New operating theatre opens at Shropshire orthopaedic hospital

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 06:20 · Archive

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital has opened a new operating theatre to increase surgical capacity and reduce waiting times.

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH) in Oswestry has opened a new operating theatre. The facility brought the specialist hospital's total to 14 theatres and began operations on Friday with a foot and ankle procedure performed by Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Simon Hill.

The expansion was supported by recruitment of new surgeons and theatre staff to ensure the hospital's workforce could manage the increased capacity. Stacey Keegan, Chief Executive at RJAH, said the opening marked 'an important milestone' and represented 'good news for our patients'. She noted that for those waiting for orthopaedic surgery, delays affect 'every part of life, from getting around and staying independent to working, sleeping well and spending time with family'.

The hospital aims to use the additional theatre to help more patients access treatment sooner, reducing waiting times and enabling earlier recovery. Keegan described the development as 'an investment in the future of our hospital and in the specialist services that patients across our local communities and further afield rely on'.

How it is being reported

• New Theatre opens doorsto more surgery at RJAHMore patients will have the chance to take a step towards recovery with the opening of a new operating Theatre at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital.Shropshire Live · 24 Oct, 05:52
• New operating theatre opens at Shropshire hospital to increase surgical capacity and reduce waiting timesThe new operating theatre at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH) begins surgery on Friday.Shropshire Star · 22 Oct, 15:59

In this story: The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital · Oswestry · Simon Hill · Stacey Keegan

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