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New Ilse on-call bus starts: Better medical care for Pasewalk!
Pilot project in Uckermark: Ilse-Rufbus starts on October 1st to improve rural medical care.
New Ilse on-call bus starts: Better medical care for Pasewalk!
In a remarkable initiative to improve medical care in rural areas, a new pilot project will launch on October 1st to make specialist appointments easier for people without their own vehicle. Again Northern Courier reports, the project is initiated in collaboration with the Verkehrsgesellschaft Vorpommern-Greifswald mbH (VVG) and is a valuable response to the existing criticism of local public transport in the Vorpommern-Greifswald district.
Currently, on-call bus services are few and far between in the district, and the need for a comprehensive mobility solution is high. The “Ilse Bus” project aims to close this gap and provides an important link between mobility and medical care. Planning for the trips begins in September under the leadership of Mayor Antje Zibell, who is actively committed to improving the quality of life of her citizens.
Details about the pilot project
The newly introduced on-call bus service will not only increase the quality of life of patients, but also create an important link between patients and the specialists in Pasewalk. Patients can book appointments in specialist practices during the “ILSE period” and have them brought to the appointments – for just one euro to their doorstep. Ultimately, the right treatment at the right time should be accessible to everyone.
Trips are available from Monday to Thursday according to a fixed weekly schedule and depart from towns such as Krackow, Penkun, Strasburg and Löcknitz. After the treatment, which usually takes around two hours, the return journey takes place. This support is particularly important as it not only facilitates transport, but also helps to optimize patient care.
Commitment of specialists
The project is supported by specialists in Pasewalk, including Dr. Christine Bahr, who specializes in cardiology, and Dr. Kirsten Rabeneck, who works in the field of orthopedics. Both doctors are committed to ensuring that their patients can access the treatments they need without hurdles. According to District Administrator Michael Sack, this project is a groundbreaking step in the right direction to sustainably improve health care in rural areas.
A comprehensive information campaign will start in doctors' practices from mid-August. Citizens are informed about the new options with flyers, timetables and posters. In addition, the project will be presented at the “Trade Fair for Western Pomerania” at the end of August in order to reach even more people.
All in all, the future of the project looks promising. If the pilot is successfully established, it could be the first step for similar initiatives in other locations. A good hand in implementation could mean that many people finally receive the medical care they deserve without transportation becoming an obstacle.