Hi. The freak just did the whole day off the ventilator. Speaking valve in 5 times and speaking clearly. Spinal physio’s down again today and he is officially a good student!

Mike is keen to see people over the coming days, weeks and months. At this point a trickle of visitors each day is perfect to provide him with enough distraction and support to get through the day, whilst allowing him enough time to rest and recover from his injuries (plus give Mon an opportunity to go and get a coffee).

ICU is a difficult place, and the aspects of day to day care are exhausting when you’re sick. There’s the washing, ablutions, meals, nursing observations, doctor consults, physiotherapy, orthotic specialists and handover times to fit in with family and friends visiting.

Please get in touch with Mon or the ICU if you are keen to see Mike. There’s opportunity to visit, but to avoid disappointment it has to fit it in with his complex schedule!!

Please bear in mind that ICU only allows two bedside visitors at a time, so if you come after work or on the weekends, you may have to spend some time in the waiting area.

Dr Mitch