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"A replacement knee operation"

About: University Hospital Hairmyres / Elective Orthopaedics (Ward 7)

(as the patient),

I was admitted to Hairmyres orthopaedic ward 7 for my second knee replacement, my first was back in November last year.

On both occasions I arrived at the Hospital very nervous about what was to come.

My nerves were soon settled by the care and attention to detail of all the staff members.

I was informed what would be happening every step of the way, I was taken aback by the enormity of the staff involved. 

I guess between checking in, being prepped for the procedure, having the procedure, and the after care there must have been at least 20 people involved. 

Each and every one of them excelled at their part to play, from the consultant Mr Cunningham to the Porter and everyone in the wards (the departure lounge) the theatre staff I thank you all for something that will improve my wellbeing, hopefully for years to come.

A special mention for the after care team who probably put up with the most during recovery.

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Response from Karen Baird, Elective Orthopaedics, NHS Lanarkshire last week
Karen Baird
Elective Orthopaedics,
NHS Lanarkshire
Submitted on 26/06/2025 at 19:59
Published on Care Opinion on 27/06/2025 at 09:07


Hi

Thank you so much for your kind feedback, it really is a team effort with our patients at the centre of the team. I will be sure to pass on your kind feedback to the whole team they will all be very pleased to have helped you during your stay with us.

It really lifts our spirits when we hear what an impact your surgery has had on you, lifting your mental and physical wellbeing it is great to hear.

As a team we wish you a speedy recovery hope you get back to all the things you enjoy doing soon. Thank you again for your lovely feedback.

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