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PHT Public Trust Board Papers March 2011.pdf - Plymouth Hospitals

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recent experiences, to which she did not expect a specific response at this forum,<br />

but sought a generic response from the <strong>Board</strong>. Her experiences had inspired her to<br />

become an advocate for patients with medical phobias. The Chief Executive<br />

welcomed her advocacy and agreed that her point was fair. He could not respond<br />

immediately but would be pleased to do so outside the meeting.<br />

‘Governor’ Ivor Vaughan stated that there was a lack of patient privacy and dignity<br />

caused by ambulance offloading arrangements adjacent to the Orthopaedic Clinic.<br />

The Medical Director stated that the current arrangements may result from the<br />

requirement to maintain a clear emergency pathway for patients arriving by<br />

helicopter, and for emergency resuscitation access, but he would consider what<br />

improvements could be made.<br />

There were no further questions.<br />

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