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Upper Limb (Hand Wrist Elbow) Centralized Access - Facilitated Access to Specialized Treatment (FAST)

The Facilitated Access to Specialized Treatment Program (FAST) is a centralized program for surgical referrals in the Edmonton Zone intended to improve access for patients.

The program is a collaborative effort between the Surgeons, local Primary Care Networks and Âé¶¹Ó³»­.

Key outcomes for patients and physicians include:

  • understanding existing processes of referral, waiting times and patient flow
  • understanding how existing resources are being used
  • finding gaps in the system where additional resources can make a difference, match resources to demand
  • improving access and patient flow
  • providing more timely patient care

Contact Details

Edmonton Zone and Area

Telephone
1-833-553-3278
Fax
780-643-1235
Email
ezupperlimbreferrals@albertahealthservices.ca
Getting There

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Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Monday
7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Tuesday
7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday
7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday
7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Friday
7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Access
Service Providers May Include
clerks, family doctors, nurse practitioners (NPs), registered nurses (RNs), surgeons
Service Access

Healthcare providers should consult the for service referral information.


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Also Known As
Acronym
FAST
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