NOW in my mid-seventies, I have had to attend outpatient clinics at York Hospital for many invasive tests culminating in an emergency admission, surgery and a stay of a few weeks.

Now recovered, I thank the doctors and nursing staff - especially Drs Miller and Kelly and the nurses and ancillary staff of Wards 14 and 16. Without their skills and dedication I would not be writing this letter.

John E Rooke,

Langwith Lane, Heslington, York.

Updated: 10:34 Tuesday, December 24, 2002