Leicester Royal Infirmary
Leicester Royal Infirmary, Infirmary Square, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 5WWContact details and Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS)
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Review titled Shall we do the surgery tomorrow
Rated 4 stars out of 5
by James Bayliss - Posted on 05 August 2023
Want to say a big thank you to the Gastroenterology surgical team, i had been in hospital on various medications for two weeks. It was clear after a ct scan of my bowel, there was a mass itight still need to diagnosed fully, but at the time there was concern it eleas a form of bowel cancer so removal was the best option. I was told this on the Monday and as the week went on in became more and more frightened and unhappy, their was times during that week I didn't want the surgery to take place at all but on the Thursday the surgeon came to see me. They were upbeat cheerful optimistic but honest about my situation, she and her team where kind and honest about what needed to happen and why. My options were limited either we could try medications for months with the possibility of serve pain continuing if they didn't work or remove the mass bowel resection. After the surgeon answered the questions of myself and my mother who was with me we opted for surgery. I know I had remain a inpatient to have this procedure, unfortunately dur to the behavior of another patient, sleep. Had been at a premium rate for the last two weeks. Ranging from none to 4 hours a night. So I was concerned this would go for a least another week. So when I ask the surgeon when could the procedure, if it could be done either that weekend, it couldn't she wasn't working so I thought Monday at the earliest. At which point the surgeon turned round and said shall we do it tomorrow. Within 12 hour's I was on the operation table within 18 it was done. I would also like to praise the burses I had in the Icu ward after my surgery. They were supportive kind compassionate professional and engaging especially the nurse I had on the 8th july. She want to understand everything about my other disability cerebral palsy, it was nice she took the time to understand it's history and we engaged in my other passion politics and the history of Africa. I had a amazing stay in Icu. These discussions helped me deal with the pain I was in after surgery. Considering buying had to have a mass removed this was the best 24 hours I had during my 3 week stay.. Thank you to everyone involved in care for being both compassionate honest caring and supportive. The way you treated me as a disabled person respextjng both my wishes and intelligence and not speaking down to me is why my care was exemplary and it's why university Hospital of Leicester and it's team is on of the best in the Midlands if not Englandin my opinion a big thank you..
Visited Gastrointestinal and Liver services on July 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 09 August 2023
Hello James, Thank you for leaving your review about your experience. We're pleased that you received excellent care. We'll pass on your kind words to the team. Do you know about our Caring at Its Best awards? You can nominate staff or teams for an award that you feel went above and beyond during your time with us. There's more information online at: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/our-purpose-strategy-and-values/caring-at-its-best-awards/ We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester's Hospitals
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Review titled Amazing Service
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Kate Roubaud - Posted on 05 July 2023
I had 2 visits to A & E after feeling suddenly very unwell once as a walk in patient and secondly by ambulance as my symptoms had worsened. The service I had was amazing. I was treated with care and respect by all the staff as I made my way through the A & E assessment process. The staff explained the tests they were doing in language I could understand and I was discharged with a prescription for medication, advice and an appointment for the TIA clinic the following week. I kept this appointment and had further extensive tests and again was seen by amazing staff the last being a Consultant Physician. She was so kind and knowledgeable and did not dismiss my concerns. I was given an explanation of test results which ruled out many possible conditions and gave me an idea of what she thought the problem might be. I was discharged with a plan for the future. I cannot thank you all enough LRI staff. The service was impressive and I feel so lucky having this on our doorstep. Thank you NHS LRI. s and a discharge letter and
Visited Accident and emergency services on June 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 14 July 2023
Dear Kate Roubaud, Thank you for leaving your review about your experience. We're pleased that you received excellent care. We'll pass on your kind words to the team. Do you know about our Caring at Its Best awards? You can nominate staff or teams for an award that you feel went above and beyond during your time with us. There's more information online at: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/our-purpose-strategy-and-values/caring-at-its-best-awards/ We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester's Hospitals
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Review titled The most incredible staff.
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Beth w - Posted on 14 June 2023
I came to the gau with my friend who had a terrible experience at a sexual health clinic and desperately needed her copper iud removed. It has embedded and given her an infection. She was scared, in agony and reluctant to trust anyone after the sexual health clinic. The staff in the ga department were incredible. I’ve never had an experience like it. They are just exceptionally skilled in making you feel comfortable and relaxed about such a private matter. I cannot fault them, and severely hope that they’re getting the appreciation they deserve. They were funny, kind and knowledgeable. Exactly how a team should be. Thank you, you’ve changed my friends life.
Visited Gynaecology on June 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 16 June 2023
Hello, Thank you for leaving your review about your experience. We're pleased that you received excellent care. We'll pass on your kind words to the team. Do you know about our Caring at Its Best awards? You can nominate staff or teams for an award that you feel went above and beyond during your time with us. There's more information online at: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/our-purpose-strategy-and-values/caring-at-its-best-awards/ We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester's Hospitals
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Review titled Fantastic service for children with additional needs
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by P Smith - Posted on 23 June 2023
I had to attend children's a & e with my child who is on the asd pathway and nonverbal this evening. All staff was amazing and was very understanding. Fantastic understanding of my child's additional needs was taken into account with the waiting time/assessments and I am very appreciative of that. I can honestly say it was made as straightforward as possible from the reception staff booking us in to the acp who assessed my child. Thank you for making a difference.
Visited Accident and emergency services on June 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 28 June 2023
Hello Thank you for leaving your review about your experience. We're pleased that you received excellent care. We'll pass on your kind words to the team. Do you know about our Caring at Its Best awards? You can nominate staff or teams for an award that you feel went above and beyond during your time with us. There's more information online at: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/our-purpose-strategy-and-values/caring-at-its-best-awards/ We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester's Hospitals
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Review titled Worsening symptoms/No reply from the department
Rated 2 stars out of 5
by Sean Mackness - Posted on 26 November 2023
I visited the ENT department in June and was told I would have a follow-up appointment in 2 weeks. It is now almost 6 months. My visit was quick and without the tests or diagnosis needed for my condition. I have contacted the department, as have many health professionals to expedite my appointment due to worsening symptoms and mental health issues but no reply has ever been received from the ENT department. I feel as though I am just wasting my time and my condition will never be resolved.
Visited Ear, Nose & Throat on June 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 16 February 2024
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are very sorry to read about your recent experiences at our hospital. We would like to investigate this for you. In order for us to do this, we will require some further information from you. Please contact our Patient Advise and Liaison Service (PALS) who will be able to fully investigate this for you. You can contact PILS using any of the following methods: Free phone line: 08081 788337 (Please note opening times are Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm. If you leave a message they will contact you the following working day) Email: pals@uhl-tr.nhs.uk Alternatively, you can fill out an online contact form on our website here: Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk) Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester’s Hospitals
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Review titled 5stars
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Gary - Posted on 11 July 2023
I went to ward 16 spent 2nights there then got moved to ward 22.spent 8day there.from all the staff and doctor's to the tea ladies and cleaning ladies this ward was first class and the night staff as well so well done ✔ to the nhs never had a bad experience at this hospital well done to you all
Visited General Surgery on June 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 14 July 2023
Dear Gary, Thank you for leaving your review about your experience. We're pleased that you received excellent care. We'll pass on your kind words to the team. Do you know about our Caring at Its Best awards? You can nominate staff or teams for an award that you feel went above and beyond during your time with us. There's more information online at: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/our-purpose-strategy-and-values/caring-at-its-best-awards/ We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester's Hospitals
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Review titled Caring Staff
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Anonymous - Posted on 06 June 2023
From when I arrived at the Emergency Department to then being admitted to the Ward all the staff were kind and caring. I had to wait for test results and was offered pain relief and kept up to date with what was happening. The staff where busy but always looked after me well. The patient areas were clean and organised. My family and I are very grateful for the treatment and care I received.
Visited Ear, Nose & Throat on May 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 09 June 2023
Dear Hello, Thank you for leaving your review about your experience. We're pleased that you received excellent care. We'll pass on your kind words to the team. Do you know about our Caring at Its Best awards? You can nominate staff or teams for an award that you feel went above and beyond during your time with us. There's more information online at: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/our-purpose-strategy-and-values/caring-at-its-best-awards/ We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester's Hospitals
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Review titled Poor communication and levels of patient care
Rated 1 star out of 5
by Anonymous - Posted on 17 May 2023
I spent four nights on the acute assessment ward before being transferred to the infectious disease ward for another five nights. I had to wait 48 hours for a scan on my liver as I had jaundice. Was told 8.30 in the morning was to have nil by mouth because was being scanned that morning, but it never happened so went all day with nothing to eat or drink. None of the day nurses checked in to see if I was o.k. Didn't seem to be any communication between departments. For example, when I was finally taken for a scan , while I was gone my consultant turned up to check my tonsils. Saw I wasn't there and never returned!! I was told on 17th May at about 4pm that ,as my blood tests were o.k, I would be given a prescription for antibiotics and could then go home. My father travelled all the way up from Kent to get me only to be told when he arrived that the day staff had forgotten to write out the prescription and I would have to wait until they came back on duty the next day for it to be sorted. This left my father with no where to stay for the night. The whole stay wasn't a great experince.
Visited Infectious Diseases on May 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 02 June 2023
Hello Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are very sorry to read about your recent experiences at our hospital. We would like to investigate this for you. In order for us to do this, we will require some further information from you. Please contact our Patient Information and Liaison Service (PILS) who will be able to fully investigate this for you. You can contact PILS using any of the following methods: Free phone line: 08081 788337 (Please note opening times are Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm. If you leave a message they will contact you the following working day) Write to: Patient Information and Liaison Service The Firs C/O Glenfield Hospital Groby Road Leicester LE3 9QP Email: pils@uhl-tr.nhs.uk Alternatively, you can fill out an online contact form on our website here: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/patients/patient-welfare/patient-information-and-liaison-service/ Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester’s Hospitals
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Review titled Wonderful care
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Aileen White - Posted on 19 May 2023
I spent 24 hours in Red Majors. I was treated with kindness, compassion and dignity by everyone. I had numerous tests and an MRI, to find out the problem. I am so very grateful for the time given to my care, and now my health problem can be treated because of that. Thank you all so very much, x
Visited Accident and emergency services on May 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 02 June 2023
Hello Aileen, Thank you for leaving your review about your experience. We're pleased that you received excellent care. We'll pass on your kind words to the team. Do you know about our Caring at Its Best awards? You can nominate staff or teams for an award that you feel went above and beyond during your time with us. There's more information online at: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/our-purpose-strategy-and-values/caring-at-its-best-awards/ We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester's Hospitals
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Review titled Amazing paramedics!
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Meg - Posted on 31 May 2023
Had a wonderful experience this morning when having paramedics sent out in response to severe menstrual bleeding. Really friendly, calm and efficient service from two lovely paramedics who completely put my mind at rest. They contacted my drs who arranged medication for me to pick up the same day. I felt very well looked after, thank you both you were brilliant! When I’ve called paramedics in Leicester for other people in the past, I’ve always been very impressed by their friendliness and professionalism. Absolute credit to the NHS, thank you for all you do
Visited Accident and emergency services on May 2023
Review titled Leicester Royal Infirmary
Replied on 02 June 2023
Hello Meg Thank you for leaving your review about your experience. We're pleased that you received excellent care. We'll pass on your kind words to the team. Do you know about our Caring at Its Best awards? You can nominate staff or teams for an award that you feel went above and beyond during your time with us. There's more information online at: https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/our-purpose-strategy-and-values/caring-at-its-best-awards/ We wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Communications Team Leicester's Hospitals
Information supplied by University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust