| Location | North Tyneside General Hospital | 
|---|---|
| Ward Name / Number | Ward 8 | 
| Location of ward | Upper floor and the nearest entrance is the main entrance | 
| Type of ward | Orthopaedics | 
| Direct dial telephone number | 0191 293 2559 | 
| Ward visiting times | 10am to 8pm. | 
| What patients may need to know about the daily routine on the ward | The ward is generally very busy, with theatres running Monday to Friday, morning and afternoon. | 
| Are children welcome? | Yes. They must always be supervised. | 
| Is there flexibility in visiting? | Yes. For more information on visiting, visit this page. | 
| Are the numbers restricted? | We ask that there are no more than 2 visitors at a time. These visitors can change. | 
| Protected meal times | 12pm-1.30pm and 4.30pm-6pm. Family, friends and carers are welcome to visit at mealtimes if your loved one needs help or encouragement with eating and drinking. | 
| Time of consultant rounds | No set round times | 
| Ward Manager’s name | Andrew Malby | 
| When is the best time for relatives to contact the ward to check on patient? | Between 11am and 3.30pm | 
