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FAQ

Last updated on Monday, August 3, 2020

Will I be able to volunteer immediately? Unfortunately not, there are a number of pre-employment checks that we must do which can take several weeks to complete. You will not be able to volunteer until this process has been completed. As part of the recruitment process, this Trust, in line with...

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The NHS Friends and Family Test

Last updated on Sunday, June 24, 2018

We want to make sure that you have the best possible experience of care with us. So it’s extremely important that you let us know how well we're performing. The NHS Friends and Family Test is an easy-to-understand question that we are asking our patients. Why is the NHS Friends and Family Test i...

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About your procedure

Last updated on Thursday, December 24, 2020

You should understand the benefits and the risks of the anaesthetic and the surgery which you are going to have. Anaesthesia The Royal College of Anaesthetists provides a range of patient information leaflets and short videos which are accessible using the links in the sidebar. These include:...

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Nutrition

Last updated on Thursday, February 21, 2019

Eat healthily in preparation for your operation especially fruit and vegetables.  On the day of your operation you will be given a carbohydrate drink to keep your body fuelled for surgery.  After the operation you may have nutritional supplements in the form of drinks- please take them as they wi...

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Know the 5 rights

Last updated on Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Do you know your patient rights? Do you, or a family member or someone you care for, have any communication difficulties or needs? As part of our commitment to providing safe care for patients, all NHS services must follow these 5steps to help support you: ● Ask if you have any communication n...

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Elbow and hand

Last updated on Thursday, May 1, 2025

Elbow and Hand pain Most elbow and hand pain has a very simple cause and clears up within a few days. The pain usually comes from strained or inflamed soft tissues such as tendons. You can normally treat this pain yourself with over-the-counter painkillers and a few days' rest, and you may not n...

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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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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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