The First Observational Study of Acute Medical Unit in Qatar

Abstract

Background Acute medical unit (AMU) is a dedicated facility to treat patients with acute medical conditions requiring a short hospital stay (< 72 hours) with the support of a multidisciplinary team led by a medical consultant. We aim to present a study of the AMU model of care from Qatar to provide insight into its effects on patient care and management.

Keywords

• acute medical unit
• acute medicine
• emergency department
• length of stay
• postdischarge clinic
• readmission