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Reduce or Eliminate Diversion Times - SFGH ER

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Every day, SFGH ER goes on diversion, and all activity slows to a glacial pace. This is not unique to SFGH; it is a well-documented phenomenon that can be avoided by reducing or eliminating diversion times; see https://www.nasemso.org/Councils/DataManagers/documents/Effect-of-Ambulance-Diversion-Ban-on-ED.pdf

SFGH should implement a reduction-to-elimination plan for improving patient service by avoiding daily diversion.

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