Downe thanks

SIR, — I would very much like to express my deep gratitude and thanks to the doctors, nurses and everyone connected with the excellent care that was recently afforded me during my stay in the coronary care unit of the Downe Hospital.

I took ill with a cardiac episode on April 4 this year and was rushed to the Downe A&E unit. I was surprised by the care and attention give to me by the staff there. I was closely monitored by the staff, and my special thanks go to Drs. Paul Faulkner and Neill Anderson for their quick diagnosis of my condition.

I was subsequently admitted to the coronary care unit, under the care of Dr. Barr and her excellent team. The nurses and staff showed me considerable care and respect and treated me with the utmost dignity and compassion.

I feel very lucky to have such an excellent care centre in the vicinity in which I live and I feel very passionate about retaining such a vital facility.

The Downe Hospital provides fantastic care facilities for the people of Down District and I hope the resources are always in place to retain this wonderful hospital.

Yours etc.,

PATSY McGREEVY,

Drumaness.