New clinic offers a guide to after-hours care

Submitted by Island Primary Care ­— Orcas.

Orcas Island residents have access to after-hours care, seven days a week. Whether during, or after clinic hours, call 360-293-3101. For after-hours care, call 360-293-3101 and listen carefully to the prompts.

• When calling after-hours, you will be asked to provide relevant information on your medical situation.

• The on-call physician will return your call within 30 minutes to provide advice on your symptoms.

• If determined to be medically necessary, the on-call physician will contact an Orcas Island provider to address urgent medical issues on the island.

• This may result in an after-hours clinic visit or help in facilitating an appointment in the clinic the following day.

Appointments are required for all services. No walk-ins are available. Schedule appointments by calling: 360-293-3101 or toll-free at 360-376-2561.