| Location | Wansbeck General Hospital |
|---|---|
| Ward Name / Number | Elective Orthopaedic Unit / Ward 10 |
| Direct dial telephone number | |
| Location of ward | First floor |
| Type of ward | Elective Orthopaedics |
| Ward visiting times |
10am - 8pm |
| What patients 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 - 1pm and 5pm - 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 | Varies |
| Ward Manager’s name | Judith Middleton |
| When is the best time for relatives to contact the ward to check on patient? | After 11am / depends on the time of the patients surgery. Please ask the team. |