I recently had a bad fall at home. My wife dialled 999 and within minutes the paramedics arrived.

I was taken to Poole general hospital, admitted to an A and E ward where I was treated most kindly, then transferred to A3 ward where again I was so very well looked after. The meals were excellent. I was discharged the next day and given the all clear.

I would like to express my sincere thanks to the paramedics, the doctors, nurses and all the other staff. Also to the Red Cross ladies who brought me home.

We are so very fortunate to have such an excellent hospital in Poole.

DEREK PARSONS, Pearson Avenue, Parkstone, Poole