How to Get an Outpatient Appointment at HMC
Accessing healthcare services at HMC is straightforward with a referral from a doctor. Follow these steps to secure an outpatient appointment:
- Referral Process:
- From PHCC Doctor: A referral from a Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) doctor will be directly forwarded to HMC.
- From Private Clinic: Please take the referral documents from a private provider to the appropriate HMC clinic. The clinic will handle the necessary paperwork with the Referral Management Office.
- Appointment Notification:
- After a referral is processed, HMC will contact the patient with an appointment date and time. The timing of an appointment will depend on the urgency and nature of the medical case.
- On the Appointment Day:
- Arrival: Arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled appointment time to allow for check-in procedures.
- Companions: Patients are welcome to bring friends or relatives to an appointment for support.
- Follow-Up Appointments:
- Follow-up appointments will be arranged by the booking clerks in the outpatient clinic delivering the care.
- Changing or Cancelling Appointments:
- Patients who need to change or cancel their appointment should contact HMC as soon as possible by calling 16060.