Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2018-05-20 Person 5 5 0

It had vascular surgery at ARI, and was treated with the best of care, Everyone from the nurses to the consultants were very pleasant and kept me informed Every step of my treatment, the surgeon who did my angioplasty told me everything she was doing and kept me calm if I started to panic. A very well run and pleasant hospital

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2018-03-23 Person 5 5 0

I was admitted to the A&E in Aberdeen on the 6th March 2018 with strong chest pains and in a state of shock as I had a feeling that my body and mind were literally shutting down. I was not sure what was happening to me and was unable to defend myself against it. That morning was one of the most terrifying experiences I had ever had. I spent most of the day under observation and undergoing all sorts of tests. The A&E crew were extremely attentive, friendly and caring and this helped me a lot. I could not imagine a better care. Next week I visited the unit again for more tests (including a treadmill tolerance test) and my experience was the same, friendly, nice staff putting in an amazing effort so that I could feel well. We had a proper banter, laughed a lot, and the atmosphere was so good that I left the unit feeling elated, regardless of my poor overall condition. I’d like to thank all the people in A&E who helped me on these two days. I really needed help and I got it. I’ll always remember these days as they changed a lot in my life and I’ll always remember those wonderful people as very significant in my journey through my life.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2018-03-18 Person 5 5 0

Hi, I am writing this mail to express my appreciation for the medical care I am receiving at ARI. I am 62 years old and have been reiceving ongoing treatment for a chronic illness at the Peter Blunt Clinic at ARI. I would like to put on record my sincere thanks to the nurses and doctors and staff both in the Peter Blunt Clinic and X-ray department over the past 5 years. Keep up the good work

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2018-02-28 Person 5 5 0

Had an App at the Breast Screening Dept ( purple Zone ). All the staff were first class ! So caring and understanding . Thank you all for making my visit so stress less , Fiona Alden ( Huntly)

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2017-11-28 Person 5 5 0

Recently I have been in cardiac,urology and pulmonary and only have praise for them.Thanks to all of you.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2017-02-08 Person 5 5 0

The staff were very friendly and helpful

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2016-12-08 Person 3 5 0

Staff on the whole very friendly. However overall experience stressful due to being left in side room with husband and young daughter (who wanted to stay till I was given a bed) for almost two hours until I was clerked in by member of staff. Eventually clerked in around 10pm. Also moved ward with no notice they following night at 9.30pm. Nurse appeared with a porters chair and said "All packed and ready to move then?" I had no idea I was being moved. After I got the ok to go home today was delighted to be leaving but forgot doctors letter had to be issued before I could go. Over half of the ladies in my ward and I waited over three hours for a letter to leave. We were all hanging about with our suitcases in our cul de sac of a ward and not a doctor to be seen the whole time. There were rarely doctors about, only sweeping into ward for quick ward round, leaving most patients waiting hours for information on progress. Many patients in my ward seemed dissatisfied with this level of input and a couple in my ward did not want to share new symptoms with doctors due to a lack of trust in their care. I am used to working in hospitals for over 20 years and so did not find the experience that daunting but even I found it quite frightening being pushed from one ward to the other and never seeing the same doctor.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2016-09-22 Person 5 5 0

The ARI is a great hospital and is good for the people of Aberdeen.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2016-02-04 Person 4 5 0

Access to this hospital is vastly aided by being a transport hub, and with the inclusion of shuttle busses.New signage is not as clear as previous. Massive signs with large amounts of information are counter productive.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2016-01-26 Person 5 5 0

What a excellent consultation this was. My husband has had breathing problems for over a year now, but once referred to the hospital it was quickly followed up. Dr Dempsey was very caring and informative and fully explained my husband's condition and showed us the MRI scan and x.ray results. Although his illness cannot be cured he made various suggestions as to how his symptons can be relievedl We were given a leaflet about his condition, a letter for our G.P., appointment for physio to be arranged and a follow up appointment for 6 months time. We came out of the consultation feeling relieved and much more positive. All in all a very rewarding meetin.