Amazing people

FOLLOWING the discovery and treatment of a cranial aneurysm in July this year, I would like to thank the following people for the quality of their care and support during an anxious and stressful period.

Claire Howell, from Specsavers, the consultant at Sunderland Eye Infirmary who recognised there was a potential problem and referred me to Miss Adams, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Sunderland Eye Infirmary. Miss Adams arranged for a series of further tests and scans. Thanks too to appointment staff at Sunderland Royal Hospital who kept me informed of any cancelled appointments, which quickened the process.

Miss Adams then referred me to the Newcastle RVI Neuroradiology Department.

I received amazing care and attention from Newcastle RVI Ward 17 staff, Professor Phillip White, Professor of Neuroradiology, the theatre team, recovery team and the High Dependency Unit, who all helped me feel safe, secure and comfortable.

I would also like to thank Steve Dougal, Sunderland Aquatic Centre Manager, and Linda Kouache, Aerodyne Trampolining coach, for supporting me back into fitness activities.

It’s comforting to know at such times, that there are genuine, caring and committed people.

I cannot praise them enough. Olive Marrs, Sunderland