"The care received at the Department of Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiology"

After many months of hospital appointments and investigations with no diagnosis, my daughter was referred to the Laura - the exercise physiologist working within the Department of Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physiology, in Edinburgh.

Laura and her team provided the most excellent care from the offset. In clinic, Laura was very knowledgable and professional in her role. She immediately formed a bond with my daughter getting the best from her, during the assessments. Following our initial contact I was provided with a contact number for herself and the team, to be used at any time for queries or any issues which was very reassuring.

A plan was set out indicating the appropriate tests that would take place and appointment times given. From these, it was clear that an additional test was required outwith the area. Unfortunately there was some difficulty obtaining availability for this test.  Laura and Taylor (the service coordinator) continued to pursue this, giving regular updates via phone and email and finally managed to secure a date. 

From this test, a diagnosis has been made and treatment has been identified. We remain in contact with Laura and Taylor as more tests will be required following this treatment. I have taken the time to write this as I feel they both need to be recognised for the excellent care they have provided. We are extremely grateful.