"You are all so wonderful!"

My wife was referred by her GP to SDEC for severe abdominal pain. During our time there, they were able to help her manage the pain and eliminate many potential causes. Throughout, the staff were very supportive and approachable, listening and undertanding of my wifes chronic conditions.

Unfortunately the symptoms increased in severity. We decided to attend A&E after a calling 111. From arriving we noticed a really positive difference in how the Countess A&E works compared to others. Despite it being busy, staff were working to see people.

The treatment ward team (especially the morning staff, wish I could mention their names) were fantastic: reassuring, looked after everyone and treated each person with dignity and respect. All the A&E staff, nurses, doctors and reception, were a golden example of NHS staff.

The end result: we finally have the right answer to the problem, with a plan to treat it. Thank you!