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> With a mobile I tell the guys that I am very easy to get. > They pick up the bendy thing attached to the curly wire and press the > button marked '0'. They ask for me and within seconds we are > speaking. Guaranteed not to be on a golf course, incidentally. Even faster (the way most hospital switch boards work): put your mobile number on a short code/ tie line. Means you can have your number clearly visible within the department but not available to the public. Saves your switch operator time, saves your ED staff time. > > What happens if a machine packs up in Resus for whatever > reason? Who cares; it's my job to look after the patient. If something > goes wrong with a machine I can quite readily take over with > eyes and ears and fingers. > I know your new department is a lot bigger than the old one, but how big is it that your staff need to phone you when you're already there? Matt Dunn Warwick This email has been scanned for viruses by NAI AVD however we are unable to accept responsibility for any damage caused by the contents. The opinions expressed in this email represent the views of the sender, not South Warwickshire General Hospitals NHS Trust unless explicitly stated. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender.