SkipTheQ Rules

1. Eligibility for SkipTheQ

  • SkipTheQ is designed for patients collecting chronic medication only.
  • Stable patients, as assessed by the pharmacy team, are eligible for this service.
  • Ensure that your prescription is valid and up-to-date before booking.

2. Booking an Appointment

  • Bookings must be made AT LEAST 7 days BEFORE your collection date.
    • This allows time to retrieve your patient folder and prepare your prescription.
    • We require 2-3 days to collect all folders for a specific day from the filing department and 2 days to prepare your prescriptions.
    • The remaining 2 days cover weekends, during which we are not operational.
  • SkipTheQ only accepts appointments for dates that are:
    • Specified on your hospital card.
    • Scheduled by the hospital clinic staff. Appointments cannot be made for dates outside of these.
  • If slots are full for your selected date, you cannot choose an alternative date. Please ensure you book early to avoid disappointment.

3. On the Day of Collection

  • Arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled time.
  • Bring the following:
    • Your appointment confirmation (email or WhatsApp).
    • A valid ID or patient appointment card.
  • If someone is collecting on your behalf, they must present their ID and a written authorization letter.

4. Appointment Rescheduling or Cancellation

  • Rescheduling or cancellations must be done at least 48 hours in advance.
  • Failure to attend your appointment or provide timely notice may result in suspension from the service.

5. Service Limitations

  • SkipTheQ is not for consultations, new prescriptions, or urgent medication needs. Use the regular queue for these services.
  • A maximum of 80 patients per day can be served via SkipTheQ.
  • Patients who miss their hospital-scheduled date will not be accommodated.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

  • Your personal and medical information will be handled in compliance with POPIA regulations to ensure confidentiality.

7. Feedback and Support

  • If you have questions or concerns, contact our support team via the SkipTheQ website or WhatsApp.
  • Your feedback is invaluable and helps us improve.

8. General Conduct

  • Be respectful toward pharmacy staff and other patients.
  • Any abusive behavior may result in removal from the service.

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