Emergency Department
Noosa Hospital Emergency Department: Here for You 24/7
Need emergency medical attention? The Noosa Hospital Emergency Department is equipped with a team of highly trained doctors and nurses, ready to provide life-saving care around the clock.
Here's what to know:
- Location: Easily accessible from Goodchap Street, Noosaville with parking available nearby.
- Contact:
- In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) for an ambulance.
- For non-emergencies, call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84). They can advise you if you need to see a doctor, go to a pharmacy, or visit the Emergency Department.
What to expect at the Emergency Department:
- Triage: A nurse will assess your condition and assign a priority level based on urgency.
- Category 1: Most critical, immediate care needed.
- Categories 2-4: Urgent or semi-urgent care needed.
- Category 5: Least urgent, may involve longer wait times.
- Wait times: These can vary depending on the department's busyness and the severity of other patients' conditions. The staff will see you as soon as possible.
- Treatment: Doctors will reassess your condition, ask questions, examine you, and discuss treatment options. Feel free to ask questions!
- If your condition can be treated at the Emergency Department, they will provide care.
- If you need further treatment, they may recommend seeing your GP or admit you to the hospital.
What to bring:
- Medicare card (if applicable)
- Pension or concession card (if applicable)
- List of current medications or the actual medications
- Any relevant x-rays, scans, or test results
- Your GP's contact information
- Supplies for infants or children (food, bottles, nappies, extra clothing, toys)
- Mobile phone and charger
- Book or magazine (optional)
Visitors:
Due to safety and infection control, visitors are strictly limited.
Going home:
- If you arrived by ambulance, arrange for someone to pick you up or take a taxi. Ambulances are for emergencies only.
- Follow up with your GP to discuss your visit and ongoing care.
Additional resources:
- For adult and paediatric medical factsheets on common conditions please visit this website.
Remember, the Noosa Hospital Emergency Department is here to provide exceptional care when you need it most.