More services to be temporarily relocated from Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital

Manx Care says it's due to an ongoing pest control problem

Ongoing remedial work to deal with a pest control problem means a number of services normally delivered at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital are to be re-located.

They'll be moving temporarily from Monday 15 December.

Manx Care says the work will coincide with the successful completion of pest control measures at Martin Ward, which has been closed since October.

It means some services can remain at Ramsey making use of the newly refurbished ward, but others will need to be delivered off-site.

The work being carried out will include a comprehensive deep cleaning and inspection programme, along with other structural improvements aimed at enhancing patient care.

Manx Care's Chief Executive, Teresa Cope, has been speaking to Amy Griffiths:

Manx Care's laid out where each service will now take place below:

• Skin Service: Martin Ward, RDCH
• Blood/ECG Clinics and several outpatient clinics: Martin Ward, RDCH
• Renal Service: Noble’s Hospital, Braddan
• Minor Injuries Unit (including X-ray): Noble’s Hospital, Braddan
• Podiatry Clinic: Central Community Health Centre, Westmoreland Road, Douglas and some patients will have home visits, and these will be arranged directly with those patients.
• Physio Clinic: Central Community Health Centre, Westmoreland Road, Douglas
• Continence: Mount View House, Ramsey
• Tissue Viability Clinics: Will be available between the Peel GP Practice and the Jurby Health Centre. Patients have been advised which clinic to attend.
• Dental Outpatient: Plans are being finalised, and further information will follow shortly.

The bone density scanning and phototherapy services will be suspended until works are complete.

Patients with upcoming appointments or ongoing care will be contacted directly with details of their new arrangements, and transport and support will be available for those who need help accessing relocated services.

Ms Cope says: "Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital is not just a hospital — it is a vital hub for healthcare on the Island. 

"The relocation of some services is a temporary but necessary step towards ensuring the safety and comfort of staff and patients into the future. 

"Planning for reopening will begin as soon as remedial works are underway, and we will keep the public informed throughout the process."

She adds: "Patients, families, staff and partners are thanked for their patience and support during this period."

You can find out more information here.