 Center
of Excellence
Outpatient Center
Through the Outpatient Center of Excellence, a full scope of diagnostic
and outpatient testing is provided and numerous surgeries are performed
without requiring an overnight stay.
Services We Provide | What
to Bring | Our Commitment to You | Hours
Following are a few features of the Outpatient Center of Excellence.
Advanced voice-activated operating suites
Advanced voice-activated operating room suites are used for a full range of laparoscopic
and arthroscopic procedures. The rooms are equipped with HD cameras, monitors,
and technology that allows real-time communication with radiology, physician
offices, and UALR. |
Private Entrance
A full compliment of plastic surgery is offered in the Mercy Outpatient Surgery
Center including liposuction, reconstructive, laser and cosmetic procedures. A
separate entrance allows for private access. |
Pre Admission Screening (PAS)
Pre Admission Screening provides numerous pre-surgery services including
offers financial counseling to ensure that patients understand their
insurance benefits and payment options, educates patients to help alleviate
fears and anxieties, performs or arranges for necessary testing, and obtains
health information to assure the best surgical experience. To schedule
an appointment, call 314-4164. |
Services We Provide
The Center for Outpatient Services Department is here to care for all your
outpatient needs. We work in conjunction with your physician to accurately
diagnose and treat your medical condition by performing various routine
tests and treatments.
Our staff consists of highly trained, caring individuals who place the
patient’s needs first, in accord with the mission and values of the
Sisters of Mercy Health System.
Tests and treatments we provide
- Invasive radiology procedures (example: arteriogram, biopsy, etc.)
- Red blood cell transfusions
- Platelet transfusions
- Antibiotic infusions
- Injections – intramuscular (IM) and sub-cutaneous (SQ)
- Intravenous (IV) hydration
- IV medications
- Minimal sedation
- Vaccinations
- Therapeutic phlebotomy
- Blood work
- EKG’s
- Wound care *
- Chemotherapy *
We also handle patient admissions for the main hospital.
*See specific brochures for wound care and chemotherapy treatments
Invasive radiology procedures
To avoid a possible delay or cancellation of your invasive radiology procedure(s),
please read the following information and notify your physician if any questions
or concerns arise.
- You should come to Outpatient Services within 7 days of your
procedure to have “pre-procedure testing” completed
(if applicable). Your physician will notify you if this testing is
required.
- If you cannot come to Outpatient Services, please have the necessary
pre-procedure testing completed at your physician’s office within
7 days of your procedure.
- Many tests and treatments require that you do not eat, drink or
smoke after midnight the night before your test or treatment. Ask
your physician if this stipulation applies to you.
If you currently take blood-thinning medications, there is a possibility
that your test or treatment will be canceled. Notify your physician if you
have taken any of the following medications within five days of your
scheduled test or treatment.
- NSAIDS – Naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve), Sulindac (Clinoril),
Vioxx, Diclofenac (Voltaren), Aspirin, Celebrex, Ibuprofen (Motrin,
Advil)
- Anti-platelets – Plavix, Pletal, Trental, Ticlid, Persantine
- Anti-coagulants – Coumadin (Warfarin), Heparin, Lovenox
Make sure to call your physician if you have any questions or concerns
regarding your current medications.
What to bring
- A valid personal I.D.
- An order from your physician’s
office for the specific test or treatment to be completed.
- Applicable
insurance cards.
- A list of medications you currently take;
preferably the actual medications in their original containers.
- Someone
to drive you from the hospital. If you receive sedation during your visit,
you should not drive afterward.
- Wear comfortable, nonrestrictive
clothing.
Our Commitment to You
We believe in the dignity of every human being, regardless of age, sex,
religious affiliation or race. For this reason, the co-workers of St.
Edward Mercy are committed to exceeding our patients’ expectations
by delivering the highest degree of clinical care and service available.
This commitment extends also to the families and friends of our patients.
When your health is affected, we realize that those who are close to you
are also affected and that they deserve the same respect and service we
give to our patients.
If you, a loved one or a friend would like to know more about St. Edward
Mercy Outpatient Services, do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to
serve.
Hours
6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Monday through Friday
(Outpatient lab closes at 5:30 p.m.)
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