How long does it take to hear from fracture clinic?
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How long does it take to hear from fracture clinic?
Please note that it may take up to six weeks before you are given a date for your scan. If you do not receive an appointment by this time, please telephone 01438 284030.
What does a fracture clinic deal with?
The Fracture Clinic holds appointments for patients who may have sustained acute fractures, musculoskeletal injuries and other orthopaedic conditions. Your appointment will be held by an orthopaedic consultant or their specialist registrar.
What is Ward 9b at Southport Hospital?
Consider using other methods of transport where appropriate….Ward Phone Numbers & Visiting Hours.
| Ward/department | Phone | Visiting and other information |
|---|---|---|
| 7b | 01704 705021 | Rehabilitation |
| 9a | 01704 704241 | Short stay unit |
| 9b | 01704 704244 | Acute Medical Unit |
| 10a | 01704 704248 | Frail and Elderly Short Stay |
What does Southport Hospital Specialise in?
The North West Regional Spinal Injuries Centre at Southport hospital provides specialist care for spinal patients from across the North West, North Wales and the Isle of Man. The Trust also provides sexual health services for the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton.
Can GP refer to fracture clinic?
In order to be seen by the Fracture Clinic team you will need to be referred by your GP or have attended the Accident & Emergency department first.
How long does a back slab stay on?
They allow broken bones in the arm or leg to heal by holding them in place, and usually need to stay on for between 4 and 12 weeks. Taking good care of your cast will help ensure a better recovery.
How does a virtual fracture clinic work?
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust introduced a virtual fracture clinic (VFC) model for patients with an acute bone injury not requiring immediate on-call review. All patients are referred into a virtual review, which takes place within 72 hours of their attendance at A&E.
What is Ward 7a in Southport hospital?
cardiology ward
This consists of a cardiology ward (7a), a short stay unit (9a), a respiratory ward (14b), a stroke ward (15b with two hyper acute stroke beds), an emergency assessment unit (10a) and three care of older people wards (9b, 15a and 7b).
What is ambulatory care unit?
The Ambulatory Care Unit (sometimes called ACU) is a new service, which offers same day care to patients at the hospital. This means that patients are assessed, diagnosed, treated and are able to go home the same day, without being admitted into hospital overnight.
How do I contact NHS consultant?
you can phone the NHS e-Referral Service line on 0345 608 8888 (open Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm, and on weekends and bank holidays from 8am to 4pm)
What happens at follow up appointment at fracture clinic?
This often happens on the day following the injuries. These clinic are often busy and can be quite bewildering. There is often removal and application of plaster casts, along with taking x-rays. The patient is also usually reviewed by a member of the orthopaedic team to check progress.
What happens at a fracture clinic NHS?
At this appointment the patient, or patient’s notes and x-rays will first be reviewed by the doctor and treatment prescribed. Sometimes a further x-ray will be necessary. Treatment will be organised and any further appointment will be under the care of the same consultant at their fracture clinic.
What is a fracture NHS?
A broken or cracked bone is known as a fracture. Fractures can affect any bone in the body. Bones can fracture in a number of different ways. A fracture may be a straight break across the bone (transverse fracture), slanting (oblique fracture) or winding (spiral fracture).
What is Ward 7B at Southport hospital?
Rehabilitation – Ward 7B. What is the rehab ward? The rehab ward provides a service for those most in need that have the potential to improve, and aim to return home independently.
Is ambulatory care an emergency?
Ambulatory emergency care is an emerging, streamlined way of managing patients presenting to hospital who would traditionally be admitted. Instead, they can be treated in an ambulatory care setting and discharged the same day – offering benefits to patients, carers, support workers and NHS trusts.
What does ACU mean in a hospital?
Ambulatory Care Unit
The Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) houses a number of departments and functions related to surgical care, as well as our Wound Care Clinic. The caring staff in our Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) facilitate surgeries and endoscopic procedures (such as colonoscopies) comfortably and efficiently.
How do I check out a consultant?
Here are some things to consider when choosing a consultant.
- Check their qualifications and experience.
- Checking expert and patient reviews.
- Safety records.
- Contact the relevant professional association.
- Check their reputation.
- Ask your consultant/specialist.
- Ask your private medical insurance company.
- CMA compliance.
