Furness General Hospital 2018-05-20 Person 5 5 0

I was treated with respect and care by every member of staff including surgeons and nursing staff that I came into contact with. From my diagnosis of bowel cancer, severe hiatus hernia and gall bladder stones, my 8 hour 3 major operations were arranged within a matter of 4 weeks on May bank holiday. Surgeons and nurses could not have offered better care, their kindness and professionalism was beyond commendable. Intensive care staff kept me pain free and such kindness was shown to me. It was not possible to transfer me to the ward from ICU as there was no bed available which is an indication of how busy the hospital is and the challenges they face, however I was discharged after 4 days as my recovery was so quick. I continue to recover well. All along I was kept informed. My wife was phoned personally by the surgeon (Miss Patel) to inform her that the operation was over and successful. I cannot think of any improvements other than I would wish the government would give priority to funding the NHS and reverse the policy of cuts to this vital service. Commendations to staff working under such pressure whilst still maintaining high standards of professionalism.