Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team, however, may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it, if you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this … Read More
Knee Arthroscopy
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet/booklet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More
Your Outpatient Consultation Pregnancy Advisory Service (PAS)
Introduction The Pregnancy Advisory Service (PAS) is a confidential service and any information disclosed during your visit will not be shared unnecessarily. This leaflet has been produced to give you information about what to expect at your outpatient consultation. It is not meant to replace discussion between you and your doctor or nurse, but can act as a starting point … Read More
Information, Advice and Exercises for Patients having Breast Surgery Involving Axillary Node Dissections
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment following breast surgery with axillary involvement. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns … Read More
Pastoral and Spiritual Care
Introduction Our Chaplaincy Team is here to care for all patients, staff, friends and relatives. Coming into hospital can be difficult and we are here to support you, whether or not you have any religious faith. The chaplains, supported by volunteers from our community, are available to listen; to talk; to pray or just sit with you. If you would … Read More
Chaperone – Advice For Patients/Parents
What is a chaperone? A chaperone is an adult who is present during an intimate examination of a patient. A chaperone is there to protect both the patient and the healthcare practitioner from allegations of inappropriate behaviour. They may also be asked to assist the healthcare practitioner during the examination. Can my partner, relative or friend act as chaperone? You … Read More
Information For People Newly Diagnosed With Motor Neurone Disease
Introduction You may have concerns and questions about Motor Neurone Disease and its implications for you and your family. This leaflet is provided to complement the information you have already been given by your Neurologist and to indicate what to expect by way of services from this point forward. As each person’s journey with Motor Neurone Disease is different, so … Read More
Macmillan Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist Team
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about the Macmillan Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Team. Your key worker is ……………………………………………………………………. The Macmillan Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Team have had training and experience in lung cancer nursing, and specialise in the care and support of people with lung cancer and mesothelioma (a cancer of the … Read More
Vestibulodynia
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your condition. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More
Using an Artificial Larynx – Advice Sheet
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More