Aldbourne Ward is an Orthopaedic ward. We care for patients who are having planned surgery on bones and joints. This includes major joint replacement and spinal surgery but also a variety of smaller orthopaedic operations.
Our team of experienced staff are committed to delivering a high standard of care and providing a supportive, safe and friendly environment patients and visitors and staff.
The ward is a large, bright, airy environment and has beautiful views over the Wiltshire downs. We have implemented the Productive Ward project which enables us to organise our work efficiently and effectively in order to spend as much time providing direct patient care as possible.
Most patients are admitted on the day of surgery and will arrive at the Theatre admissions lounge. Here you will be assessed and prepared for surgery and be seen by the Surgeon, Nurse and Anaesthetist. After surgery you will return to Aldbourne Ward to begin your rehabilitation process. All patients are encouraged to gain early independence, exercise and move around as this helps to reduce complications and ensure that the best possible outcome from the surgery is achieved.
We aim to provide you with as much information as possible so that you feel involved and informed about your care. The staff will explain routines and procedures but if you have any questions please ask, no matter how trivial they may seem.
We aim to try to resolve any issues or concerns prior to patients going home. We encourage you to discuss any issues with a member of staff or ask to speak to the Sister or Matron.
We try to individualise care as much as possible but the ward routine will be similar to this:
8.00am Breakfast 10.30am Mid morning refreshment 12.00pm Lunch 3.30pm Tea 5.30pm Supper 8.00pm Evening drinks
Visiting times are in line with many other wards in the hospital: 2.30pm-5.00pm and 6.00pm-8.00pm and we have protected meal times to ensure patients are able to eat at regular periods without being disturbed.
However, if there are specific reasons we are happy to accommodate visitors on the ward outside of these times, please speak to a member of ward staff.