My thanks to the doctors and staff - I was seen reasonably promptly, and had tests and results back equally promptly - 5 hours in total from arrival to leaving including blood tests and some repeated BP checks, for a non-painful issue is perfectly reasonable for a visit to A&E - of course it helps if you have the chance, to pack a good book and just enjoy the downtime while you wait.
I just hope the professional and friendly doctor who saw me doesn't develop hypertension themselves as they seemed to be dashing around and overworked - that's not a criticism of the hospital or the NHS - somehow the NGH manages to keep doing a sterling job despite ever more obstacles and restrictions put in their way
My one negative observation is the state of the toilet near the exit, for a medical establishment they were poor with no soap and filthy seat (mind you if some patients were grown up enough to use a toilet properly that wouldn't be an issue!)
"Prompt, professional - thank you"
About: Northern General Hospital / Accident and emergency Northern General Hospital Accident and emergency S5 7AU
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