Dietary considerations before your bariatric (weight loss) surgery)
For patients undergoing bariatric (weight loss) surgery and provides advice on changes in diet and eating behaviours prior to surgery
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People
Number of people in A&E department
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Hours
Average wait to be seen by a clinician
2:15
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Average time in the department
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Different ways to take the Combined Pill
Explains the different ways to take the combined contraceptive pill
Read moreDigital assessments using PROMS for patients having radiotherapy treatment
How you can use digital assessments to record your treatment progression and outcomes, in order to help improve services
Read moreDischarge from the Haematology Unit
Advice and contact numbers for when you leave the Haematology Unit
Read moreDischarge Lounge welcome
Explains what you can expect while you wait in the Discharge Lounge to leave hospital
Read moreDiscogram
What to expect during a discogram (test to diagnose intervertebral disc problems)
Read moreDistal femoral replacement (knee replacement) advice and exercises
Information designed to help you get back to full fitness as quickly as possible after your distal femoral replacement -done for tumour removal, revision of total knee replacements and complex fractures
Read moreDistal tibial derotation osteotomy
Explains distal tibial derotation osteotomy for hip and/or knee pain, due to an abnormal twist in your shinbone (tibia) - outlining what the surgery entails, including risks and benefits
Read moreDiverticular disease dietary advice
Advice for people with diverticular disease - a condition that affects the large intestine (colon)
Read moreDix-Hallpike and Epley manoeuvres for BPPV
Explains one of the procedures we use for a condition called Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, or BPPV, and what you can expect during the test and treatment
Read moreDolphin and Lion Ward welcome
Information for parents and carers of children coming into hospital for tests or an operation or procedure
Read moreDomestic Abuse
This leaflet provides support and information to anyone who is pregnant and experiencing domestic abuse. Domestic Abuse helpline 0808 2000 247 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. However, if it is an emergency you should always dial 999 and ask for police assistance.
Read moreDonor milk: Is it an option for me and my baby?
This leaflet is for those who are wanting to breastfeed but may be experiencing early feeding challenges and want a temporary alternative to supplementation with formula milk.
Read moreDouble vision (diplopia)
Explains what double vision is, what causes it and what treatment options are available
Read moreDriving after injury
Advice on driving legally and safety following an injury resulting in a visit to the Emergency Department (A&E).
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