Bethesda Health Care

I was somewhat excited to experience being a patient at Bethesda. Although completely nervous regarding my procedure - I had read and heard good reviews. Sorry to say but my experience was absolutely awful. My oxygen was ripped out from under my nose rudely. The nurse did not like the fact my BP was 90/50 and made it out to be my fault and fussed like I needed to get moving. (If I am not believed of this situation, ask the other staff member that she was taking over from Because I observed her face) I literally just came out of the operation...I have no idea why my BP is low. She says get up go to the toilet...which of course I would if I knew how. I just had my ACL operated on. The staff were complaining there was not enough staff to help. I was late to the holding bay and it was rushed... My leg did not get a wash with the pre op wash because they did not have time to wait for me. (I was there in time but no one came to room to do admission Until after the orderly was ready and waiting to take me). I was never offered help or even asked to have a shower The next morning or at any time and when it was the morning again rushed to leave & literally kicked out without breakfast. 1 visitor could only come between 2 & 8pm...due to covid. That’s Fair enough! However, If someone has covid won’t they have covid in the morning and afternoon?? I do not get the concept...1 visitor is acceptable but should they not be allowed at anytime to help since there is not enough staff. If the patient has that one visitor they can actually get help with morning rituals and dressing showing ect. Taking the stress from nurses. My leg was left uncovered, without compression because the nurses could not get it on After taking the lovely bandage off and did not have time to get a bigger one before I left. I felt neglected and literally cried for two days regarding my experience. The other thing was I kept calling for pain relief and although got something never felt full relief. This may or may not be nurses issue but again I don’t feel in a hospital setting after an operation I should be in heaps of pain. I’d actually feel concerned if I had to go back to this hospital. Would not recommend this hospital at this time. :(

Love this hospital. The nursing staff are absolutely lovely and very caring. The food is fantastic and the beds are comfy. Thank you for everything that you do.

JUNE 2019 MY LATE FATHER WAS ADMITTED TO THE PALLIATIVE CARE UNIT. THE STAFF WERE OUTSTANDING, RESPECTFUL AND WOULD BEND OVER BACKWARDS, NOTHING TO BIG OR TOO SMALL. THE COMPASSION, DIGNITY AND AND SUPPORT WAS ABOVE AND BEYOND. EVEN AFTER. TO THE HOSPITALITY, NURSING, DOCTORS AND CAPLIN. YOU SHOULD BE PROUD. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO ALL. X

I've worked for 30 yrs in a WA govt Hospital and i can honestly say I've never seen such amazing detail to cleanliness as I have seen at Bethesda. Everthing spotless, professionalism from all the staff, well trained, well groomed from the PCA's to the surgeons. Quality care 👍.

Everyone at Bethesda Hospital were very friendly and helpful. My Irish night nurse Annette from the Riviera Ward was so wonderful and kind just like a mum. I will always remember you! The view from my room was also beautiful. Thank you to all who looked after me. A lovely Hospital with lovely staff