Portlaoise hospital praised for 'magnificent care' by Laois Londoner
A Laois man now settled in England, has described his recent care at Portlaoise hospital as "magnificent".
Kieran Conroy, from Millview in Portlaoise, is living in London for almost 40 years.
While on a visit home to see his family in November, he unfortunately suffered a mini-stroke, and spent several nights in the care of staff a Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise.
He was so impressed with the standards at the hospital, that he contacted the Leinster Express / Laois Live to publicly thank them.
"The way I was treated was magnificent. 10/10. Thank you to each and every member of staff inc. the names I remember - Emma the pharmacist, Avril, and the lady doctor from Boston. Thanks again Midland hospital Portlaoise! Happy Christmas! x ," Kieran said.
He explained what happened.
"I'm from Millview in Portlaoise born & bred. I've lived here in London for too long - 38 yrs. I have two grandsons living in Emo and I pop over and back every couple of months to spend time with them.
"I went to Laois on November 19 just gone. Whilst there I had a TIA or in other words, a mini stroke. From the minute I entered the hospital on Friday evening (20th) I was looked after so so well.
"I had multiple scans and was kept in for 4 nights. The staff were magnificent. Lovely people.
"And even the food was great. No more 'hospital food' jokes please!
"I got the all-clear to go after everyone was happy enough with my situation. I made a full recovery very quickly and am now looking forward to going to Laois for Christmas next week. Few pints in Kavanagh's coming up," Kieran said.