General News
16 September, 2025
Easy access for ambos at clinic
A DEDICATED ambulance bay has opened at the Cairns South Medicare Urgent Care Clinic.
The new Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) access point will improve patient flow and safety, making it easier for paramedics.
Access is via the roundabout past McDonald’s, leading through the rear of the car park. A new carport has been constructed to ensure QAS vehicles are undercover during patient pick-ups and drop-offs.
The clinic has also installed an extra-wide automatic door, enabling seamless access for stretchers and mobility-assisted patients.
Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) chief executive officer Ben Tooth said the new QAS access point highlighted the clinic’s commitment to delivering timely, accessible health services to the Cairns south community.
“This new entry point is a vital step in ensuring that patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time,” he said.
“By making ambulance access smoother and safer, we’re helping to reduce pressure on the Cairns Hospital emergency department, while also supporting local families to access bulk-billed urgent care closer to home.”
Centre manager Anna Stuy said the new facilities were designed for both patient comfort and staff efficiency.
“We’ve listened to feedback from patients, staff and the QAS and we’re proud to deliver these upgrades,” she said.
“The new undercover drop-off point and wider automatic entry doors will make a real difference for patients arriving by ambulance, particularly during emergencies or severe weather.”
The clinic is at 5b Walker Rd, Edmonton.
