Temporary Operational Procedures July 8, 2024

News Release Date
07-08-2024
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

K’ima:w Medical Center Main Clinic Air Conditioning System Is Down

Temporary Operational Procedures Activated

The air conditioning unit in the main clinic building at K’ima:w Medical Center is currently non-operational. The systems is expected to be repaired by Thursday. Due to the extreme weather conditions, the safety of our patient and staff, KMC will have a modified schedule until Thursday July 11, 2024. Temporary operating procedures have been put in place during this time, and will extend through Thursday, July 11th, 2024 as follows:

KMC clinic will be open for regular patient care from 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (If you would like an early morning appointment, please call our scheduling desk)..

Emergency triages will be accepted through the back of the clinic (Please drive to the back of the clinic under the overhang, staff will be available for emergency triage appts only) from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Emergencies are defined as any individuals showing signs of cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.

Lab and Radiology are closed.

Pharmacy is fully operational and open during normal business hours.

All departments not located in the main clinic have not been impacted by this and are open for normal business hours. The MAT staff will be located temporarily in the Outreach Offices, however they can be reached through their regular extensions.

If you are having a medical emergency, please call 9-1-1. The after hours line can connect you with medical advice or a providers if needed, call 625-4261. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our patients and the community. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this unforeseen time.