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"Fabulous Medical Care"

About: Royal Victoria Hospital / General Medicine Royal Victoria Hospital / Regional Intensive Care Unit

(as a relative),

My mum recently had a prolonged stay in RVH. The medical attention she received from Doctors in medical, surgical and ICU teams was amazing, and saved her life. They were also extremely caring in their manner towards my mum and me. 

I had most communication with Dr Phil Wilson and his fabulous team in ward 4B. I would particularly like to thank him for the time he took to phone me over the weeks mum was his patient, as I did not get the opportunity to do this, and it meant a great deal. 

My observation of nursing care on 4B was good. However, the communication from a small minority of nursing staff was abrupt, verging on aggressive and totally unnecessary.  Many staff wore no identification. 

Thank you also to the support staff. Unfortunately I can’t remember all the names, but mum always mentioned Sam who made sure she had plenty of cuppas and had a friendly word. 

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Response from Barry Murtagh, Complaints Manager, Governance and Complaints, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust 2 years ago
Barry Murtagh
Complaints Manager, Governance and Complaints,
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
Submitted on 11/06/2021 at 12:17
Published on Care Opinion at 12:17


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Dear Rel21,

my name is Barry Murtagh and I am a Patient & Client Experience Facilitator within the Belfast Health & Social Care Trust.

Thank you for taking the time to tell your story and for the lovely comments regarding the doctors from medical, surgical and ICU. It is lovely to hear about the care your mother and you have received.

I have sent a copy to Dr. Phil Wilson who will be delighted with your comments regarding communication received.

A copy has also been sent to the Service Manager in 4B.

I hope your mother is continuing to do well.

Best wishes,

Barry

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