THE operating theatre at Llandudno General Hospital has reopened in an important step towards reducing the number of patients waiting for surgical procedures.
The unit reopened during May 2022 and treats day surgery patients, meaning that the patient does not need to stay overnight.
Hernia, gallbladder and some orthopaedic procedures are now being carried out in the theatre to help increase the capacity available to treat more patients waiting for operations.
Graham Whiteley, clinical lead for surgery at Ysbyty Gwynedd, who has used Llandudno Hospital operating theatres for more than 20 years, welcomed the reopening of the facility.
He said: ?Llandudno Theatre is the ideal setting for day case surgery when combined with the ward facilities within the hospital.
?Patients value the relaxed atmosphere at Llandudno Hospital when they are going through the anxious time associated with surgery.
?A high throughput of surgery is possible when the theatre is used efficiently.
?I have found Llandudno to be a useful safety valve when beds at Ysbyty Gwynedd are unavailable for whatever reason.?
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