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"Heart Failure Diagnosis"

About: Fife Community Services / Community Cardiac Specialist Service

(as the patient),

Having suffered from heart issues for a good few years I have finally been diagnosed with heart failure, which came as a bit of a shock.

I was subsequently referred to Nurse Marie, and what a ray of sunshine she turned out to be. Through her total caring and always positive approach, Marie very quickly realised that there were other things (personal) going on at the same time that were affecting/causing my very low feelings and overall outlook on things.

Through her sensitive and caring approach, Marie quickly put me at ease and I felt able to unload and talk about these other issues.

Completely unfazed Marie was able to point me in the right direction to get help with my problems whilst at the same time addressing the primary problem of my heart failure.

I can honestly say, with Marie's much appreciated help, I am now in a much better place.

I know, due to the nature of my illness, I will (probably) still have issues/problems to be addressed in the future. However I now feel, thanks to Marie, in a mindset where, I am better placed to tackle and deal with these and to know that Marie is there to speak to if (and when :-)) I need to.

Heatfelt Thanks


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Response from Anne McEwan, Team Leader, Fife Community Cardiac Specialist Nurse Service, NHS Fife nearly 2 years ago
Anne McEwan
Team Leader, Fife Community Cardiac Specialist Nurse Service,
NHS Fife
Submitted on 05/09/2023 at 11:36
Published on Care Opinion at 11:36


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Dear Coosh,

Thank you for taking the time to write about the experience with our service and specifically with Marie. I am glad you felt her approach supported you and you are feeling better both physically and emotionally.

I will pass this on to Marie and the rest of the team.

All the best,

Anne McEwan

Team Leader

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