Enter and view: Wythenshawe Hospital

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Summary of report content

Healthwatch Manchester undertook an enter and view visit to Wythenshawe Hospital on 19 December 2023 to review access to and ease of use of wheelchair provision within the hospital.

Key findings:

  • Direct access to a wheelchair in Wythenshawe Hospital is poor 
  • Access to a wheelchair on request is available but is reported as slow 
  • Information regarding the use of wheelchairs is available

The report contains two recommendations on improving access to wheelchairs and a response from the provider.

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General details

Local Healthwatch
Healthwatch Manchester
Publication date
Date evidence capture began
Date evidence capture finished
Type of report
Report
Key themes
Accessibility and reasonable adjustments
Building, Decor and Facilities, including health and safety
Parking and transport
Staffing - levels and training
Written information, guidance and publicity

Methodology and approach

Was the work undertaken in partnership with another organisation?
No
Primary research method used
Observation (eg Enter and View)
If an Enter and View methodology was applied, was the visit announced or unannounced?
Not Known

Details of health and care services included in the report

Details of health and care services included in the report
Hospital services- not stated

Details of people who shared their views

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Sexual orientation
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Does this report feature carers?
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