"Wonderfully Caring Staff"

I had a brief stay in Peterborough City Hospital, following surgery on my ankle. The nurse who looked after me in the recovery room was very attentive, giving me a heater to warm me and bringing me a much-appreciated drink and sandwich, after nearly 12 hours of nil by mouth. When I was taken up to the Ward, I continued to receive outstanding care. Everyone from the consultant to the cleaner was cheerful, focussed and attentive. The Physiotherapists quickly assessed my needs and supervised my initial attempts to walk with crutches. They gave me the confidence to manage on my own. I am also aware that there are many staff behind the scenes, such as the catering team, whose work was essential to my recovery and recuperation. I subsequently spent several hours in the Discharge Suite, where I was welcomed and made comfortable. It was a busy day (aren’t they all?) with several patients having to wait for discharge papers and medication. I was privileged to witness the amazing nurses dealing calmly with one angry and impatient person, whilst simultaneously giving the most compassionate and attentive support to a frightened and confused patient. They are angels!

Peterborough Hospital staff are doing an amazing job!