Health
Night clinic at St Anselm hospital cuts waiting times by a third
The Meridian Daily ·
Sunday, 11 October 2026 ·
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A walk-in clinic that opens from six in the evening until midnight has reduced emergency waiting times at St Anselm hospital by a third, according to figures published this week.
The clinic treats minor injuries and illnesses that do not need the emergency department, freeing doctors to deal with serious cases more quickly.
Hospital director Dr Paul Okafor said the clinic had seen more than 9,000 patients in its first six months and would be extended to weekends from next month.
Businesses in the area have been invited to an information evening at the City Hall, where planners will answer questions and show maps of each stage.
Councillors from all parties agreed that the city should report back regularly, so that people can see how the money is being spent.
The clinic treats minor injuries and illnesses that do not need the emergency department, freeing doctors to deal with serious cases more quickly.
Hospital director Dr Paul Okafor said the clinic had seen more than 9,000 patients in its first six months and would be extended to weekends from next month.
Businesses in the area have been invited to an information evening at the City Hall, where planners will answer questions and show maps of each stage.
Councillors from all parties agreed that the city should report back regularly, so that people can see how the money is being spent.
