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So busy

May 9, 2022
Solihull is a big place. The decision to get rid of A&E at Solihull is absurd. Solihull having no A&E has increased the waiting times. I split my head open, there were 30 staff at Solihull that couldn't do anything, not even an initial check. I had to phone a relative to pick me up and take me to Heartlands Hospital, which was too busy. Heartlands are covering all areas Birmingham and Solihull. It was so busy I was sat on the floor with my head bleeding.
Anonymous

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

Please accept our apology for taking so long to respond to your posting received on 14.06.22

Thank you for your feedback on the closing of the A&E and Minor Injuries department at Solihull Hospital.

Your posting has been sent to the lead for Solihull Hospital. If you need to raise concerns regarding your treatment and care then please contact the Patient Relations Team on 0121 424 0808 or by email: pals@uhb.nhs.uk

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


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Awful

unknown
April 27, 2022
My father was admitted to the heartlands birmingham and eventually ended up on ward 8. He was extremely ill and it was quite obvious to the family he was not going to survive. So all of our attempts to visit my dad before he died was thrown back at us “because of covid” even tho restrictions had been eased. so eventually we made a complaint to PALS and we was told one person from the family can visit. My sister arrived to be told you can only visit if you feed your dad. I can’t believe the staff can actually get away with saying this. So the following day I contacted PALS again they were no help whatsoever. Then conveniently ward 8 blocked all visting once again due to “covid”
I had to constantly chase a dr for a phone call/update on my dad only once did a Dr actually make contact with me without me having to beg for a callback within a 4 week period! I was told by this dr that your dad is extremely ill you should be able to visit but unfortunately the ward manager says no visting until it’s end of life. The family had a call a month later at 9:30 at night to say unfortunately your father will not survive night even tho I had been ringing ward 8 all day to be told “he’s fine he’s doing well” I had 20 minutes with him before he died shortly after midnight. It’s absolutely disgusting that my dad spent the last month of his life on his own. The nurses and ward manger where such hard work no care towards the family it makes me wonder what kind of care did he actually receive during his stay. My words can’t explain how angry and upset we are. They should be absolutely ashamed of themselves. Originally I posted this review direct with “heartlands hospital birmingham” then I received an email saying it will not be posted due to the content. Says it all really.
Dean

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

Originally posted on the Care Opinion website in April and this posting was received on the 14.06.22 from Healthwatch .

Please accept sincere condolences on the loss of your father. May I take this opportunity to thank you for posting your comments as I appreciate that it is a very difficult time for you and your family.

I would like to reassure you that we take seriously any issues our patients or relatives raise with us and we value your feedback regarding your late dad’s care. It would be most helpful if you could get in touch with the Patient Relations Team so that we can respond better to your concerns, lessons can be learnt and the system and process improved.

In order for us to look into what has happened we would need you to contact the Patient Relations Team who can be contacted on 0121 424 0808 or via email uhb-tr.Complaints-ConcernsandCompliments@nhs.net Your posting has been sent to the senior management team for ward 8 Heartlands Hospital, the Patient Relations Team and our Bereavement Team, so that they are aware of your experience and feelings.

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


Provider responded

There was no support

March 17, 2022
When I left hospital there was no support. I didn't know where to turn. I had a stroke and now I have low mobility but doctor just said lose weight.
Anonymous

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

Please accept my apology for taking so long to respond to your posting this was received on the 14.06.22.

We are sorry to hear of the difficulties you were facing regarding getting some support after being discharged and following a stroke. If you still need to raise concerns regarding your treatment and care then please contact the Patient Relations Team on 0121 424 0808 or by email: pals@uhb.nhs.uk

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


Provider responded

Pain Clinic Appointment

March 7, 2022
I’ve been waiting for a pain management appointment for over 2 years. I recently received a letter from the hospital asking if I still required the appointment (which I do)and responded but still haven’t heard anything 3 months later.
Anonymous

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

Please accept my apology for taking so long to respond to your posting this was received on the 14.06.22.

We are sorry to hear of the difficulties you were facing regarding getting an appointment for the pain clinic. If you still need to get an appointment and would like to discuss this then please contact the Patient Relations Team on 0121 424 0808 or by email: pals@uhb.nhs.uk

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


Provider responded

Feel like no one's interested

March 6, 2022
I've waited 5 years for 2 lumps to be removed from my stomach being Diabetic I think they hope I'll just fade away
Anonymous

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

Sorry for the late response this posting was received on 14.06.22

We are sorry to hear of the difficulties you were facing regarding getting an appointment for the removal of the two lumps in your stomach. If you still need to get an appointment and would like to discuss this then please contact the Patient Relations Team on 0121 424 0808 or by email: pals@uhb.nhs.uk

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


Provider responded

9 hours waiting!

March 6, 2022
I was told my symptoms were serious after an initial ECG (I was admitted for any heart problems) I at to wait 9 dammed hours to be told I need an MRI so they wanted me to stop in.
Paul

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

Please accept my apology for taking so long to respond to your posting this was received on the 14.06.22.

We are sorry to hear of the difficulties you were facing regarding a lengthy wait to be seen. If you have any concerns regarding you treatment and care and would like to discuss them, then please contact the Patient Relations Team on 0121 424 0808 or by email: pals@uhb.nhs.uk

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


Provider responded

Refused entry

Ward 1 BHH AMU3
February 28, 2022
Traveled twice from Worcester to visit my mother who is serious sick and refused twice because of covid from the same nurse
Chris spears

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

Please accept my apology for taking so long to respond to your posting this was received on the 14.06.22.

We are sorry to hear of the difficulties you were facing regarding getting to see your mother. If you have any further concerns and would like to discuss this then please contact the Patient Relations Team on 0121 424 0808 or by email: pals@uhb.nhs.uk

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


Provider responded

Great care for day surgery

January 10, 2022
Had surgery for fractured elbow. Arrived in the morning and was at home by early evening to recover from operation that felt very safe and efficient.
Anonymous

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

Thank you for taking the time to post your comments regarding the Day Surgery Service at Heartlands Hospital. It is lovely to receive such positive feedback from our patients.

Best wishes
Patient Services Team


Provider responded

Tried for a whole day to get through

Accident and emergency services
December 20, 2021
Tried for a whole day to get through to admissions trying to find out what was happening to my 86 yr old uncle.
Anonymous

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

We are sorry that we did not get back to you to respond to your feedback. We received this posting on the 14.06.22.

If you need any help and advice concerning any treatment and care issues please contact then please contact the Patient Relations Team on 0121 424 0808 or by email: pals@uhb.nhs.uk

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


Provider responded

Terribly painful experience

Maternity
December 12, 2021
I’m 38weeks pregnant and after visiting delivery suite & being told I was in early labour (and I’m a great deal of pain) I was left in a waiting room on a plastic chair for 3.5 hours and told I had to wait for a doctor.
This is not the first time this has happened, I have never attended the maternity dept and been home in less than 3/4 hours. You have to wait in the most uncomfortable conditions every single time you have an appointment. Appalling
Sarah

Reply from Heartlands Hospital

This posting has only recently been received on the 14.06.22. Please accept our apologies for not responding to your concerns.

If you have any need to raise concerns about the treatment and care you received from our Trust please do not hesitate to contact the Patient Relations Team who can be contacted on 0121 424 0808 or via email pals@uhb.nhs.uk

Kind regards, Patient Experience Team


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