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Tests, Scans and Investigations

Last updated on Friday, June 6, 2025

We offer our patients a wide range of tests, scans and investigations. Diagnostic scans Diagnostic scans help give images of various parts of the body. You may also hear the term ‘radiology’ when talking about diagnostic scans. A number of scans are available from our hospitals in Wirral. Choo...

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Your appointment

Last updated on Friday, June 22, 2018

Every effort is made to see patients at their appointment time but unfortunately this is not always possible. Delays in clinic can occur but our staff should be able to tell you the reason. Everyone is seen in order of their appointment time and not in order of arrival. If you need to have any d...

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Kind Words

Last updated on Monday, April 9, 2018

"Thank you so much for all your help.  Without you we would be totally lost.  Cannot tell you how much we appreciate all your help with the practicalities of looking after ourselves and our wonderful, but fragile Ophelia.  It is the kindest and most helpful gestures which are normally taken for g...

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What happens when you arrive

Last updated on Monday, October 5, 2020

You will be greeted by the receptionist in the Pre-Operative Assessment Unit who will check your details are correct. You will then be asked to fill in a health questionnaire, and the nursing staff will go through your answers with you to determine whether further assessment is required. Tests:...

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Preparing for your appointment

Last updated on Wednesday, February 12, 2025

What will happen during your first appointment?  We will use your referral, as well as any other relevant information available to us, to tailor the first appointment to what might be helpful for you.   You will be seen by a member of the pain team. The aim is to get to know you and how you e...

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When to see your GP

Last updated on Thursday, November 21, 2019

Your local general GP surgery provides a wide range of family health services, including: advice on health problems, vaccinations, examinations and treatment, prescriptions for medicines, referrals to other health services and social services. Your surgery will make sure you get to speak to a he...

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What should you bring to your appointment?

Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020

It would be helpful if you could bring the following: A list of questions you may want to ask your Orthotist Any previous orthoses you have been issued with A spare pair of footwear if you are being assessed for a raise Suitable clothing for your assessment Suitable footwear if you are bei...

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