I had a brief stay in Peterborough City Hospital, following surgery on my ankle. The nurse who looked after me in the recovery room was very attentive, giving me a heater to warm me and bringing me a much-appreciated drink and sandwich, after nearly 12 hours of nil by mouth. When I was taken up to the Ward, I continued to receive outstanding care. Everyone from the consultant to the cleaner was cheerful, focussed and attentive. The Physiotherapists quickly assessed my needs and supervised my initial attempts to walk with crutches. They gave me the confidence to manage on my own. I am also aware that there are many staff behind the scenes, such as the catering team, whose work was essential to my recovery and recuperation. I subsequently spent several hours in the Discharge Suite, where I was welcomed and made comfortable. It was a busy day (aren’t they all?) with several patients having to wait for discharge papers and medication. I was privileged to witness the amazing nurses dealing calmly with one angry and impatient person, whilst simultaneously giving the most compassionate and attentive support to a frightened and confused patient. They are angels! Peterborough Hospital staff are doing an amazing job!

Had surgery today and the team who looked after me pre surgery and post surgery were amazing. They made sure I was comfortable with my pain and were friendly and professional. Can’t praise them enough.

Excellent hospital but just one small thing. The staff are all very helpful and friendly, everything is good ?? But the only recommendation I would make....to make sure patients are aware of the procedure times, this can easily be communicated in the letter the hospital sends the patient informing them of the procedure in the first instance. If this information cannot be know, then a please allow up to two hours for your procedure could be used. This is a very useful tool, I use it to let my clients know that training may take up to 6 hours to complete so please allow adequate time. If patients are informed beforehand the length of time needed then they can make informed decisions xx