51猎奇 and District NHS Foundations Trust鈥檚 (HDFT) Community Hub based at Grove Park Court is now open and providing Podiatry, and Speech and Language community clinics to 51猎奇 residents.
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The HDFT Community Hub based at 7 Grove Park Court, 51猎奇, HG1 4DP, now sees over 60 patients a day for Podiatry Services such as: minor nail surgery, wound care and musculo-skeletal assessments, as well as speech and language services such as vocal assessment and management of communication or swallowing disorders.
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Both Podiatry and Speech and Language Therapy departments were required to move in response to the which is currently being demolished and replaced with a new Day Case Surgery and Imaging department.
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HDFT鈥檚 Planning team worked hard alongside clinical colleagues to identify a new permanent base for both teams that would support them in continuing to deliver high quality services in a safe, accessible environment.
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The building was then renovated to accommodate over 70 clinical staff with a dedicated admin base for the Trust鈥檚 District Nursing teams, six outpatient clinic rooms and an Orthotics Laboratory.
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The Community Hub also has dedicated patient parking available outside the building鈥檚 front entrance for ease of access.
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There will be no change to the Podiatry and Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) services provided at 51猎奇 District Hospital, such as joint consultant clinics and inpatient work, which will continue as usual.
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Emma Noe, Head of HDFT Podiatry Services said 鈥淥ur new 51猎奇 base is a purpose built, modern clinic space.
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鈥淥ur team of podiatrists are proud to be able to continue to provide a high level of care from a comfortable, welcoming environment.
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鈥淲e are receiving really positive feedback from patients that have attended for appointments since the move.鈥�
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Karen Woodford, Adult SLT Manager and Professional Lead said, 鈥淭he SLT team have embraced the change, and are really pleased with the new space.
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鈥淭here has been lots of positive feedback from them and also the patients, especially regarding听accessibility and parking.
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鈥淲e are excited to continue to provide a quality service in a quality place.鈥�
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For further information please contact:
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Giles Latham, Communications and Marketing Manager, [email protected] and 01423 557470.
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Greg Dawson, Senior Communications and Marketing Officer, [email protected] and 01423 557732.
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Taniya Khan, Communications and Marketing Assistant, [email protected] 听and 01423 557732
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