Olaide WaheedNetcare Lakeview Hospital visiting hours are subject to change. This is a private hospital offering world class healthcare services to the people of Benoni, East Rand, and the larger Gauteng area. It is a very popular hospital with 94 beds, and a team of doctors from diverse disciplines. As such, there is a lot confidence in the hospital – it is the first choice for a lot of people in the area.
With so many people choosing this hospital, there is a potential for crowding especially from people coming to visit their loved ones receiving treatment.
To prevent such overcrowding, and to ensure that patients get maximum rest in a calm and serene environment, the hospital management has scheduled the following times for visitors.
Netcare Lakeview Hospital Visiting Hours
Netcare hospitals visiting times often fall between 15:00 and 17:00 on Weekdays.
And also 19:00 and 20:00 on weekdays.
Visitations are also open on weekends and public holidays.
However, it is possible to visit your loved ones outside the usual visiting times – one needs to contact the hospital management so as to signify the intention, and to explain the reason for such request.
Netcare Lakeview Hospital Contact Information
The most common way to reach out to the hospital management is via phone on +27 11 422 4531, and 011 422 4531. However, there are other ways to reach out to the hospital, such as via email: [email protected].
However, if there is any delay in getting a response, you may channel your queries to the central Netcare customer service center via: 0860 638 2273, and via email: [email protected].
How To Proceed On A Visit To The Hospital
In order to visit Netcare Lakeview, the first thing is to make sure you know the particular ward or department where your loved one is receiving care.
Then check the visiting times as suggested above. It may also be a good idea to call the hospital if your planned visit falls outside the normal visiting hours.
Get directions to the hospital from your present location. The hospital is located at 1 Mowbray Avenue, Benoni CBD, Benoni, 1500.
On getting to the hospital, present your ID, and then tell them the person you wish to see. The staff at the hospital lobby will direct you to the ward where your loved one is receiving care.
But there are a few protocols that must be followed:
Rules To Be Observed When Visiting
Visitors are required to wear face masks, and to wash their hands before proceeding into the hospital.
Only 2 persons may visit a patient at a time.
Those who have tested positive for covid-19, or who have been exposed to the virus must wait till after a period of 7 days before they can visit the hospital.
Those who wish to visit a loved one who is receiving treatment for covid-19 will be asked to undertake extra precautions.
Upon arrival at the ward where your loved one is receiving care, please check with the unit manager before proceeding to see your loved one.
What To Bring To The Hospital
As a general rule, visitors are required to bring along face masks, and their IDs when coming to the hospital. However, there are several items that can be brought along for the comfort of the patient. These comfort items can go a long way to help the patient during these trying times.
Flowers and Cards are well known to lift the mood. They remind the patients of the love and good feelings they share with the senders. They can be brought alone, or as a combination. The cards can be bought from shops, or hand made at home. The flowers can also be bought, or cut from the garden. It is especially good when you know the particular type of flowers they love.
Toiletries such as toothbrushes, toothpastes, and sanitary pads can help the patients with their daily needs, and can also show that they are loved.
Comfortable clothes are a very thoughtful thing to bring along for a hospital visit. This is especially true when the person was rushed to the hospital without having a chance to pack. Some clothes that can be very helpful include shirts that have front buttons, or t shirts, and polo shirts. They are easy to put on or take off.
Night time wears such as pullovers with long sleeves, or pajamas will also be very well appreciated.
Loose fitting pants are also very comfortable, especially those that are held by rubber bands instead of belts and zippers. These may be joggers, yoga pants, and so on.
Comfortable footwear include rubber slippers, crocs, or sandals with Velcro straps. These are very easy to wear and take off, and they usually do not cause any pain after long hours of daily wear.
Books, or magazines are also very thoughtful items to bring along to hospital visits; they can help the patients pass the time, and deal with boredom. Old photo albums also have a similar effect; they are great comfort items because they give the patient memories of the past. This nostalgia can give the patient an added reason to live.
Related:
- Netcare Alberton Hospital Visiting Hours
- Netcare Mulbarton Hospital Visiting Hours
- Life The Glynnwood Hospital Visiting Hours
Closing
The visiting hours at Netcare Lakeview hospital are often similar to those of other hospitals in the Netcare group. If you must visit at odd hours, kindly contact the hospital management first, and explain why the visit is necessary.
Please remember that the restrictions on visitations are in the best interests of your loved ones. Therefore, kindly respect the visiting rules, and be courteous to hospital staff.