PHCC health centres record over 380,000 patient visits in July
<p>Doha, Qatar: Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) health centres recorded 380,637 patient visits during July, reflecting continued demand for a broad range of primary healthcare services across Qatar.</p> <p>Family medicine clinics accounted for the largest share of visits, with 209,810 consultations during the month, according to latest data released by the PHCC.</p> <p>PHCC operates family…
Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) health centres in Qatar handled over 380,000 patient visits in July, indicating persistent demand for primary healthcare services. Family medicine clinics led the visitation, accounting for 209,810 consultations in July, as reported by PHCC. The Family Medicine Model, implemented at all 31 health centres, aims to empower patients to manage their health and reduce the need for secondary care.
Dental services saw 26,877 visits, while mental health clinics received 6,653 visits. PHCC's integrated psychiatry service caters to moderate to severe mental health disorders, with mental health support clinics available at various health centres. The Well-Baby Clinics conducted 14,591 visits, offering routine health check-ups, developmental monitoring, and mandatory vaccinations for children up to five years old.
Home-based and virtual healthcare services were also provided, with 316 beneficiaries using medication home-delivery and 29,824 telephone consultations handled. Patients can access virtual services through the 16000 call centre, which offers telephone or video consultations with physicians 24/7. A nurse-led telephone triage service assists patients overnight, directing them to the appropriate healthcare service.
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