This is Care Opinion [siteRegion]. Did you want Care Opinion [usersRegionBasedOnIP]?

"Pre-operation assessment"

About: Victoria Hospital / Pre-assessment

(as the patient),

I have osteoarthritis. I waiting for hip replacement surgery. I had an appointment at Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic at Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy to asses my health.

People present there were very nice and helpful to me. Starting with the gentleman at the registration desk, who, seeing that I could walk very poorly, led me to the waiting room, opening all the doors for me. Nurses - Shevon and Jackie - performed my medical examinations and interview very efficiently. It is noteworthy that they were so patient. I am Polish and although I am learning English all the time, I still have communication problems. When I didn't understand something, Shevon and Jackie explained it so that I had no problem understanding it anymore.They answered all my questions. And they did all this with a smile.

The gentleman who performed my heart examination was also very kind and patient.

I felt very comfortable with these people. I didn't feel any stress. They have introduced a great atmosphere. I am very grateful to them for that.

I believe that such friendly and competent staff will be in the operating room. I am not afraid of surgery with these people.  

Do you have a similar story to tell? Tell your story & make a difference ››

Responses

Response from Jacqueline Stecka, Senior Charge Nurse, Urology DTC, NHS Fife 3 years ago
Jacqueline Stecka
Senior Charge Nurse, Urology DTC,
NHS Fife
Submitted on 15/10/2020 at 11:00
Published on Care Opinion at 11:00


Dear Karioka

Thank you very much for taking the time to post on Care Opinion. It is very reassuring to hear that your time within Pre-assessment was positive right from the start and continued throughout. It is pleasing that our receptionist recognised your needs and was very caring by assisting and guiding you to the waiting room. I am delighted that you feel your assessment was conducted efficiently and that the staff were patient with you and were able explain things in a way to help you understand when it was necessary. Also it is good that all your questions were answered with a smile.

I am happy that we were able to create a great atmosphere for you and were able to make you feel comfortable, not stressed and confident in going forward with your surgery.

I wish you well in your upcoming surgery and subsequent recovery period. I will proudly pass on your comments to our team.

Kind regards


Jackie

  • {{helpful}} {{helpful == 1 ? "person thinks" : "people think"}} this response is helpful

Update posted by Karioka (the patient)

Thank you so much for your answer, Jackie. It's very nice that you have written back to me. You are all great at the Orthopaedic Pre Assessment Clinic. I am very glad that I have found you.
I appreciate your hard work, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. I wish you success and perseverance with all my heart.

Response from Jacqueline Stecka, Senior Charge Nurse, Urology DTC, NHS Fife 3 years ago
Jacqueline Stecka
Senior Charge Nurse, Urology DTC,
NHS Fife
Submitted on 16/10/2020 at 15:12
Published on Care Opinion at 15:12


Hi Karioka

You are more than welcome, our team appreciate your comments very much.

Best wishes to you

Jackie

  • {{helpful}} {{helpful == 1 ? "person thinks" : "people think"}} this response is helpful
Opinions
Next Response j
Previous Response k