Olaide WaheedNetcare Linmed hospital visiting hours have been slightly adjusted to help people who can get off work early so as to visit with their loved ones receiving treatment at the hospital. There is usually a large number of visitors to the hospital because it is quite popular.
The hospital is very popular among the people of Benoni in Gauteng, south Africa for the top quality healthcare services it offers.
If you have loved ones receiving care at the hospital and would like to visit them, the following information would be very helpful.
Netcare Linmed Hospital Visiting Hours
In order to prevent crowding, and to also to ensure the hospital maintains a clam and serene environment, Netcare Linmed Hospital in Benoni, Gauteng, has established the following specific visiting hours.
The general visiting hours are:
Weekdays: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Weekends and Public Holidays: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
For specialized units, such as the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Maternity Ward, visiting hours differ:
ICU: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM daily
Maternity Ward: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM daily
While the visiting hours are set, and made public, it is also possible to visit outside the normal visiting times. However, one must first contact the hospital management in order to explain the reason for the visit, and to obtain permission.
How To Contact The Hospital
You can contact Netcare Linmed Hospital at +27 11 748 6200, or by emailing the hospital management on: [email protected].
If there are any delays in response times, you can also contact the hospital via:
Customer care: you can email [email protected]
For pre-admissions, you can email [email protected]
For complaints, suggestions, or compliments, you can contact the customer care team at the facility or the central customer service center at [email protected] or 0860 638 2273
Visitation Rules At The Hospital
To maintain a safe and peaceful environment, the hospital requests that visitors adhere to the following guidelines:
Limit the number of visitors: To avoid overcrowding, it is recommended that only two visitors are allowed at a time.
Health precautions: If you are feeling unwell or have been exposed to any contagious diseases, please refrain from visiting to protect the patients.
Those who have recently tested positive for covid-19 will have to wait for the period of 7 days before carrying out the visit. The same rule applies if they have not tested positive, but have been exposed to the disease – that is if they have been in contact with anyone who has the disease.
Those who wish to visit a patient who is receiving treatment for covid-19 will receive instructions so as to take extra precautions when visiting the patient.
Visitors are required to wear face masks, and to sanitize their hands when they visit the hospital.
What To Bring Along When Visiting The Hospital
Generally, the hospital requires that visitors come with their ID for documentation, and also that they come with face masks. However, there are several items that you can bring to the patient so as to give them comfort.
Flowers and cards are famous for bringing a smile to the faces of patients who are forced to have lengthy hospital stays. The flowers or cards can be purchased at local store, or cut and designed at home. It is especially good if the flowers are the patients’ favorite kind.
Toiletries such as toothbrushes, toothpastes, sanitary pads, and such items are thoughtful gifts to present to patients receiving treatment.
Comfortable clothes include shirts that have front buttons, or those that do not have any buttons at all such as t shirts or polo shirts. Those kinds of clothing are generally considered comfortable and good for day time wear.
Night time wears should also be brought; they may be pullovers with long sleeves, or pajamas. They should be easy to put on or take off.
Loose fitting pants are also very good for extended hospital stays; they are comfortable and easy to wear or take off. They include joggers, slacks, or yoga pants.
Comfortable footwear include rubber slippers, crocs, or sandals with Velcro straps. These are very easy to wear and take off, and they are usually convenient for long hours of daily wear.
Books, or magazines are very good to help the patients pass the time. They may include novels, subscription magazines, or even comic books. Patients also respond positively to old photo albums because they are filled with nostalgia, and an additional impetus to fight off the illness.
How To Proceed On The Visit
Get information about exactly where (what ward) your loved one is receiving care in the hospital.
Check the corresponding visiting hours for the ward, as is provided in the paragraphs above.
Get directions to the hospital from your present location.
When you get to the hospital, present your ID, and tell them the person you wish to see. The hospital staff will then give you directions to the ward, and further instructions.
When you get to the ward, you have to present yourself to the ward head before proceeding to see the patient.
Please wear your face mask, and sanitize your hands at the facilities provided for that purpose.
Related:
- Netcare Lakeview Hospital Visiting Hours
- Netcare Alberton Hospital Visiting Hours
- Life Glynview Hospital Visiting Hours
Closing
The vising times at Netcare Linmed hospital are subject to change at any time. Therefore, it is a good idea to get across to the hospital through any of the contact information provided in this article.
Furthermore, please note that the visiting times, and all other house rules set by the management of the hotel have been set for the benefit and protection of the patients, including the loved ones you wish to visit. Therefore, it is important to be courteous, and to follow the guidelines given.