New extended care clinic hours Published May 20, 2008 SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- Extended care clinic hours will change June 1, 2008. In order to more efficiently meet the demand for appointments, the extended care clinic will be closed Sundays and more appointments will be available during the week. To make an appointment at the extended care or other clinics, call the Access to Care line at DSN 452-8333 or 06565-61-8333. Walk-in appointments are not available. The new hours are: Monday through Friday, 1-9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-noon, holidays and family days 8 a.m.-noon, training days 8 a.m.-6 p.m., and closed on Sundays. To meet medical needs on Sundays, the following resources are available: - Access to Care line: DSN 452-8333 or 06565-61-8333 to a speak with a Primary Care Nurse or the Nurse Advice line 24-hours a day. - On-line resources are available at: www.tricareonline.com - Emergency care: local emergency rooms in Bitburg, Wittlich, and Trier. The 52d Medical Group is dedicated to providing quality health care services for eligible beneficiaries. During the summer, there will be staff shortages which may require brief waiting lists for routine appointments. In addition to on-base care, the wing is fortunate to have an excellent relationship with the German health care network. In the event of a medical emergency requiring a downtown emergency room visit, or a referral to network providers, the 52nd MDG has provided Patient Liaison Officers at all major local hospitals to assist patients with any language concerns and to facilitate any overall health care experience.