My aether dislocated his shoulder so we went to Abingdon hospital. The treatment my partner recieved was shocking! He was in my opinion treated by nurses who didn't have a clue about what they were dealing with. They told us the X-ray department was closed - at 9pm why surely if this is a minor injuries this should have the same hours. They still decided they would try to pull around at my partners arm not even knowing which way to twist it. After much pulling and going to and from a computer to read information on his injury I stepped in and stopped them, fearing their lack of knowledge would cause further damage. I demanded some pain relief before we left which I feel should have been offered already. We then went to the john Radcliffe where the treatment we recieved was far superior and I couldn't fault them here. It's too early to tell if the nurses actions have caused further damage to my partner but I'm sure it didn't improve his condition. Everyone I have spoken to about this unit has had negative things to say - I honestly believe this place should be closed down and the money raise selling this site off could be used to further improve the already excellent service and facilities at the JR and also be spent on patient transport. Please have second thoughts before going here!!!
"Close this place down"
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