This is Care Opinion [siteRegion]. Did you want Care Opinion [usersRegionBasedOnIP]?
Care Opinion

Broke my left femur bone, shoulder and elbow

Posted By Breige

"Broke my left femur bone, shoulder and elbow"

About: Altnagelvin Area Hospital / Trauma & Orthopaedics Outpatients Department / Fracture Clinic Waterside Hospital / Physiotherapy

(as the patient),

I fell at home and broke my left femur bone, left shoulder and elbow. I felt depressed and sore. My aftercare and carer were good.

More about:
Do you have a similar story to tell? Tell your story & make a difference ››

Responses

Response from Celina McConnellogue, ward manager, Ward 23 Trauma & Orthopedics Altnagelvin, Western Health & Social Care Trust last week
Celina McConnellogue
ward manager, Ward 23 Trauma & Orthopedics Altnagelvin,
Western Health & Social Care Trust

I have the rewarding job of managing the team in our altnagelvin trauma ward

Submitted on 21/05/2024 at 10:13
Published on Care Opinion at 10:13

picture of Celina McConnellogue

hi Breidge,

I am Celina McConnellogue ward manager of ward 23.

Thank you for your kind message, you have been through a very difficult period with multiple fracture. It will take time to get back up on your feet with these but I'm sure you will do well. I wish you a speedy recovery

Celina McConnellogue

  • {{helpful}} {{helpful == 1 ? "person thinks" : "people think"}} this response is helpful
Response from AnnMarie Conlon, Falls Integrated Pathway Co-Ordinator, Primary Care Older People, WHSCT last week
AnnMarie Conlon
Falls Integrated Pathway Co-Ordinator, Primary Care Older People,
WHSCT

Submitted on 21/05/2024 at 15:20
Published on Care Opinion at 15:20

picture of AnnMarie Conlon

Dear Briedge,

My name is Ann Marie Conlon and I am the Falls Integrated Pathway Co-ordinator within the Western Health and Social Care Trust.

I am very sorry to read that you had a fall at home and that you sustained very serious injuries that have caused you to feel depressed at this time as well as being sore.

Falls can happen for many reasons and it is important that the contributing factors for having a fall are identified. It is also important to address the cause of your fall to reduce the risk of you having a further fall and injury.

I hope that your pain is managed well at this time and that you are receiving rehabilitation to support with your recovery.

It was reassuring to learn that your aftercare and carer were good.

As an organisation we are committed to consistently show kindness, compassion, professionalism and respect to the patients we care for.

I hope that as you recover that your feelings of depression improve.

There are a range of resources available on the Trust website related to falls and supporting services which can be accessed through the link https://westerntrust.hscni.net/health-and-wellbeing/later-years-2.

As this feedback system is anonymous, if you would like to talk in more detail about your fall, the impact and your experience of services received or the services available to provide support, please e-mail me, annmarie.conlon@westerntrust.hscni.net or alternatively contact the Falls Integrated Pathway office on 02871610763, leaving your name and number and a member of staff will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on the service received through Care Opinion. We are always grateful to those who share their experiences of the services they have received.

We are currently looking for interested members of the public to provide feedback on our Falls Prevention Resources. This can be someone who has had a fall, is at risk of a fall or someone who cares for a person who has had a fall and feels passionate about improving Falls Services and Resources in the Western Trust. If this is something that you would be interested in and would like more information on what is involved, please contact Una McGovern at involve@westerntrust.hscni.net or call 07775993582.

Best wishes,

Ann Marie Conlon

Falls Integrated Pathway Co-ordinator

  • {{helpful}} {{helpful == 1 ? "person thinks" : "people think"}} this response is helpful
Response from Sandra Barr, Ward Manager Fracture Clinic Outpatients Department Altnagelvin Hospital, Acute, WHSCT last week
Sandra Barr
Ward Manager Fracture Clinic Outpatients Department Altnagelvin Hospital, Acute,
WHSCT

Submitted on 21/05/2024 at 18:09
Published on Care Opinion at 18:09

Hi Breige,

My name is Sandra and I am the manager of fracture Clinic.Thanks so much for your kind post about your aftercare.I am sorry to hear you have had a difficult time.Our team at clinic will help you on your journey forward.Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can help. in any way.I will share your post with the team who are always uplifted by any good stories.Hopefully they are sunnier days ahead for you.

  • {{helpful}} {{helpful == 1 ? "person thinks" : "people think"}} this response is helpful
Opinions
Next Response j
Previous Response k