It seems strange to 'review' a hospital in this country, but this one is slightly different I…read moresuppose. There is theoretically a choice for pregnant women about how and where they give birth, so I think it's worthy of a comment. I can only speak about the ante natal and birth experience, which I found to be generally really good. The hospital is a bit of a nightmare to get to when you're heavily pregnant or in labour. For my first we had to park outside the front door as it really was an emergency and I hobbled in. However, not long after I was admitted my husband was warned that we'd get a very expensive ticket if the car stayed where it was (it was parked properly, but you're only allowed a very short time.) Luckily my sister was able to move the car, otherwise I would have been left alone in a very stressful situation while my husband disappeared to sort out parking. This all seems a bit wrong to me. In terms of the care I received during both my birthing experiences, it was absolutely brilliant. Both were very different but the midwives were fantastic. I really can't fault the care I received during this period at all. Post birth, it wasn't quite so good. The wards were very busy both times I gave birth and the staff were rushing around. I felt very lonely, especially after the birth of my first child as I had no idea what to do. I was desperate to leave the hospital and go home after each birth. However, when it really mattered to me, during the birth process, they were brilliant.

Regionally the Women's is a big busy maternity unit. Good access by road, car and train.read more

I went to see a Speech Therapist here, as I was having trouble with my voice when I was in a band…read more This being a bit of a problem as I was the singer... As it happened, I kept losing my voice and going hoarse, so the band kindly paid for me to go and see a speech therapist to learn how to position my voice better, to sing and speak from either my face or chest rather than my throat. I only had 2 or 3 appointments (as its private healthcare, so, obviously, a bit pricey) but they were really, really fascinating, I have to admit! I learnt a huge amount about vocal issues and all the things that effect voices, from digestion (?!) to posture to psychological factors. It was a really helpful, holistic approach - and also a very practical one as I came away with lots of training to do! I was really impressed by this service - it was really thorough, really interesting and really effective. The voice is an amazing thing, and it's great to have experts like this around to help explore and care for it.

From the owner: BMI The Edgbaston Hospital is part of BMI Healthcare, Britain's leading provider of independent…read morehealthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals clinics performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. Our commitment is to quality and value, providing facilities for advanced surgical procedures together with friendly, professional care.

It seems a bit odd to review a hospital - particularly if you've ended up in the A&E department -…read moreI'm guessing most people would rather forget their stints there. However, I was pretty impressed with the quality of care that both I and a friend of mine received at the hands of the staff there. First - my friend: he was knocked over by a car in Selly Oak. Despite landing on his head (ouch) he was duly patched up in no time, and, having received immediate care and attention from the staff at Selly Oak, managed to come away with no ongoing injuries other than a slightly broken finger. They were extremely quick to respond, completely sorted him out and were really understanding with both him and us as we all piled down to A & E to see him. I was taken in as I had a bad asthma attack that my inhaler didn't seem to be able to sort out. They immediately shunted me up he queue in terms of seeing a doctor (I think this is policy with asthma) who sorted me out in about 5 mins! He was really attentive and thorough - which can be difficult when you're seeing 10 patients a second in A&E. To compare, I had a similar occurrence in Wolverhampton, and had to wait 3 HOURS before a doctor saw me - and even then he kept drifting in and out. So, well done Selly Oak. It's good to know that the injured of south Birmingham are in safe hands.

Selly Oak Hospital is now exclusively a military hospital and it fills me with a great sense of…read morepride that a Birmingham hospital takes care of the needs of injured servicemen and women. Previously for many years prior to the building of the new super hospital this establishment also took care of civilians. In fact both my mother and grandmother were taken here for different illnesses and I have to say that despite my general aversion to hospitals, Selly Oak always provided wonderful care. A further note, hospital food including that in the canteen is usually notoriously bad. However on more than one occasion I have to admit I actually ENJOYED a canteen meal from this hospital. Hospital's are never are a good place to visit but the people of Birmingham should take pride in the achievements of Selly Oak Hospital as it serves those who make tremendous sacrifices in order to protect our country.

I am at the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. It is a beautiful new building and it is…read moreclear a lot of money has been invested in it. However, I have needed to rate it 'not good' . Therefore the above is where the good news ends. I have been waiting for 8.5 hours to see a Doctor and we have a new announcement the waiting time is 9.5 hours. The point being we are waiting in the Emergency Department of the hospital. According to the Oxford Dictionary the definition of 'Emergency' is "a medical emergency needing urgent treatment". Therefore, one can only conclude waiting 9.5 hours in an emergency department seems to be the opposite to it's intended function.

Nobody likes going to hospital. That's scientific fact. But after years of ongoing knee problems I…read morefinally sought medical attention and after a number of MRI scans and consultations I was referred for physiotherapy which I was a little (read: incredibly) dubious about. After a couple of sessions with a physio that, in all honesty, had about as much impact as a ball of feathers thrown by a kitten it was recommended that I attend the lower limb class (I know, sounds lame). Initially it hurt. It REALLY hurt. Now, after 6 weeks I get barely any knee pain, have much more strength and mobility in my left leg and, for the first time in about 7 years, feel like a (semi) functional human being. And weirdly I've started to enjoy it, I'm even considering joining a gym! So a huge thank you to the guys in the physio department at city hospital. I really appreciate it.

Weoley Castle's Millennium Centre is nicely laid out with friendly nurses, doctors and registry…read morestaff. Their seating area is very spacious and provides various televisions to watch and wait from many angles of the room. They also display several informative and helpful posters in which you read and keep yourself occupied while waiting. They don't keep you waiting for long though which is a great plus side to any of those in urgent need of seeing a doctor. As I peered around the room it doesn't seem as though they provide anything for children which isn't that good for kids that need to get easily distracted. All in all, I think that Weoley Castle's Millennium Medical Centre has a fast and efficient way of registering as well as being seen by a doctor or nurse. Definitely recommended to those who live locally.

Few people knows but you can have full breakfast here, including a hot drink, for only £3! It's…read moretasty and filing and the place couldn't be more conveniently located on your way to the University of Birmingham or train station!