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Cancer diagnosis

Posted By John Smith 1407

"Cancer diagnosis"

About: Causeway Hospital / Surgical 2

(as a service user),

I was diagnosed with a tumour in my bowel at the end of March and operated on  early May in Causeway hospital. With having a young family and being in my early forties I naturally felt scared for them, the unknown if it had spread, the impact on my wider family and how it would practically and financially impact our lives. 

However, the care I received from my first GP appointment to my operation was extremely reassuring as I always felt my condition was being treated seriously and quickly. This helped so much and difficult to put into words how ‘safe’ this made me feel personally. 

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Response from Deborah Dyson, Ward Manager, Surgical 2, Causeway Hospital, NHSCT 2 months ago
Deborah Dyson
Ward Manager, Surgical 2, Causeway Hospital,
NHSCT

Submitted on 13/05/2025 at 19:43
Published on Care Opinion at 19:43

Good Evening John Smith 1407

My name is Deborah Dyson I am the ward Sr in Surgical 2. Thankyou for taking the time to share your experience whilst on the ward.

Coming into hospital for surgery is a very scary and daunting experience. It is so important to ensure that the experience is supportive and caring.

I am happy to read that you felt safe in what was a very emotional and scary time.

As a team we are here for all our patients to help them through all experiences.

I will share your kind words with the whole team.

If you require any support we are here for you

Debbie

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