"Exceptional Standard Of Care"

I am 51 years old and I was admitted to Hexham General to have my left hip replaced due to osteoarthritis.

Like any patient about to embark on major surgery, I was worried and nervous.

Apart from a few complications with very low blood pressure and low iron levels due to loss of blood, the operation was a great success!

I was in hospital for 3 nights in order for my blood pressure to stabilise and to increase my Iron.

I have no hesitation in recommending my consultant and their team to any patient.

I also have high praise indeed for all the staff on Ward 3.

The standard of care received was most definitely 5*.

The dressing was due to be replaced after 2 weeks, however, it healed so well, a replacement wasn't needed.

It' was waterproof and didn't budge at all.

The wound is healing beautifully.

Once it's fully healed, I doubt you'll be able to see much of the scar st all.

Well done Hexham, I'm delighted we have such a good hospital close by.