For patients with dementia staying in our hospitals we encourage the 'this is me' document.  Click here to access 'this is me'. This document is essential in providing information about a person which will enable all staff to provide care that is compassionate and person centred.  

At our hospitals we have adopted the use of a forget me not flower for use with patients with diagnosed dementia. Where will the symbol be used? The Forget-Me-Not symbol is magnetic and should be placed: Next to the patient’s name on the multidisciplinary board on the ward On the board next to the patient’s bed What does the use of the symbol mean? The patient being cared for has diagnosed dementia Staff should ensure that the patient is not moved to another ward or bay unless absolutely necessary Prior to discharge, the patient should not be sent to the…

I have a query regarding my biologic medication – who do I contact? You can call the Biologics team on 01432 355 444 ext. 5794 or the Advice Line on 01432 36 4020. You can also email the biologics team on wvt.rheumbiopatient@nhs.net   I have a query regarding my subcutaneous Methotrexate - who do I contact? You can call the subcutaneous Methotrexate coordinator 01432 355 444 ext. 5785.   I have been discharged from Rheumatology – how do I get seen again? If you have been discharged from Rheumatology you will need to see your GP to discuss obtaining a…

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The department of Podiatric Surgery serves communities from Herefordshire and the surrounding counties. Below is a table outlining the locations that we provide these services from. Please contact the department for more information.  Herefordshire Belmont Day surgery unit / Clinic Ledbury Community Health and Care Centre Ross-on-Wye hospital (MSK clinic) Leominster hospital (MSK clinic)  Gloucestershire Tetbury Hospital - day case surgery also performed Tewkesbury Community Hospital Gloucester City Open Access Clinic  Shropshire/Telford & Wrekin Bridgnorth Hospital - day case surgery also performed Apley Clinic, Princess Royal Hospital Ludlow Hospital  Gwent Monmouth Monnow Vale Health and Social Care Facility St Joseph's…