Ward C708

Ward C708 (was ward 52) is a fast paced 24 bedded cardiac surgery ward. The ward is divided into a combination of four four-bedded bays and eight single rooms. We might meet you the night before your heart surgery, and we will look after you during your recovery, following your short stay in the cardiac intensive care unit.

The ward is a made up of a varied mix of staff who are managed by the ward sister, Liz Leech. Liz is supported by her senior staff nurses: Louise Bailes, Katy Hartley and Hannah Moore. The team also includes trained nurses, assistant practitioners, nursing assistants, a housekeeper and a ward clerk. All of these team members help contribute to the care you receive, and are supported by staff who provide cleaning services and the all important meals.

Liz Leech, ward sister

On Ward C708 we have a 'protected meal' programme, which enables our patients to eat their breakfast, lunch and dinner without interruption. Mealtimes are at the following times:
Breakfast: 7.30am - 8.30am
Lunch: 12.30pm - 1.15pm
Dinner: 5.30pm - 6.30pm.

Example lunch menu

Example supper menu

Our ward visiting times reflect this programme. You are welcome to visit the ward between 9am and 8pm.

We are always interested in hearing feedback from our patients. What do our patients say about us?

"I liked the way I was treated by kind cheerful staff, nothing was too much trouble"

"The food was very good"

Uniforms

For an example of what uniforms you can expect to see on the ward, please view the image below.

Undergoing cardiac surgery, whether planned or as an emergency, can be immensely stressful on both you and your relatives. We try to make your recovery as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Contact details

Please don't hesitate to contact us on the numbers below for further information:

0117 342 6552, 0117 342 6652 or 0117 342 5960. Please be aware that this is a busy ward and it may take a while for your call to be answered.