Acute Medical Care Unit
An Acute Medical Care Unit (AMCU) is a specialized hospital ward designed for the rapid assessment, treatment, and stabilization of patients with urgent or severe medical conditions. It acts as a critical link between the Emergency Department (ED) and either the general medical ward or the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
- ➡️ 24/7 High-Level Monitoring: Patients are closely monitored with advanced equipment to detect any changes in their condition.
- ➡️ Multidisciplinary Team: Staffed by physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals trained in acute medicine.
- ➡️ Rapid Diagnosis & Intervention: Focuses on early diagnosis, quick treatment, and timely specialist input.
- ➡️ Short Stay Management: Most patients are managed within 24–72 hours before being discharged or transferred.