Bosses at NHS Ayrshire and Arran pledged improvements to the ser vices so vital to the residents of Arran at their annual review last Friday.
More than 95 members of the public, staff and patients went along to the Crosshouse hospital’s lecture theatre to observe and listen to the public session. They asked a range of questions about things such as recruitment of GPs and consultants, training for radiographers and plans for chemotherapy services.
Dr Martin Cheyne, chairman of the NHS Ayrshire and Arran performance committee, welcomed everyone and spoke about the achievements and challenges of the previous year and the solid foundation that is being built for future years.
He said: ‘I would like to take the opportunity to thank each and every member of our staff across health and social care, commending their commitment and dedication in providing the highest standard of care to our patients.
‘We are delighted to have successfully completed several major developments within the past year, including the opening of two Combined Assessment Units (CAUs) and a new acute mental health facility and community hospital. University Hospital Crosshouse CAU opened its doors in April 2016, and the CAU at University Hospital Ayr opened in May 2017. The transfer of patients to Woodland View at Ayrshire Central Hospital was completed in May 2016.