| Location | Wansbeck General Hospital |
|---|---|
| Ward Name / Number | Medical Day Case Unit |
| Direct dial telephone number | 01670 529945 or 01670 529293 |
| Location of ward | On the ground floor of the hospital next to ward two. Turn right next to main entrance. |
| Type of ward | Outpatient |
| What patients may need to know about the daily routine on the ward | Patients attend this nurse-led unit for a range of programmed activities such as intravenous therapies, transfusions, and clinical investigations. Referrals come from various specialties within the trust and specialist nurses also attend the unit to see patients and carry out procedures. |
| Are children welcome? | No under 12s |
| Is there flexibility in visiting? | Please speak to the nursing team |
| Are the numbers restricted? | 2 maximum |
| Ward Manager’s name | Donna Morton |
| When is the best time for relatives to contact the ward to check on patient? | Anytime during open hours of 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday. |