A television GP traveled 180 miles to Birmingham for a second hip replacement, utilizing NHS Patient Choice to avoid long wait times. Doctor Hilary Jones chose a private hospital that could provide quick treatment upon referral from his GP. He advocates for patient awareness of their rights under the NHS that allows switching to hospitals with shorter waiting lists. The option costs the NHS the same as traditional care, offering patients quicker recovery and reducing delays in treatment.
Doctor Hilary Jones emphasized the impact of Patient Choice in the NHS, stating, 'Patient Choice gives people real power - they just need to know it's there.'
Doctor Hilary Jones underlined the importance of speed in receiving treatment, noting, 'I'd do it again in a heartbeat for faster, quality care and highly recommend it.'
He pointed out the accessibility of private hospitals for NHS patients saying, 'It's free for the patient and costs the NHS no more... at an NHS hospital.'
Jones highlighted the need for patients to be proactive, stating, 'People don't want to be on a waiting list. They want to get on with their lives.'
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