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Patient pained by relocation of physiotherapy at Salmon Arm hospital

Interior Health said move is for anticipated upgrades to Ambulatory Care unit
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Interior Health says Shuswap Lake General Hospital’s physiotherapy unit has been relocated from near the Level 3 Emergency entrance in “anticipation of upgrades to the Ambulatory Care unit and other associated programs.” (Lachlan Labere-Salmon Arm Observer)

The recent relocation of physiotherapy services at Shuswap Lake General Hospital has prompted a Salmon Arm man to speak out for staff and fellow patients.

Paul Skinner says he benefited greatly from the hospital’s physiotherapists about 10 years ago after receiving reconstructive hip surgery. At that time, physiotherapy services were located adjacent to admitting, just inside the Level 3 entry to Emergency.

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Lachlan Labere

About the Author: Lachlan Labere

Editor of the Salmon Arm Observer, Shuswap Market, and Eagle Valley News. I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to keep our readers informed and engaged.
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