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Internal Medicine Services
Ward 23 RVI
Contact: (0191) 282 0123 - Sister Kemp
Ward 23 is an acute medical ward which cares for adults with a range of conditions. Most of the patients on this ward will have been referred from their GP or admitted via the Emergency Admissions Unit at the RVI.
We have six cubicles on this ward where we can care for people with potentially infectious diseases whilst investigations are being carried out to identify their condition.
How to find us
Directions to the ward from the Multi Storey Car ParkShow [+] Hide [-]
Ward 23 is located on the second floor of Claremont Wing. To find us:
- Come through the Claremont main entrance.
- Take the lifts or stairs up to level two and Ward 23 is well signed.
Directions to the ward from Leazes WingShow [+] Hide [-]
If you have come through the Leazes Wing Main Entrance from Richardson Road then follow these directions to find us:
- Come through the Leazes Wing Main Entrance, walk past the reception desk and take a turn to your right when you reach the Café.
- Walk down this corridor until you reach a junction. The East Block Wing lifts and a staircase are available in front of you and you should take these down to the Ground Floor.
- Look for the sign directing you to take a right turn for Claremont Wing and follow the long corridor until you see the sign for Ward 23.
- Ward 23 is on the second floor of Claremont Wing so take the stairs or lift up to the next floor and follow the sign for Ward 23. Ask at Leazes Wing reception desk for more information.
Directions to the ward from Peacock HallShow [+] Hide [-]
If you have come through Victoria Wing Peacock Hall Entrance from Queen Victoria Road then follow these directions to find us:
- Come through the Victoria Wing Peacock Hall Entrance and walk down the main corridor passing the League of Friends shop on your right hand side following the signs for Claremont Wing.
- You will take a right turn at the signs for Claremont Wing until you see the sign for Wards 23.
- Ward 23 is on the second floor the bottom of this corridor, carry on until you reach Leazes Wing. Continue to follow of Claremont Wing so take the stairs or lift up to the next floor and follow the sign for Ward 23.
- Please note that it is a long distance to walk from Peacock Hall to Claremont Wing and volunteers from the WRVS provide a free shuttle service if you require assistance. Ask at Peacock Hall reception desk for more information.
Staff you are likely to meet
In addition to the doctors, nurses and support staff on the ward you may meet occupational therapists, physiotherapists, social workers, dieticians and speech and language therapists.
