Code Not-So-Blue: Burden and Predictors of Non-urgent Visits to the Surgical Emergency Room in Peshawar, Pakistan

Our study identified the common predictors of non-urgent SER visits in our settings, such as younger age, rural residence, poor socioeconomic status, and lower education level. Combined efforts should focus on improving the triage protocols, access to primary care, patient education, and public health initiatives. Further research should also assess the effectiveness of urgent care clinics and telemedicine in reducing non-urgent ER presentations.