide variety of conditions. This could include:
When you arrive at hospital, nurses will run some tests before you are seen by a doctor. There may be a wait to see a doctor. Depending on your condition, you might be admitted to stay at the hospital for further tests and treatment.
Staff on the medical ward include:
We also have a medical outpatient clinic. You might be referred to the clinic by your healthcare provider, or you might have an appointment after you have been discharged from hospital.
You can be referred to the general medical service by your healthcare provider or by the emergency department.