I suffered a heart attack in April this year. As you can imagine this was a really traumatic experience not only for me but for my wife and two children. My confidence was shattered and I became very anxious even after successful treatments. I was initially treated at the Victoria hospital in Kirkcaldy then at the Royal infirmary Edinburgh. This whole experience was terrifying however the care and compassion I received from the NHS was exemplary to say the least. Everything from the ambulance staff to the nurses, doctors and consultants gave me confidence and reassurance that I was in good hands.
My admiration for the staff of the NHS is incalculable. I have been relatively lucky with my health over the years and rarely had to call on the NHS however when I did they performed to the highest level. I feel lucky and privileged to have received such a high level of care. I don’t think I appreciated the NHS until now. I certainly do have a better understanding and appreciation of the staff and service they provide. I witnessed dedication and professionalism of the highest standard in all areas. After being discharged I felt nervous and a bit vulnerable however this was soon alleviated as I was placed in the care of the Community Cardiac Service, Heart Failure/Cardiac Rehab. This follow up service helped build my confidence and gave me a source of support and information when I needed it most. Rehabilitation after a heart attack was not something I considered or accounted for so to be offered this support was incredible and as important as the initial intervention. I am seven month in recovery and making good progress. I honestly don’t know where I’d be if not for the care I received from everyone along the way. I would really like to thank everyone for taking care of me and my family over the past few months and wish you all the very best in the future.
"I witnessed dedication and professionalism"
About: Fife Community Services / Community Cardiac Specialist Service Fife Community Services Community Cardiac Specialist Service KY11 4UW Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh at Little France / Cardiology & Coronary Care Unit Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh at Little France Cardiology & Coronary Care Unit EH16 4SA Scottish Ambulance Service / Emergency Ambulance Scottish Ambulance Service Emergency Ambulance EH12 9EB Victoria Hospital / Cardiology Victoria Hospital Cardiology KY2 5AH
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