Lincoln County Hospital
Greetwell Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 5QYContact details and Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS)
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Review titled Excellent Hip Replacement
by airforce man - Posted on 06 November 2023
I had been experiencing hip pain for a few years so eventually after consulting my GP I was sent to a local physio. Having carried out exercises that he recommended for a while, which did not help, he suggested I go back to my GP to say that the exercises were not helping and so having had an x ray it was discovered that I had severe osteoarthritis in my hip. I was then given an appointment at my Lincoln hospital who gave me choices of extra physio, injections or an operation for a full hip replacement. I went for the full operation. Everything proceeded quickly after that and I was given a place at Grantham Hospital at the end of October. On arrival I was given excellent attention by everyone involved with my operation. I cannot praise the hospital enough for their kindness and professional conduct.
Visited November 2023
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Replied on 07 November 2023
Dear airforce man Thank you for your really amazing comments for the unit and I will ensure they are all shared with the team – I hope you are recovering well as it sounds as though you went through a lot of pain and different ways of change to your routine and lifestyle to try and get the hip comfortable and pain free before you went for full surgery. Thankfully it’s all over now and you are, hopefully, getting the benefits of this and back to your normal routine Please take care Kr Julie
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Review titled All the doctors and nurses were fantastic
by Natasha678 - Posted on 17 November 2023
I was very nervous about what was going to happen, but all the doctors and nurses were fantastic, made me very comfortable and were very empathetic, they were really nice, explained everything to me and what was going to happen next, couldn't have gone better.
Visited November 2023
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Review titled Lincoln County Hospital
Replied on 27 November 2023
Dear Natasha678 Thanks you for taking the time to give us your feedback, we really appreciate it. We are very pleased you were happy with the care you received and that you were well informed and found the staff empathetic and caring which reassured you. We wish you well with your ongoing recovery Kind regards Sharon
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Review titled My Delivery
by Uzair625 - Posted on 29 December 2023
I was feeling pain in my lower abdomen like period pain. The whole day it continued and at night - 1:15 am - my water bag breaks and I went to the hospital immediately. At the hospital they shifted me in labour ward. The pain was unbearable for me but my Allah was with me. He gave me the strength to bear it and at 6:57 am my baby girl was here in this world. I’m writing this story just to say thank you to the all the staff of Lincoln county hospital. They all were very kind and supportive. They guide me in true sense. Breast feeding journey was very good and they guide me in a very good way. All the midwifes were very polite and supportive. I pray to Allah May this hospital and staff gets more success.
Visited November 2023
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Replied on 29 December 2023
Dear Uzair625, thank you so much for your feedback, I'm glad that you had a such a positive experience at Lincoln Maternity unit. Thank you for your kind words and wishes for our unit, we hope you are settled at home with your family.
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Review titled Poor procedures
by Dickie1964 - Posted on 24 November 2023
The procedure (transperineal prostate biopsy) was done okay, but I found the surrounding process to be slipshod. Turned up at Lincoln at 17:00 for booked post-MRI appointment and records not available, so a wasted journey. Was told I'd been re-booked by the consultant for the following week. But no time or date given or paperwork / SMS sent, had to chase up that appointment. Referred for biopsy at Lincoln. Got SMS. Arrived at 08:30 but told the clinician had been delayed arriving in traffic. The clinician arrived about 08:45. Saw nurse for paperwork about 09:15 and told I was next in, but they then called 3rd patient through about 09:30. I ended up going in at 10:30 (over 1.5 hrs late). A big sign in waiting room stated that you will be called strictly by appointment order not arrival etc. No reason given as to why my appointment order changed and I was further delayed. I can only assume that letting patient 3 through first meant they were not late in, and I was already, so looks better for stats. Letter and paperwork for missing post-MRI appointment and the biopsy instructions / paperwork both arrived 9 days and 2 days after both events respectively!
Visited November 2023
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Replied on 06 December 2023
Dear Dickie1964 I just wish to extend my apologies for the delay experienced below. I appreciate this can be stressful when waiting in the area for a procedure. I will ensure that all the staff are aware to update patients regarding delays within the clinic. Donna
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Review titled Absolutely excellent experience
by Dansettemajor - Posted on 28 November 2023
Absolutely excellent experience at a time when I was very anxious. From the receptionist, to the nursing staff, the phlebotomist, the anaesthetics team, the Surgical team, the Forward Waiting team, the Theatre team, the Recovery team, the ward team, and housekeeper; they were all fantastic, empathetic, compassionate and extremely caring and professional. I could not have asked for a better team to look after me.
Visited November 2023
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Replied on 29 November 2023
Dear Dansettemajor Many thanks for taking the time to give us your feedback. We are so pleased you were happy with the care you received and found all our teams caring and empathetic. We will share this with them all. Wishing you well with your ongoing recovery Kind regards Sharon
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Review titled Remained friendly and assuring throughout
by ChelseaBlue - Posted on 23 November 2023
My visit came about after a routine dental check, where my dentist discovered a large ulcer at the back of my tongue about which I was not aware. She referred me to my local hospital, (Grantham and District) who advised me that, although they believed there was no cause for concern, 100% sure was better than 95%, resulting in my being referred to Lincoln for a biopsy. Understandably, I was anxious about this as most of us are, what will they find, I'm not in control. I needn't have worried. Everything was fully explained before hand, and even at this stage I was given the option not to go ahead. First of all my tongue was numbed by injections (an invigorating experience). After this, I felt very little of what was happening, however, the numbness did not prevent my hyper gagging reflex. The team were very patient with me over this and gave me brief pauses when needed. Eventually, the tissue sample had been taken and it was time for the stitch up. This was slightly problematic as, each time the needle was pushed in to apply the stitches, it was difficult to stop the bleeding despite my not taking blood thinning medication. The result was I finished with my tongue out with a nurse hanging on the end squeezing it with a piece of gauze. This may seem somewhat a light hearted explanation, but in spite of everything, I had been completely put at ease. When the procedure was complete, I was given a support pack with information about what I should do in the coming days, and what action I should take if I had any issues or cause for concern. Now it's a case of waiting for the results, but I'm sure that once the stitches have dissolved, and the discomfort gone, I will be very glad I had it done. A big thank you to each member of the team for their professionalism and the ability to remain friendly and assuring throughout the experience.
Visited November 2023
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Review titled Lincoln County Hospital
Replied on 30 November 2023
Dear ChelseaBlue Thank you for your comments which were passed to me via the Patient Advise and Liaison Service on 27.11.2023 It is always appreciated when members of the public take the time to feedback following their experience be that good or bad. Public feedback is vital to ensure the care we provide meet service needs and gives the patients we treat a positive and safe experience. It was really pleasing to hear of your experience and I will ensure your kind words are passed to the relevant staff members who treated you on the day. Kind regards Kel Stones Specialty Co-ordinator – Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery / Orthodontics – Lincoln/Grantham/Louth
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Review titled Didn’t help me
Rated 1 star out of 5
by Michael Knight - Posted on 23 March 2024
They ruled out anything life threatening, then sent me back to my G.P. To deal with my allergic rhinitis. I had already tried everything my G.P. suggested before being referred to ENT. I think ENT could have helped me if they wanted to.
Visited Ear, Nose & Throat on November 2023
Lincoln County Hospital has not yet replied.
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Review titled I cannot praise them all enough
by Rachael392 - Posted on 17 November 2023
At every stage of the procedure it was explained clearly. The procedure was done professionally and all doctors and nurses that were involved were kind, patient and thorough. Aftercare was given and made very clear. I cannot praise them all enough. Thank you so much.
Visited November 2023
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Replied on 17 November 2023
Dear Rachael392 Thanks so much for taking the time to contact us and let us know about your experience at our Lincoln Endoscopy unit. I am so pleased that everything went well, as this can be a very anxiety provoking time. I will ensure the staff receive your feedback Best Wishes Matron Cathy
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Review titled The staff were amazing
by stonekq57 - Posted on 12 October 2023
I was taken ill suddenly after attending A&E. I collapsed and passed out. The staff were amazing, but I believe they are under staffed, under resourced and under pressure. Waiting times are ridiculous and I feel they need to be addressed ASAP
Visited October 2023
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Review titled The whole team have been wonderful
by Linxminx - Posted on 12 October 2023
I felt fine throughout, although l am not including Chemotherapy in this! The care l received was beyond excellent and the whole staff were (and still are) wonderful. I have always felt looked after and no question was l afraid to ask. The whole team have been wonderful, l feel blessed. Thank you so very much.
Visited October 2023
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Review titled Lincoln County Hospital
Replied on 23 October 2023
Dear Linxminx Thankyou for your kind words. We strive to provide the best service we can within the confines of the difficult conditions in the NHS which sometimes make it less than perfect. It is so nice to have positive feedback that encourages us to continue to do the best we can every day. Bobbie Lee On behalf of Myfanwy Green Senior Colorectal Nurse Specialist
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