Online Publication of Emergency Department Wait Times – Risks and Benefits

Authors

  • Matthew Walker

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15273/dmj.Vol40No2.5281

Abstract

Canadian emergency departments are increasingly publishing live wait time estimates on the Internet in an attempt to reduce ED crowding. We conclude that while there is no evidence that the strategy reduces crowding, theoretical patient safety and legal liability concerns are likely overstated.

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Walker, M. (2014). Online Publication of Emergency Department Wait Times – Risks and Benefits. DALHOUSIE MEDICAL JOURNAL, 40(2). https://doi.org/10.15273/dmj.Vol40No2.5281

Issue

Vol. 40 No. 2 (2014)

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Review

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