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I visited Stafford Hospital for a procedure and later realised that I had left my gold crucifix and chain in the unit. I had little hope of recovering it. I telephoned Stafford twice and was timed out. On the third time I was put through to a department that did not answer and the the fourth time I was put through to an answering machine. I left my query on the machine. By this time I became tetchy at big organisations and mentally gave up hope. The loss was a Christmas present and precious to me. Amazingly someone rang me back within the hour to ask me what the problem was and I explained and left it with the lady. 10 minutes later I was contacted to say it had been found. I have now the crucifix hanging around my neck and cannot thank the department enough. I have to say the blame lies fairly and squarely on my shoulders and my carelessness and not the fault of Stafford Hospital who were wonderful. Whilst I think the telephone procedures could be massaged a little how many times can it be possible to say thank you to them. You have made a huge difference leaving me very happy. My initial procedure was very professional and friendly and I commend this hospital and the cardiology department very highly.

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Response from County Hospital 4 years ago
County Hospital
Submitted on 28/10/2019 at 12:07
Published on nhs.uk on 30/10/2019 at 18:06


Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry that you struggled to get through to us by phone and can appreciate how frustrating that must have been. It is great to hear that your efforts weren't in vain and your precious crucifix was returned to you. I have shared your thanks with the team

Kind Regards

Angela Grocott

Head of Patient Experience

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