Egsveien 100, Building 21 The Emergency Outpatient Unit (ABUP) is a clinic that offers somatic and mental health services in Kristiansand. The unit focuses on both acute treatment and follow-up of patients with various health challenges. The medical service clinic has specialized services within mental health, psychiatry and addiction, and emphasizes quality and patient safety in its services.
In addition to treatment, ABUP offers research and innovation in health, as well as education and competence development for health personnel. The unit also has digital patient services that make it easier for patients to receive treatment and follow-up. User participation is an important part of the decision-making processes, and courses and conferences are offered for health personnel. For young people, information and advice are available before, during and after their hospital stay, which contributes to a better experience of the health services.