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About: University Hospital Wishaw / Emergency Department University Hospital Wishaw / General Medicine (Wards 5 & 8)

(as a carer),

My elderly mum was admitted to University Hospital Wishaw yesterday from Hospital at Home team Monklands. When arriving at A@E, the ambulance team booked mum in and she was taken through to the treatment area within 15 minutes. From there the nursing team all introduced themselves before doing various tests (while being so gentle and considerate to mum). The consultants were equally considerate and explained everything in detail while including mum. Mum was transferred to ward 8 in the late hours of last night. On checking in with the staff, mum had settled well and the staff were so kind and caring. Her treatment has commenced. Her updates have been detailed. The team in  ward 8 have been caring not only in medical terms but in human terms. This has made a really stressful time for mum and the family easier. The family want to note and highlight the work Wishaw are doing under huge pressure. Grateful does not cover how we feel. Mum is 91 years with a huge life experience behind her and she deserves the best - Wishaw teams are providing the best. Thank you so much. Rhona  and the extended family 

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Response from Jean MacDonald, Quality Improvement Co-ordinator, NHS Lanarkshire 2 years ago
Jean MacDonald
Quality Improvement Co-ordinator,
NHS Lanarkshire
Submitted on 21/04/2022 at 10:08
Published on Care Opinion at 10:08


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Dear Rhona D

Thank you so much for sharing your mum's experience whilst attending University Hospital Wishaw at what must be an anxious, stressful time for your mum and family.

I am so pleased that the care from all staff in A & E and wards 5 and 8 was first class. The staff will be so pleased with your feedback and I am delighted that you recognised the dedication and hard work they deliver on a daily basis.

I am delighted our staff were able to allay any fears and anxiety you may have had when your mum was admitted to the ward; also making your mum feel comfortable and safe.

I will certainly ensure all staff are made aware of your kind words.

I wish you all the best for the future.

Kind regards

Jean

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