Overview

This is a service that is provided within our Emergency Departments, for those who need specialist same day review and treatment. The service offers rapid access to diagnostics, senior specialist review and a management plan for your condition.

The types of conditions that are assessed and treated here include: suspected clots in limbs or lungs (DVT or PE), cellulitis (skin infections), shortness of breath, headaches, palpitations, hypertension (high blood pressure) and pyelonephritis (kidney infections).

Contact Us

  • South Tyneside District Hospital – 0191 4041000
  • Sunderland Royal Hospital – 0191 5699735

Finding Us

Our service is based in Sunderland Royal Hospital and South Tyneside District Hospital (adjacent to A&E).

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