| CHIROPODY | DISTRICT NURSES | HEALTH VISITORS |
| HOSPICARE | MENTAL HEALTH | MIDWIVES |
| PHYSIOTHERAPY | REABLEMENT | RADIOLOGY |
Sidmouth Victoria Hospital
Sidmouth. EX1O 8EW
A busy community hospital serving the population of Sidmouth . The range of services provided has been designed to meet the local need , and avoid where possible travelling for treatment further a field.
The hospital has 26 medical beds designed in small wards or single rooms with en-suite facilities. The medical cover for the hospital is provided by the patients own GP during their stay. The nursing teams are led by Primary nurses who plan and co ordinate care with the patient's and the multidisciplinary team throughout their stay in hospital and if required refer on for continuing care in the community.
Our casualty department is staffed by trained nurses 24 hours a day with on call medical cover.
The hospital also provides 6 surgical beds and a theatre suite, this is staffed by visiting consultants and a separate theatre nursing team.
Maternity facilities include three maternity beds , staffed by the local community midwives.
The busy Out-Patients department runs Monday to Friday and covers a range of clinics for visiting Consultants , Audiology, Low Vision, and Nurse led Continence clinics.
Other services include :- Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
Chiropody
Radiology
Further enquiries can be made to: Brenda O'Meara
Clinical Nurse Manager
01395 512482
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SIDMOUTH HOSPISCARE Top of Page
5 May Terrace, Sidmouth. Ex1O81N
TEL:01395 578706
Stella Thompson Sarah Shaw Val Beaumont
Hospiscare is a locally supported charity which provides funding to employ specialist palliative care nurses to care for people with incurable progressive diseases .You may request to see a nurse through your GP or contact a nurse directly. You may be seen either at home or at 5 May Terrace .Permission to see you will be sought from your GP.
You may need advice about treatments you are undergoing or to talk through difficult aspects of your illness or need help with pain and symptom control. Advice on allowances and grants will be assessed for your entitlement.
.The Volunteer service
Offers transport to and from Outpatient , for treatment and assessment.
Volunteers will also give support with sitting or befriending Bereavement
The grieving process is long and painful and bereavement support is offered on an individual basis or with group support at 5 May Terrace.
Child Service
In liaison with the school nurse at Sidmouth College bereavement support sessions are held for children who have undergone a loss and it can be helpful to share feelings with someone removed from the family.
Accommodation
Sleeping accommodation, in May Terrace [ opposite the hospital ] can be offered to those relatives of critically ill patients in Sidmouth Hospital who need to be near at hand.
Please remember the charity is not just for cancer patients , but also those with a terminal illness from heart failure , motor neurone disease or similar debilitating illness.
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DISTRICT NURSES SERVICES Top of Page
The District Nursing Service is the integral part of the National Health Service. its aim is to offer nursing care, advice and support to patients, families and carers in a variety of settings outside the hospital..
The Staff include
Neil Dowding and Debbie Stoodley D.N.
Liz Chance and Jacqui
Rosemary Harrison auxillary
Referrals . The services accepts referrals from all sources Please ring the Health Centre 512601
Services include :-
Assessment of patient's in their own home, particular the elderly and frail.
Dressings and monitoring of medication.
Diagnostic investigations including blood tests and ECG's.
Also managing a highly successful 4 Layer Bandaging as pioneered by Charing Cross Hospital through Wonford Hospital for the use of varicose ulcers.
Liasing with all members of the Primary Health care team which include Reablement, Hospicare and Marie Curie Nurses.
Midwives linked to Blackmore Health Centre work in conjunction with GP's in providing maternity services.
Preconceptual advice, ante natal care, preparation for birth and parenthood, postnatal care up to 28 days is offered.
Though your midwife may be able to supervise births at home under suitable circumstances this practice does not provide care during labour and childbirth either at home or in local midwife led units.
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THE REABLEMENT SERVICE Top of Page
Reablement is a real example of effective multi-disciplinary health care. The team is based in The Sidmouth Hospital , Mallinson unit , with services which include a community , nurse Emma Anderson , along with occupational therapy , physiotherapy, speech therapy and psychology.
It has an open referral policy , ranging from the public through to the GP's .
It's aim is to :-
- Prevent admissions to hospital , particularly in the elderly by managing those at risk in the community and targeting appropriate care. There are strong links with other services particularly social services.
-Following up those patients who are at risk after hospital admission , to maintain them in the community.
Contact is via The Sidmouth Hospital 01395 512482
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Liz & Sharon Bates
Since 1994 the midwives providing a 'drop-in' service for antenatal and postnatal women. Friday mornings Mallinson unit Sidmouth Hospital lOam l2md. No appointments required.
We provide an informal, friendly atmosphere where you are welcome to come along for antenatal checks (blood pressure, weight, baby's heartbeat, and urine test). Screening tests (blood tests, downs screening) and any other questions.
Ideally pregnant women should see either their GP or midwife regularly throughout their pregnancy.
Dr's Ridler and Morris hold antenatal clinics TUESDAYS 2pm by appointment Dr Hall holds antenatal clinic THURSDAYS 2pm by appointment.
All other G.P's will see pregnant women during normal surgery time by appointment.
First pregnant - what to do
Pregnancy last 40 weeks
After your pregnancy has been confirmed you will receive an appointment to meet a midwife (booking appointment). She will provide you with your pregnancy notes (antenatal notes) and information. Following initial booking most
women are offered an Ultra Sound Scan combined with a clinic visit at RDEH. Usually this is around 11-13 weeks of pregnancy (confirms date); a further anomaly scan will be performed at approx. 18 weeks.
We advise you to be seen between these visits. If you choose to have a screening blood test for abnormalities (Down's syndrome or Spina Bifida) a visit to the drop in clinic would be appropriate.
Ante natal checks by GP or Midwife (this is your choice)
Ideally monthly visits up to 28 weeks
Fortnightly until 36 weeks
And weekly thereafter.
This is just a guideline. You are welcome to drop in ANY TIME to discuss worries, minor ailments etc where the midwives might be able to help.
How to access us
Via Sidmouth Health Centre 01395 512601
Or Sidmouth Hospital 01395 512482
When the midwives are not on duty there is a comprehensive on call system accessible as above.
Other maternity services offered.
Pre conceptual advice - contact Midwife or GP
Aqua natal -Sidmouth swimming pool Friday 9.15- 10am
Birthing I parenting education - Sidmouth Health Centre. Invited by letter around 32 weeks pregnant.
CHIROPODY/ PODIATRY SERVICE Top of Page
SIDMOUTH VICTORIA COTTAGE HOSPITAL
A comprehensive Chiropody and Podiatry service is provided at Sidmouth
Victoria Hospital by a team of State Registered Chiropodists and Chiropody
Assistants.
The State Registered Chiropodist is a key member of the Primary health care team qualified to diagnose and prevent a range of foot complaints and structural abnormalities affecting the feet . All our State Registered Chiropodists have experience in minor soft tissue surgery , the treatment of ingrowing toenails, corns callous and foot orthopaedics.
OPENING TIMES
9.OOam - 4.OOpm Daily except Wednesdays
Treatment is available free of Charge to the following Priority groups;
1. Persons with diabetes mellitus.
2. Persons with severe foot abnormalities.
3. Persons requiring short term care for symptomatic conditions such as ingrowing toenails and warts.
4. Persons requiring treatment for corns, callous and deformed nails aged 65 years and over.
5. Persons of any age requiring footcare advice.
APPLICATION FOR TREATMENT
To apply for treatment please telephone 01395 516252 or write to, Chiropody Department, Sidmouth Victoria Hospital, Mallinson Unit, Sidmouth, EX1O 8EW and ask for a Chiropody application form. Please complete the form and return it to the hospital. You should receive an acknowledgement letter and there will be a short wait of about 2 months for an appointment.
COMPLAINTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Please direct any complaints to the Service Director, Dean Clarke House Southernhay East Exeter. Telephone 01392 207470
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THE PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICE Top of Page
Based in the Sidmouth Victoria Hospital, close to the BlackmoreHealth Centre. Contributing to an integrated health care service for the Sid valley community.
Open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday
Telephone 01395 577598 (direct line)
Service Objectives:
To provide physiotherapy for the people of Sidmouth and the Sid valley in the most appropriate environment that is in the hospital wards, in the home, in residential or nursing homes, in the Outpatients Clinic on the hospital site or at the Sidford satellite surgery.
The broad aim of physiotherapy is to promote, by physical methods , mobility and independence where mobility and independence have been or are likely to be impaired by a wide variety of disorders. We believe that patients derive maximum benefit when they are referred for physiotherapy by their GP. Referring doctors are advised to request a Physiotherapy Assessment rather than prescribing a particular form of treatment.
A blanket referral system is operated for inpatients.
A weekly antenatal clinic is operated in the Blackmore Health Centre.
In addition, physiotherapists made a major contribution to the work of the multidisciplinary 'Reablement Team', details of whose work are available under a separate heading.
STAFF
The Service is operated by five Chartered Physiotherapists and one Assistant Physiotherapist, comprising a staff complement of 3.8 (whole-time equivalent) Physiotherapists and 0.8 (wholetime equivalent) Assistant Physiotherapists.
All personnel are employed by the Exeter and East Devon Health Service Trust. Trust-wide service integration ensures professional training and monitoring of standards. Service statistics are published in the Trust's Annual Reports.
The Trust's Physiotherapy Director's office is located at the Trust's headquarters in Newcourt House, Old Rydon Lane, Exeter, telephone
01392449-843.
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Two Health Visitors attached to practice- each working geographical patch.
Working hours 9.0 a.m. -5.30 p.m. Mon. - Fri.
Best time to contact 9.0 a.m. - 10.0 a.m. or 4.0 p.m - 5.0 p.m.
Ante-Natal (Parentcraft Classes)
Tuesday 2.00 p.m. -4.00 p.m. Sidmouth Health Centre. (by invitation.)
2.00 p.m. - 3-00 p.m. (Health Visitor or Centre Midwife)
3.00 p.m. -4.00 p.m. Physiotherapist.
Child Health Clinics.
Every Monday 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Post Natal Group.
Friday mornings
2.00 p.m. -4.00 p.m. Sidmouth Health Centre.
2.00 p.m. -3.00 p.m. Sidford Branch Surgery.
10.30 a.m. - 12 Mid-day.
10.30 a.m. -11.30 a.m. (Health Visitor)
11.30 am. - 12 Mid-day (Physiotherapist)
Infant formula milks available for sale or token exchange at these sessions.
Health Visitors Offer:
Preconceptual care and advice. |
Individual Antenatal contact. |
Parentcraft classes. |
Post natal support from 10th day after birth. |
Home visits. |
Groups/clinics. |
Networking |
General parenting advice. |
Developmental surveillance for children 0-5 years in conjunction with general practitioners.
8 weeks with Doctor.
3 1/2 year with Doctor.
8 months and 2 years with Health Visitor.
Referral as necessary to: Orthoptist.Speech Therapist, Audiologist, Child Guidance, Specialist Paediatric Services, Social Services.
Advice on routine childhood immunisation programme.
2 months Diphtheria, Polio, Tetanus & Hib.
3 months "
4 months "
15 months Mumps, Measles, & Rubella.
4 1/4 yrs. Diphtheria, Polio Tetanus & 2nd Mumps,Measles, & Rubella
Support and advice for parents with Special Needs children. Advice and management of children's
Behavioural problems. |
Sleep/eating problems. |
Bedwetting (Enuresis) |
Stool holding & soiling (encopresis) |
Bereavement & loss. |
Work with parents to prevent Child Abuse/neglect and ongoing support for families where abuse/neglect has occurred.
Accident Prevention particularly Child Safety.
Safety equipment loan scheme in operation.,
Advice and Support on all aspects of women's physical and emotional health.
Postnatal depression. |
History of sexual abuse including rape. |
Termination of pregnancy |
Stillbirth. |
Domestic violence. |
Marital breakdown. |
Contraception. |
Menopause. |
Breast examination. |
Cervical Screening. |
Hysterectomy. |
Bereavement. |
Advice and Support for men.
Contraception. |
Testicular cancer. |
When partner ill or depressed. |
Bereavement. |
General Health Promotion Advice.
Stop Smoking. |
Sensible Drinking. |
Encourage to exercise. |
Support for National Campaigns. |
Provide Information for families about local facilities.
Mother/Toddler Groups. |
Playgroups. |
Nurseries. |
Child Minders. |
Voluntary Groups. |
Public Health and Environmental issues.
Housing.
Benefits.
TB contact tracing.
Involvement with other Statutory Voluntary bodies looking at local service provision.
Under 8's Forum. |
Special Needs Forum |
Domestic Violence Forum |
Health & Community Care Group. |
Primary Care Group Forum. |
Breast-feeding Support Group. |
CONTACT Via Health Centre 512601 Top of Page
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MENTAL HEALTH , STOWFORD LODGE
Stowford Lodge is an assessment unit for the treatment of older adults with a mental health problem (older adults being over-65 years of age ) .
Our catchment area is Sidford, Sidbury and Sidmouth for patients with a Sidmouth GP.
Referral for information and advice is on an "open" basis via the Community Psychiatric Nurse Team, Unit Manager or the nurse-in-charge on duty.
There is 16-bedded inpatient service and day treatment provision.
These services are led by a Consultant Psychiatrist with the support of a Clinical Assistant on site.
A wide range of treatments are available, either on site or in the community.
Other specialists support the team in its work on an as required basis, eg, Clinical Psychology, Re-Ablement Team, Consultant Geriatrician.
The team can be contacted:
by writing to: Stowford Lodge ,Sidmouth ,EXlO 9YA
Tel 01395 578726 Fax 01395 516601
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RADIOLOGY , SIDMOUTH HOSPITAL
The XR department is within the Sidmouth Hospital
STAFF Angie Dewhurst. ( Senior Radiologist )
Appointments :
All referrals are via GP's , Consultants and Dentists. Appointment times need to be made by the patient at the hospital reception. XR's are then immediately available to the GP's , in the Health centre, although a full report is not ready for a further 10-14 days.
Times:- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
Wednesday 2.30-4.30pm
Friday 10am-4 pm
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