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Musculoskeletal Service

Last updated on Monday, June 23, 2025

All referrals to services to treat musculoskeletal conditions are sent to the Wirral Integrated Musculoskeletal (MSK) Triage Service. This is a specialist service for patients aged 16 or over which consists of therapists and doctors who all specialise in MSK medicine. Musculoskeletal conditions...

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Making arrangements

Last updated on Monday, October 5, 2020

General advice Let your relatives/friends/neighbours know when your surgery is taking place Nominate a family member or friend to be your carer for when you return home Check your diary and cancel any appointments Inform your place of work If you receive regular support at home from Social...

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Going to the operating theatre

Last updated on Monday, October 5, 2020

You may wait for some time from your arrival to when you are taken to theatre. It is important to remain warm during as this can reduce the risk of infection. The hospital provide a thin gown which you will wear during the operation. You should bring a dressing gown as the hospital may be cooler...

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Where to get help with my mental health

Last updated on Friday, June 6, 2025

We know that mental health difficulties are more common when you live with pain, and it is important to reach out and ask for help if you are struggling with low mood, anxiety, OCD, panic or one of the many other difficulties people can experience.   Please note that while we are not a mental he...

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What happens at the PR exercise classes?

Last updated on Saturday, February 24, 2018

Pulmonary Rehabilitation classes are welcoming and friendly. Each session is led by a specialist physiotherapist who is happy to answer any questions you may have. Everything will be explained and demonstrated so that you feel comfortable and safe. At all times during the exercise you are monitor...

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Infections

Last updated on Monday, October 5, 2020

MRSA swabs All patients are screened for MRSA bacteria (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) as routine. A nasal and groin swab will be taken by the assessment nurse and sent to the laboratory. You will only be contacted by the hospital if your results are positive for MRSA. This contact...

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Discharge Hospitality Centre Video

Last updated on Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Discharge Hospitality Centre (DHC) Video As part of our Patient Experience Strategy, we want to raise awareness of our discharge hospitality centre (DHC)! We want your discharge process to be as smooth as possible - and the DHC makes this possible! This video will take you on a tour of how t...

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Who we are

Last updated on Thursday, August 14, 2025

Team led by Rev Malcolm Cowan (Lead Chaplain). Contact number - Tel 0151 678 5111 x 2275 The chaplaincy and spiritual care department is also assisted by a team of volunteers who visit patients in the wards offering a listening ear and comfort.                    They will also be able to let...

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