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"Rapid access TIA clinic South West Acute Hospital"

About: South West Acute Hospital / Radiology South West Acute Hospital / Stroke Services

(as a relative),

My 91year dad was quickly referred to the TIA clinic in SWAH by his GP Doc Cathcart and within the week he was called. Feeling nervous we attended and were immediately put at ease by Shelia the Stroke Specialist Nurse. She was so patient in getting all the information she required and took dad through each step of the process (a full Mot) and ensured before we left we understood everything.  She was also a mentor for Grace who I can imagine has learnt so much from her. Dr Elamin was also friendly, so professional at explaining everything and put dads mind at rest. The staff in the Radiology department were all so caring.

The Western Trust does not get enough recognition for all the professional caring staff, vital clinics and essential services we have on our door step in this rural part of Northern Ireland. Thank you is not enough but we really appreciate all your support. 

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Response from Sheila Grimes, Stroke Nurse Specialist SWAH, Primary Care Older People, WHSCT 6 months ago
Sheila Grimes
Stroke Nurse Specialist SWAH, Primary Care Older People,
WHSCT
Submitted on 23/10/2023 at 17:32
Published on Care Opinion on 24/10/2023 at 11:12


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Dear Relieved relatives

Thank you so much for your lovely comments, we really appreciate you taking the time to let us know about both you and your father's experience at the TIA clinic and in radiology. I hope your dad is doing well.

Kind regards

Sheila Grimes.

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Response from Aisling Howell, Assistant Radiology Service Manager, Western Health & Social Care Trust 6 months ago
Aisling Howell
Assistant Radiology Service Manager,
Western Health & Social Care Trust
Submitted on 23/10/2023 at 18:38
Published on Care Opinion at 18:38


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Dear Relieved relatives thank you for taking time to let us know about your recent visit to SWAH. I will pass your feedback on to the Radiology team who will be glad to hear you have highlighted their work as part of your Dads care. Best wishes to you both.

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