Waiting for a knee or hip operation? Tell us about your experience

News - 13 March 2024

The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating, If you're a North Somerset resident, please tell us about the the support you've received - if any - while waiting for your hip or knee operation.
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This survey is now closed.

The survey will take around 10-15 minutes and also includes some questions about you. Your answers are important for us to fully understand how local health and social care services can better meet people's needs.

All information is anonymous so you won't be identifiable in our report. To read more about how we store information, read our privacy policy.

At the end of the survey, you will have the option to enter a prize draw to win a high street shopping voucher.

If you would like a paper copy of the survey, need it in Easy Read or a different language, or would like assistance completing the survey, please email contact@healthwatchnorthsomerset or call 01275 244238.

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