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"All the staff on ward 3 had time ..."

About: Hexham General Hospital

(as the patient),

What I liked

All the staff on ward 3 had time for me, ensuring I knew what was happening in my treatment. They were caring and kind, nothing seem to be a bother. Even serve breakfast later after I got washed and changed.I was impressed with the standard of hygiene and the domestic staff were friendly and hard working.

With being in a single room, I never felt isolated as the staff kept checking I was o'kay.

What could be improved

Reduce the cost of the T.V.

Anything else?

With needing a mastectomy I felt scared and frighted, But the consultant and staff team were excellent, giving information and re-assurance.

But I needed to be transferred to another hospital, due to problems. What a shock ? complete different routine, staffing level and standard of hygiene. Hexham Hospital like a 5 star hotel, possible partly to it being so new. But it is the staff caring attitude at Hexham that counts to me.

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Response from Hexham General Hospital 14 years ago
Hexham General Hospital
Submitted on 20/10/2009 at 09:09
Published on nhs.uk on 15/11/2009 at 20:49


Thank you for your comments posted on the NHCT website regarding the care afforded to you at Hexham General Hospital. It was very kind of you to write and compliment the staff on their care.

I have noted your comments concerning your transfer and will ask our Chief Matron to look into these. We are currently reviewing the cost of Patientline (patient Television) and have noted your concerns on this. It is always appreciated to receive patient feedback and I thank you for raising your concerns.

However, if you would like to make any formal concerns known to us please do not hesitate to contact our Complaints Department. Their address is:

Complaints Department

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Cobalt Business Park

Unit 7/8

Silver Fox Way

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE27 0QJ

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