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RTI 4786 Release Notes Clinical Excellence Division RTI #4786 Documents, specifically reports, audits, ministerial/executive briefing notes and attachments, executive meeting minutes, board meeting minutes, internal correspondence such as emails relating to the General Surgery survey results during the period 01/01/2018 to 19/11/2018. Purpose of release notes The purpose of these release notes is to provide information and attachments pertaining to results from the 2017-18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey, held by the Clinical Excellence Division (CED), Department of Health, within the time period of 01/01/2018 to 19/11/2018. Internal correspondence relating to the survey results is limited to the Office of the Director-General, Queensland Health and Deputy Director-General, CED, as requested in the RTI application. Information to be provided In the time period 01/01/2018 to 19/11/2018, the following documents were held: Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey (General Surgery OPES) 2017-18. This survey obtained feedback from surgery and endoscopy patients who visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services. o Briefing note from Deputy Director-General (DDG), CED regarding dissemination of results to Hospital and Health Services (HHS) and Mater Health Services (Attachment A), with the following attachments: Sample General Surgery OPES 2017-18 facility specific executive summary Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) General Surgery OPES 2017-18 Queensland Executive Summary General Surgery OPES 2017-18 checkerboard Memorandum from DDG, CED to HHS Chief Executives regarding statewide and facility General Surgery OPES 2017-18 results Memorandum from DDG, CED to Central West HHS Chief Executive and Torres and Cape HHS Chief Executive regarding statewide General Surgery OPES 2017-18 results Letter from DDG, CED to Mater Health Services Chief Executive Officer regarding statewide and facility General Surgery OPES 2017-18 results List of participating facilities and results format for General Surgery OPES 2017-18. o General Surgery OPES 2017-18 facility specific executive summary reports (Attachment B): 37 executive summary reports for facilities (note: there were 38 facility executive summary reports in total that achieved at least 30 interviews and are included in the checkerboard), however, PAH executive summary report is included in the Briefing note above o General Surgery OPES 2017-18 facility summary results reports (Attachment C): DOH-DL 18/19-032

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RTI 4786 Release Notes Clinical Excellence Division

RTI #4786 – Documents, specifically reports, audits, ministerial/executive briefing notes and attachments, executive meeting minutes, board meeting minutes, internal correspondence such as emails relating to the General Surgery survey results during the period 01/01/2018 to 19/11/2018.

Purpose of release notes

The purpose of these release notes is to provide information and attachments pertaining to results from the

2017-18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey, held by the Clinical Excellence

Division (CED), Department of Health, within the time period of 01/01/2018 to 19/11/2018.

Internal correspondence relating to the survey results is limited to the Office of the Director-General,

Queensland Health and Deputy Director-General, CED, as requested in the RTI application.

Information to be provided

In the time period 01/01/2018 to 19/11/2018, the following documents were held:

• Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey (General Surgery

OPES) 2017-18. This survey obtained feedback from surgery and endoscopy patients who visited

general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services.

o Briefing note from Deputy Director-General (DDG), CED regarding dissemination of results

to Hospital and Health Services (HHS) and Mater Health Services (Attachment A), with the

following attachments:

Sample General Surgery OPES 2017-18 facility specific executive summary – Princess

Alexandra Hospital (PAH)

General Surgery OPES 2017-18 Queensland Executive Summary

General Surgery OPES 2017-18 checkerboard

Memorandum from DDG, CED to HHS Chief Executives regarding statewide and

facility General Surgery OPES 2017-18 results

Memorandum from DDG, CED to Central West HHS Chief Executive and Torres and

Cape HHS Chief Executive regarding statewide General Surgery OPES 2017-18

results

Letter from DDG, CED to Mater Health Services Chief Executive Officer regarding

statewide and facility General Surgery OPES 2017-18 results

List of participating facilities and results format for General Surgery OPES 2017-18.

o General Surgery OPES 2017-18 facility specific executive summary reports (Attachment B):

37 executive summary reports for facilities (note: there were 38 facility executive

summary reports in total that achieved at least 30 interviews and are included in the

checkerboard), however, PAH executive summary report is included in the Briefing

note above

o General Surgery OPES 2017-18 facility summary results reports (Attachment C):

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Eight (8) summary results reports for facilities that had between 10-29 interviews, and

results are presented as raw numbers. Due to limited statistical reliability, results for

these facilities are not included in the checkerboard, and comparisons to previous

results, peer group and Queensland were not undertaken.

An overview of the Queensland Health General Surgery OPES 2017-18, with details of the survey

methodology is provided below.

All information is current as of 28/11/2018.

Important notes when considering information and survey results

• The Ministerial brief referenced at dot point 12 on page 2 of 426 (C-ECTF-18/6589), was submitted

for consideration for progression to the Minister but has not yet progressed to the Minister.

• The General Surgery OPES 2017-18 results have not yet been published on the Queensland Health

Hospital Performance internet site. The Ministerial brief referenced at dot point 13 on page 2 of 246

is yet to be progressed.

• Survey results should be viewed in conjunction with the survey methodology provided below.

• Percentage results reported are population estimates and have been rounded to whole numbers.

• Percentage results reported in the checkerboard and executive summaries represent the

percentage of patients reporting the most favourable experience (e.g. ‘very good’, ‘definitely’ or

‘always’) for each measure.

• Full, detailed survey results that include all responses received for each measure were provided to

HHSs in a secure, online results portal for each individual facility and Queensland.

• Results for questions that reflect patients' experiences of care received from health service

providers not related to the hospital reported are excluded.

• Reporting of results varies according to the number of respondents (refer to Results section below).

Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience

Survey 2017-18

Survey overview

The General Surgery OPES 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patients who

visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services

between October 2017 and January 2018. It was conducted by the Queensland Government Statistician’s

Office on behalf of Queensland Health. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with

patients from late January mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities

that participated in the 2017–18 survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were

achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

The objectives of the General Surgery OPES 2017–18 were to provide patient experience and satisfaction

results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The

results of this survey will be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient

clinic services provided and to assist in quality improvement activity planning at the facility and statewide

levels. Comparisons with 2015–16 survey results will be provided where available to measure the impact of

initiatives implemented based on previous survey results.

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Methodology

Questionnaire

The survey questionnaire was developed by Queensland Health during a series of working group meetings,

which included representatives from the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff and

consumer representatives. Questions were based on the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 (© Care

Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified or removed.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1 October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

• had a home or phone appointment

• requested an interpreter

• refused consent to be contacted to give feedback

• had insufficient contact information

• were a usual resident of an institution

• were not a resident of Australia

• were deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

• were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illness

• were not available to do the interview during the survey period

• declined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at the clinic.

Sampling

The patient information for the survey consisted of a list of eligible surgery and endoscopy patients who

attended a general surgery outpatient clinic at one of the 49 in-scope facilities between 1 October 2017 and

31 January 2018. Sampling was conducted monthly.

The list of participating facilities is included in Attachment A.

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where the patient population permitted was

calculated to provide a 95% confidence interval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points

either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%.

For facilities where the expected number of in-scope patients was fewer than the number of patients

needed to achieve the required level of precision or where the number of patients was only marginally

higher, a census was attempted of all in-scope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities. For example, patients

in smaller facilities had a higher probability of being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical

methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selection probabilities.

Pre-approach letter

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A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16

years) informing them of their selection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a

phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provided:

• details of the appointment for which they had been selected

• an assurance of confidentiality, as the information would be collected under the Statistical Returns

Act (1896)

• contact phone numbers where they could receive further information about the survey or change

their contact details.

A flyer with general information for survey participants was also included.

Results

An overview of results for Queensland for the General Surgery OPES 2017-18 are provided in the

Queensland Executive Summary (Attachment A).

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses were weighted and the population estimates reported

together with other facilities, peer groups and the Queensland average, and with comparisons to 2015-16

results (Attachment B). Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses were reported as

raw, unweighted counts (Attachment C). No facility level reports were available for those with fewer than 10

responses, in order to protect respondent confidentiality, however responses are included in peer group

and Queensland results.

A list of participating facilities and the format of their results is provided in Attachment A.

Survey results for each participating facility along with Queensland results were available to HHSs and

Mater Health Services in an online results portal for the identification of local and statewide areas for

improvement. Action plans with initiatives to address these areas have been subsequently developed at the

hospital level.

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Department of Health C-ECTF-18/9094DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL BRIEFING NOTE Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service SUBJECT: 2017-18 Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey facility and statewide results  

☒ Approved

☐ Not approved

☐ Noted

☐ Signed (correspondence)

☐ Further information required (see comments) 

Signature Date 12/10/2018

Dr John Wakefield, Deputy Director-General, Clinical Excellence Division, Department of Health

Comments:

 ACTION REQUIRED BY Friday, 12 October 2018, as survey results are available on the Queensland Health Patient Experience Survey Results Portal for Hospital and Health Services (HHSs) and Mater Health Services.  RECOMMENDATION It is recommended the Deputy Director-General: Approve the 2017-18 Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey

(General Surgery OPES) facility executive summaries (Attachment 1) and statewide executive summary and checkerboard of results (Attachment 2 and 3) for dissemination to HHSs and Mater Health Services.

Sign the memorandum to Health Service Chief Executives regarding the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES facility and statewide results (Attachment 4). 

Sign the memorandum to Central West Health Service Chief Executive and Torres and Cape Health Service Chief Executive regarding the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES statewide results (Attachment 5).

Sign the letter to Mater Health Services Chief Executive Officer regarding the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES facility and statewide results (Attachment 6).

 ISSUES 1. The 2017-18 Queensland Health General Surgery OPES field collection was conducted by the

Queensland Government Statistician’s Office (QGSO) on behalf of the Department of Health. The survey was conducted by telephone interview between late January and mid-April 2018.

2. Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service (PSQIS) engaged Ipsos Public Affairs (Ipsos) for the analysis and online reporting of the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES. Detailed results for the survey will be provided to HHSs via the recently established Queensland Health Patient Experience Survey Results Portal.

3. Ipsos completed the analysis and online reporting for the 2017 Maternity Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey and detailed survey results were provided to HHSs in the secure, interactive online portal for the first time in June 2018.

4. There were a number of concerns from QGSO in the release of telephone survey results to Ipsos for the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES, which were subsequently resolved, and the data released to Ipsos. However, this delay meant that Ipsos did not commence the analysis and reporting of survey results as previously planned, and hence delayed the dissemination of results to HHSs.

5. It is expected that the results from the 2018-19 Maternity Patient Experience Survey will be available to HHSs approximately one month after telephone and online surveying ends, as Ipsos will be conducting both the telephone and online surveying, and the analysis and reporting of survey results. Ipsos will be able to utilise the existing work undertaken in the reporting portal.

6. In relation to the online survey results portal, HHS executives and other personnel previously nominated by HHSs will initially be set up with secure access, and additional staff can be set up with access at any time. A webinar will be conducted to help familiarise users with the portal. The session will be recorded and made available to new users.

7. The attached memorandum (Attachment 4) and letter (Attachment 6) will provide HHSs and Mater Health Services with the statewide executive summary and checkerboard summarising statewide results and 38 facility specific executive summaries (Attachments 1, 2 and 3) as well as details of access to full survey results on the portal.

8. Central West HHS and Torres and Cape HHS had no participating facilities that achieved the minimum of 30 interviews required for a facility to receive an executive summary. A separate memorandum (Attachment 5) provides the Queensland executive summary and checkerboard only.

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Department of Health C-ECTF-18/9094DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL BRIEFING NOTE Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service 9. Survey results will assist HHSs and Mater Health Services in identifying local and statewide areas for

improvement, leading to the development of initiatives to address these areas. Where possible, results from this survey have been compared to the results from the previous survey undertaken in 2015-16.

10. Overall results for Queensland are good, with more than two-thirds of the measures achieving a high result (greater than or equal to 80 per cent). Measures that are very high include: found a seat straight away in the waiting area, did not have difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment, knew to expect treatment during the appointment, medical information was transferred from referring hospital, ‘definitely’ given enough privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated, and ‘definitely’ had confidence and trust in the nurse.

11. Measures requiring improvement include: told reason for wait, advised of expected wait time, offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer if identified as of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island origin, told or saw information about how to provide a compliment or complaint about the care received, seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointment time, staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay.

12. A brief has been submitted to the Minister for Health and Minister for Ambulance Services requesting approval for the publication of the statewide report for the previous 2015-16 Queensland Health General Surgery OPES results (C-ECTF-18/6589).

13. A separate Ministerial brief will be submitted requesting approval for the publication of the statewide results for the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES, after survey results have been discussed with HHSs at the next scheduled Performance Review Meetings.

BACKGROUNDA total of 8,609 interviews were completed of surgery and endoscopy patients who visited general surgery outpatient clinics at one of 49 Queensland public hospitals or multipurpose health services between October 2017 to January 2018. 15. Of the 49 participating facilities:

15.1. 38 achieved at least 30 interviews and will receive an executive summary, online results that include comparisons with other facilities and are included in the checkerboard

15.2. eight had between 10-29 interviews and will receive online results with their own raw data due to limited statistical reliability

15.3. three achieved no interviews. 16. Participating facilities are grouped into five peer groups and will be able to benchmark against their peers. 17. A comparison group comprising responses from parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years

from all participating facilities has been constructed to provide a comparator for the Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital.

18. One facility specific executive summary has been provided as an example for all facilities that had at least 30 interviews (Attachment 1).

19. A list of participating facilities and the format of their results has been provided (Attachment 7). RESULTS OF CONSULTATION 20. Consultation was undertaken with the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES working group regarding the

survey design and questionnaire. Statewide survey results will be presented back to the group and the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee.

RESOURCE/FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS 21. Not applicable. SENSITIVITIES/RISKS 22. There are no sensitivities or risks associated with this brief. ATTACHMENTS 23. Attachment 1: Sample 2017-18 General Surgery OPES facility specific executive summary - PAH

Attachment 2: 2017-18 General Surgery OPES Queensland executive summary Attachment 3: 2017-18 General Surgery OPES checkerboard Attachment 4: Memorandum to HHS Chief Executives Attachment 5: Memorandum to CW HHS and TC HHS Chief Executives Attachment 6: Letter to Mater Health Services Chief Executive Officer Attachment 7: List of participating facilities and results format

Author Name: Deborah Blythe Position: Principal Project Officer Unit: Programs, Survey & Audit Branch: Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service Tel No: Date Drafted: 28 September 2018

Submitted through Name: Jacqueline Daly Position: Manager, Survey & Audit Unit: Programs, Survey & Audit Branch: Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service Tel No: Date Cleared: 28 September 2018

Cleared by (Dir/Snr Dir) Name: Di O’Kane Position: A/ED Branch: Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service Tel No: Date Cleared: 9 October 2018

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Department of Health C-ECTF-18/9094DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL BRIEFING NOTE Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service 

*Note clearance contact is also key contact for brief queries*

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Queensland HealthGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18

Executive summary

Princess Alexandra Hospital

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 307 who visited Princess Alexandra Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patientsfrom late January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 60% for Princess AlexandraHospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 77% 72% 70%

Princess Alexandra Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Princess AlexandraHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

98% 94% 94%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 97% 97%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 97% 94% 94%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

97% 96% 95%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

96% 91% 91%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 92% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 24% 24% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 31% 35% 32%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

34% 37% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

45% 41% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 46% 48% 49%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 72% 78% 79%

Princess Alexandra Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Princess Alexandra Hospital general surgery outpatient clinicreporting the most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

98% 94%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 92%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

95% 90%

Q45 Conflicting information not provided by staff 93% 88%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

92% 85%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

92% 86%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

91% 85%

Q27Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

91% 83%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

88% 84%

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

87% 83%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 77% 70%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

34% 45%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 72% 79%

Princess Alexandra Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with 2015–16This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.The following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients reporting the most favourable* feedback about their experience atPrincess Alexandra Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic in 2017–18 compared with 2015–16.

Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

98% 95%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

95% 88%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

92% 86%

Areas of reduced performance

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 46% 59%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Princess Alexandra HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 6 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

PrincessAlexandraHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld Princess

AlexandraHospital

PrincessAlexandraHospital vs

CSCF Level 6

PrincessAlexandraHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 72% 77% 72% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or conditiongot worse before first appointment

Q4 79% 79% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 86% 87% 81% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 88% 88% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 91% 92% 93% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 92% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 97% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 36% 34% 37% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 30% 31% 35% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than oras long as advised

Q18 82% 89% 85% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 30% 24% 24% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 59% 46% 48% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 97% 98% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 80% 82% 85% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 73% 72% 78% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests inan understandable way

Q27 85% 91% 84% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 87% 91% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 88% 83% 85% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 95% 91% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 87% 91% 86% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 91% 92% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q36 88% 92% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 85% 88% 85% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 86% 92% 87% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons forany care provided in an understandable way

Q40 89% 94% 91% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q41 95% 92% 90% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 91% 96% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in thenurse

Q43 91% 97% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 95% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 85% 87% 84% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 93% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined or treated

Q46 95% 98% 94% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 84% 88% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 78% 79% 78% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (afterthe clinic appointment)

Q51 88% 95% 91% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 75% 89% 81% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 75% 76% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 76% 77% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the carereceived

Q55 44% 45% 41% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients Q60 ~ 61% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 37% 32% -

Measure Question

PrincessAlexandraHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld Princess

AlexandraHospital

PrincessAlexandraHospital vs

CSCF Level 6

PrincessAlexandraHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Princess Alexandra Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Princess Alexandra Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from late January to mid-April 2018. The response ratewas 58% for all facilities in the survey overall.

Overall rating of care

Question QueenslandPercentage of most

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Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 70%

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See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Queensland publicgeneral surgery outpatient clinics.

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Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

95%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 95%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

94%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

94%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 25%

Q61Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

32%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

41%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 49%

Queensland

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Patient experience compared with 2015–16This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.The following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients reporting the most favourable* feedback about their experience atQueensland general surgery outpatient clinic in 2017–18 compared with 2015–16.

Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

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Areas of improved performance

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 95% 91%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

94% 93%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 94% 91%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

90% 88%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

86% 83%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

85% 84%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 85% 84%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 79% 77%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 70% 67%

Areas of reduced performance

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

41% 44%

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Results summary for QueenslandA summary of results with comparison to and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

QueenslandQueensland

2015–16 2017–18

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Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 67% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment Q4 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 84% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent' or 'very good' Q15 83% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referring hospital Q7 93% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment Q9 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointment time Q16 44% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 34% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or as long as advised Q18 83% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 47% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 77% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in an understandable way Q27 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 91% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior to treatment Q30 89% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in an understandable way prior to treatment Q31 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discuss health or medical problem Q33 84% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q36 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers to questions Q37 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examining or treating doctor Q38 84% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any care provided in an understandableway

Q40 92% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q41 91% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers to questions Q42 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 91% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introduced themselves Q44 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated Q46 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment Q47 84% 85%

Given written information about condition or treatment Q50 82% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinic appointment) Q51 88% 90%

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Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usual activities Q52 83% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs to watch for after going home Q53 71% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 73% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide a compliment or complaint about thecare received

Q55 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanderpatients

Q60 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospitalliaison officer

Q61 32% -

Measure Question

QueenslandQueensland

2015–16 2017–18

% mostfav

% mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16

The result for Queensland was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Queensland was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Top 1 to 5 hospitals for measure Bottom 1 to 5 hospitals for measure

* See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses. Figures presented in the table show the percentage of most favourable responses from patients for each measure. Percentages have been rounded to zero decimal places.

CSCF = Clinical Services Capability Framework for Public and Licensed Private Health Facilities (CSCF) v3.2 – Queensland 2014.

Results for measures based on fewer than 20 responses are not displayed.

Q60 and Q61 are not included in the top/bottom ranking as only a small number of facilities had sufficient responses to display.

Where two or more facilities have equal results in 5th rank, they are all coloured. As a result, more than five facilities may be coloured to indicate they are in the top or bottom five.

Results for the following facilities with fewer than 30 interviews are not displayed: Ayr, Biloela, Beaudesert, Charters Towers, Goondiwindi, Ingham, Longreach, Miles, St George and Thursday Island Hospitals; and Cooktown Multipurpose Health Service.

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Overall rating of care Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 70 75 74 77 66 69 71 67 66 68 64 67 71 70 64 75 63 65 64 68 74 74 70 71 67 64 73 72 74 60 65 62 74 78 71 80 72 71 73

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worse before first appointment 78 75 71 79 77 79 76 76 78 74 77 73 80 79 75 76 74 79 74 83 77 84 82 75 75 85 75 82 76 74 74 81 84 84 83 79 84 70 83

Arrival at clinicQ5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 85 88 74 87 83 69 77 80 83 84 87 82 88 89 91 88 87 90 87 95 87 88 91 100 87 87 90 86 75 96 89 88 94 94 84 85 91 95 82

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent' or 'very good' 86 89 89 88 85 89 81 77 81 84 85 86 88 88 83 88 84 80 80 84 90 88 89 94 85 92 86 86 86 80 80 83 88 86 80 91 90 85 85

Referral from another hospital

Q7 Medical information was transferred from referring hospital 94 97 86 92 96 89 95 97 95 100 99 85 91 95 94 89 97 100 97 100 93 91 100 92

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 91 89 90 92 86 93 91 87 91 89 94 91 89 88 90 91 90 92 91 90 94 93 93 100 93 92 97 95 95 94 93 92 95 95 94 99 98 95 83

Before the appointment Q9 Did not have difficulty confirming or rescheduling

appointment 95 96 97 97 93 97 98 89 95 94 96 94 93 94 94 89 98 99 95 93 99 98 97 100 97 98 99 92 96 96 99 98 97 97 98 98 98 98 94

Waiting at the clinic

Q16 Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointment time 45 30 45 34 36 43 41 43 51 45 43 58 39 41 55 59 45 39 37 49 49 59 60 79 62 56 60 54 59 48 67 31 71 55 65 52 72 78 40

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 32 42 35 31 22 21 53 30 20 37 35 22 29 31 29 40 28 44 38 37 41 19 23 40 24 9 14 16 27 36 35 34 37 25

Q18 Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or as long as advised 84 81 77 89 84 77 94 80 65 91 80 78 80 86 90 84 82 84 85 88 90 97 76 83 82 77 92 76

Q19 Told reason for wait 25 22 27 24 23 25 23 23 21 24 26 20 38 25 24 17 25 23 25 29 16 46 23 55 39 23 18 46 16 33 30 43 49 28

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 49 41 64 46 48 49 55 50 41 45 52 52 53 58 47 50 42 47 43 53 44 52 44 57 51 62 55 36 55 56 71 55 61

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 97 98 98 98 95 96 97 97 95 98 94 100 95 98 96 99 96 98 94 98 99 100 100 100 100 100 98 95 100 99 97 99 97 93 100 100 100 98 92

Environment and facilities

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 84 91 89 82 84 86 78 85 77 82 87 85 78 82 85 97 85 78 82 81 90 80 77 90 84 79 88 86 85 88 73 79 78 85 83 93 89 78 75

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 79 83 82 72 72 81 77 81 76 76 87 84 76 74 73 94 78 71 81 72 88 80 68 81 88 80 87 85 84 87 91 88 93 87 77

Tests Q27 Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in an understandable way 83 81 82 91 84 77 85 82 84 83 82 86 84 80 86 87 75 84 82 88 86 85 78 92 84 81 81 64 74 83 87 100 86

Treatments

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 95 95 90 91 92 94 97 96 97 91 84 95 92 97 94 96 95 99 99 100 93 97 97 98 96 88 87 93 88 95 97

Q30 Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior to treatment 87 93 87 83 82 82 87 95 90 82 86 75 91 95 87 85 78 84 87 94 91 90 97 88 92 73 90 80 91 90

Q31 Staff 'definitely' answered questions in an understandable way prior to treatment 90 98 75 91 81 87 87 95 94 94 89 95 97 95 84 93 75 91 87 92 82 88 96 94 91 88 88 97 96 93

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Q33 'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discuss health or medical problem 85 83 85 91 86 82 85 87 80 88 83 94 87 82 86 89 82 80 86 86 85 91 83 86 74 84 81 86 87 90 79 82 87 86 88 87 86 84 84

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Q36 Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say 86 88 89 92 85 82 85 88 85 87 85 93 88 84 85 90 83 81 84 88 85 83 82 95 71 85 86 87 83 87 85 81 83 92 88 94 95 79 85

Q37 Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers to questions 84 85 89 88 81 83 85 80 78 85 84 88 86 80 83 87 79 80 79 85 84 84 78 92 84 77 81 85 80 79 82 82 86 87 87 93 93 83 85

Q38 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examining or treating doctor 85 90 88 92 83 81 86 81 81 88 87 84 84 84 84 88 81 78 81 86 81 87 81 90 73 77 86 85 83 83 80 80 83 90 87 91 88 82 84

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Q40 Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any care provided in an understandable way 93 93 92 94 83 90 95 95 93 90 95 97 94 94 92 97 90 91 93 94 92 94 92 91 95 95 94 91 91 90 95 92 93 94 92

Q41 Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say 92 91 90 92 84 92 93 93 94 93 91 93 89 95 92 95 90 87 90 91 94 85 96 86 95 96 96 88 89 94 89 91 94 91 93

Q42 Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers to questions 91 93 90 96 85 91 92 89 92 93 92 97 88 90 91 94 88 88 85 95 90 88 90 77 87 93 94 84 94 93 89 90 98 90 93

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 94 96 92 97 89 96 93 91 94 96 96 96 92 94 95 96 94 91 88 93 94 88 93 91 98 98 96 94 84 95 91 94 94 85 94

Care and treatment

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 92 90 93 95 87 92 93 93 86 92 93 96 94 91 93 95 89 91 91 95 93 95 92 100 89 92 92 93 95 95 91 93 81 95 93 96 98 89 95

Q44 All staff treating and examining patients introduced themselves 83 84 83 87 87 83 81 82 81 84 79 86 80 82 76 89 81 81 82 83 86 81 85 88 100 81 80 79 79 73 78 86 85 81 83 81 85 66 83

Q45 Conflicting information not provided by staff 88 89 88 93 83 90 85 86 87 85 86 93 90 88 89 89 87 86 86 88 87 87 85 86 88 90 91 87 89 90 85 90 85 91 92 89 91 85 85

Q46 'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated 94 96 94 98 92 94 91 96 93 96 95 96 93 95 94 96 92 92 90 95 94 91 94 93 93 87 91 94 93 97 91 91 84 93 95 93 91 90 96

Q47 'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment 85 87 82 88 80 83 84 83 86 86 86 88 85 85 85 88 82 80 79 87 87 80 82 88 84 90 85 84 88 87 84 83 81 85 87 90 86 82 87

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Q50 Given written information about condition or treatment 80 74 84 79 83 83 73 80 85 77 82 86 82 78 82 81 75 80 79 88 87 82 79 83 92 78 85 89 84 76 77 90 84 89 92 78 62

Q51 Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinic appointment) 90 89 93 95 90 91 91 90 92 88 88 89 88 89 87 92 87 90 92 89 88 85 89 95 54 92 87 88 89 84 77 87 79 91 89 89 92 74 91

Q52 Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usual activities 84 80 73 89 78 88 74 86 91 97 74 91 79 84 89 75 84 78 93 87 75 90 87 78 84 85 91 83

Q53 Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs to watch for after going home 70 65 69 76 65 69 72 72 70 75 73 70 71 67 64 70 67 69 70 76 71 78 68 79 71 77 72 72 67 69 64 73 70 80 74 61 63

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 74 70 72 77 73 75 77 74 76 76 72 69 76 70 79 71 73 72 70 79 72 75 68 70 50 81 74 82 74 75 70 75 77 73 78 79 74 68 69

Feedback Q55 Told or saw information about how to provide a compliment or complaint about the care received 41 34 33 45 41 42 49 43 34 34 47 35 36 45 46 38 46 43 44 52 36 41 48 47 34 57 53 39 47 39 44 43 47 39 34 50 55 41 36

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients’ cultural needs

Q60 Culturally appropriate resources available for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients 64 66 58 81

Q61Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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MEMORANDUM

To: Chief Executive, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Children’s Health Queensland Chief Executive, Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Mackay Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Metro North Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Metro South Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, North West Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, South West Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Townsville Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, West Moreton Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service

From: Dr John Wakefield Deputy Director-General Clinical Excellence Division

Contact No: 3708 5342

Subject: 2017-18 Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey results

File Ref: C-ECTF-18/9094

2017-18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey results I am pleased to advise that the 2017-18 Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey (General Surgery OPES) results for facilities in your Hospital and Health Service (HHS) have been finalised and are available to HHSs via the secure, interactive patient experience survey results online portal. The enclosed Queensland executive summary and checkerboard present statewide results for Queensland and all facilities that achieved at least 30 interviews with patients and parents/guardians of patients less than 16 years of age. Executive summaries for participating facilities in your HHS with at least 30 interviews are also enclosed, and present facility specific highlights of patient experience in the general surgery outpatient clinic.

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I apologise for the delay in providing results, however, as Ipsos Public Affairs will be conducting both the telephone and online surveying, and the analysis and reporting of survey results for the 2018-19 Maternity Patient Experience Survey, it is expected that results will be available to HHSs approximately one month after telephone and online surveying ends, as they will be able to utilise the existing work already undertaken in the reporting portal. Queensland Health Patient Experience Survey Results Portal The General Surgery OPES results are now available on the Queensland Health Patient Experience Survey Results Portal. The type of results available for each of the participating facilities is also enclosed. HHS executives, Directors of Clinical Governance, Directors of Safety and Quality and survey contacts previously nominated by the HHS have been set up with secure access to the portal and will receive an email from [email protected] with access details. Additional staff requiring access to survey results for facilities within the HHS can email their request to [email protected]. Webinar training for portal users A one-hour webinar will be conducted to provide a demonstration of how to access survey results and navigate the portal. The webinar will be recorded and made available for portal users to view at any time. The webinar is scheduled to occur at 1pm-2pm, 24 October 2018. Portal users who would like to join the webinar are invited to email [email protected] to receive log in information. 2017–18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey background The 2017-18 General Surgery OPES was conducted between late January and mid-April 2018 with a total of 8,609 interviews of patients and parents/guardians of patients less than 16 years of age, who attended a general surgery outpatient clinic appointment between October 2017 and January 2018. It is anticipated that survey results will assist in identifying areas for improvement at local and statewide levels, informing the development of initiatives to address these areas. Comparison with the 2015-16 results may also assist in the evaluation of quality improvement actions implemented as a result of the previous survey. A discussion of the survey results and actions will occur at an upcoming Performance Review Meeting in coming months. HHSs will be advised in advance of the meeting in which this item will be discussed. Publication of Queensland results It is anticipated that the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES statewide report will be published on the Queensland Health Hospital Performance internet site (under Patient Experience). RTI R

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For more information The Department of Health is committed to working with Chief Executives in a facilitative way to ensure appropriate communication strategies are in place. If you wish to discuss this matter further in relation to patient experience surveys, please liaise directly with our contact officer, Ms Di O’Kane, Executive Director, Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service, on telephone or email [email protected]. Yours sincerely

Dr JOHN WAKEFIELD PSM Deputy Director-General Clinical Excellence Division 12 / 10 / 2018

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MEMORANDUM

To: Chief Executive, Central West Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive, Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service

From: Dr John Wakefield Deputy Director-General Clinical Excellence Division

Contact No: 3708 5342

Subject: 2017-18 Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey results

File Ref: C-ECTF-18/9094

2017-18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey results I am pleased to advise that the 2017-18 Queensland Health General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey (General Surgery OPES) results for facilities in your Hospital and Health Service (HHS) have been finalised and are available to HHSs via the secure, interactive patient experience survey results online portal. The enclosed Queensland executive summary presents highlights of patient experience in general surgery outpatient clinics across the state, and the enclosed checkerboard summarises results for Queensland and all facilities that achieved at least 30 interviews. Executive summaries for participating facilities with at least 30 interviews have been prepared and distributed to HHSs. Unfortunately, no participating facilities from Central West HHS and Torres and Cape HHS achieved at least 30 interviews. However, all survey results are included in Queensland and peer group results. Cooktown Multipurpose Health Service received 10-29 completed interviews and raw unweighted counts will be available for this facility on the reporting portal. I apologise for the delay in providing results, however, as Ipsos Public Affairs will be conducting both the telephone and online surveying, and the analysis and reporting of survey results for the 2018-19 Maternity Patient Experience Survey, it is expected that results will be available to HHSs approximately one month after telephone and online surveying ends, as they will be able to utilise the existing work already undertaken in the reporting portal.

Queensland Health Patient Experience Survey Results Portal The General Surgery OPES results are now available on the Queensland Health Patient Experience Survey Results Portal. The type of results available for each of the participating facilities is also enclosed.

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HHS executives, Directors of Clinical Governance, Directors of Safety and Quality and survey contacts previously nominated by the HHS have been set up with secure access to the portal and will receive an email from [email protected] with access details. Additional staff requiring access to survey results for facilities within the HHS can email their request to [email protected]. Webinar training for portal users A one-hour webinar will be conducted to provide a demonstration of how to access survey results and navigate the portal. The webinar will be recorded and made available for portal users to view at any time. The webinar is scheduled to occur at 1pm-2pm, 24 October 2018. Portal users who would like to join the webinar are invited to email [email protected] to receive log in information. 2017-18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey background The 2017-18 General Surgery OPES was conducted between late January and mid-April 2018 with a total of 8,609 interviews of patients and parents/guardians of patients less than 16 years of age, who attended a general surgery outpatient clinic appointment between October 2017 and January 2018. It is anticipated that survey results will assist in identifying areas for improvement at local and statewide levels, informing the development of initiatives to address these areas. Comparison with the 2015-16 results may also assist in the evaluation of quality improvement actions implemented as a result of the previous survey. Publication of Queensland results It is anticipated that the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES statewide report will be published on the Queensland Health Hospital Performance internet site (under Patient Experience). For more information The Department of Health is committed to working with Chief Executives in a facilitative way to ensure appropriate communication strategies are in place. If you wish to discuss this matter further in relation to patient experience surveys, please liaise directly with our contact officer, Ms Di O’Kane, Executive Director, Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service, on telephone or email [email protected]. Yours sincerely

DR JOHN WAKEFIELD PSM Deputy Director-General Clinical Excellence Division 12 / 10 / 2018

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Office Postal Phone Email Department of Health Level 14 33 Charlotte Street BRISBANE QLD 4000

GPO Box 48 BRISBANE QLD 4001

(07) 3708 5342 [email protected]

Enquiries to: Di O’Kane Executive Director

Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service

Telephone: (07) File Ref: C-ECTF-18/9094

Professor John Prins Acting Group Chief Executive Officer Mater Health Services Raymond Terrace SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101 Email: [email protected] Dear Professor Prins 2017-18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey results I am pleased to advise that the 2017-18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey (General Surgery OPES) results for the Mater Adult Hospital have been finalised and are available via the secure, interactive patient experience survey results online portal. An executive summary for the Mater Adult Hospital is enclosed and presents facility specific highlights of patient experience in the general surgery outpatient clinic. The enclosed Queensland executive summary and checkerboard also presents statewide results for all facilities that achieved at least 30 interviews with patients and parents/guardians of patients less than 16 years of age. I apologise for the delay in providing results, however, as Ipsos Public Affairs will be conducting both the telephone and online surveying, and the analysis and reporting of survey results for the 2018-19 Maternity Patient Experience Survey, it is expected that results will be available to Hospital and Health Services approximately one month after telephone and online surveying ends, as they will be able to utilise the existing work already undertaken in the reporting portal. Queensland Health Patient Experience Survey Results Portal The General Surgery OPES results are now available on the Queensland Health Patient Experience Survey Results Portal. In addition to yourself, Dr Clare Morgan, Mr Callan Battley, Sean Hubbard, Dan Pocock, Tina Luton, Maree Johnson, Catherine Pickering, Dr Michael Beckman and Maree Reynolds have been initially set up with access to the portal and will receive an email from [email protected] with access details. Additional staff requiring access to survey results can email their request to [email protected]. RTI R

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Webinar training for portal users A one-hour webinar will be conducted to provide a demonstration of how to access survey results and navigate the portal. The webinar will be recorded webinar and made available for portal users to view at any time. The webinar is scheduled to occur at 1pm-2pm, 24 October 2018. Portal users who would like to join a webinar are invited to email [email protected] to receive log in information. 2017-18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey background The 2017-18 General Surgery OPES was conducted between late January and mid-April 2018 with a total of 8,609 interviews of patients and parents/guardians of patients less than 16 years of age, who attended a general surgery outpatient clinic appointment between October 2017 and January 2018. It is anticipated that survey results will assist in identifying areas for improvement at local and statewide levels, informing the development of initiatives to address these areas. Comparison with the 2015-16 results may also assist in the evaluation of quality improvement actions implemented as a result of the previous survey. To assist hospitals in benchmarking against their peers, individual hospitals have been identified in the online results. Publication of Queensland results It is anticipated that the 2017-18 General Surgery OPES statewide report will be published on the Queensland Health Hospital Performance internet site (under Patient Experience). For more information If you require further information about patient experience surveys or wish to provide feedback, please contact Ms Di O’Kane, Executive Director, Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Service, on telephone 07 or via email [email protected]. Yours sincerely

Dr JOHN WAKEFIELD PSM Deputy Director-General Clinical Excellence Division 12 / 10 / 2018

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2017–18 General Surgery OPES participating hospitals’ results format

HHS / Organisation Facility Results format * Included in Checkerboard and Executive summary available

Cairns and Hinterland Atherton Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Cairns Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Innisfail Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Mareeba Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Central Queensland Biloela Hospital Unweighted counts

- Emerald Hospital Weighted estimates

Weighted estimates

Y Gladstone Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Rockhampton Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Central West Longreach Hospital No interviews

-

Children’s Health Queensland

Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital Weighted estimates Y

Darling Downs Chinchilla Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Dalby Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Goondiwindi Hospital Unweighted counts

- Kingaroy Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Miles Hospital Unweighted counts - Stanthorpe Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Toowoomba Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Warwick Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Gold Coast Gold Coast University Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Y Robina Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Mackay Mackay Base Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Proserpine Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Metro North Caboolture Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Redcliffe Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital

Weighted estimates Weighted estimates

Y The Prince Charles Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Metro South Beaudesert Hospital No interviews

- Logan Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Princess Alexandra Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Redland hospital Weighted estimates

Y North West Mount Isa Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

South West Charleville Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Roma Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

St George Hospital Unweighted counts

- Sunshine Coast Gympie Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Nambour General Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Sunshine Coast University Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Torres and Cape Cooktown Multi Purpose Health Service

Unweighted counts

- Thursday Island Hospital No interviews

-

Townsville Ayr Hospital Unweighted counts

- Charters Towers Hospital Unweighted counts

-

Ingham Hospital Unweighted counts

- The Townsville Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

2017–18 General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey Attachment 7

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2017–18 General Surgery OPES participating hospitals’ results format continued

HHS / Organisation Facility Results format * Included in Checkerboard and Executive summary available

West Moreton Ipswich Hospital Weighted estimates

Y Wide Bay Bundaberg Hospital Weighted estimates

Weighted estimates

Y Hervey Bay Hospital Weighted estimates

Weighted estimates

Y Maryborough Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

Mater Health Services Mater Adult Hospital Weighted estimates

Y

*Results format • Weighted estimates – detailed results available on the portal with population estimates for all measures that achieved at

least 20 responses • Unweighted counts – raw counts available on the portal for all measures that achieved at least 5 responses • No individual results – results incorporated in peer and statewide results only • No interviews – no interviews achieved

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Executive summary

Atherton Hospital

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 72 who visited Atherton Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 63% for Atherton Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 74% 71% 70%

Atherton Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Atherton Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 96% 95%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 93% 92%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

94% 93% 93%

Q35Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

94% 89% 88%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 93% 94% 91%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 19% 27% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

41% 44% 41%

Q19 Told reason for wait 46% 32% 25%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 52% 51% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

59% 58% 45%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 74% 71% 70%

Atherton Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Atherton Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

59% 45%

Q19 Told reason for wait 46% 25%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with fewer patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

Atherton Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with 2015–16This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.The following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients reporting the most favourable* feedback about their experience atAtherton Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic in 2017–18 compared with 2015–16.

Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 91%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

88% 72%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 88% 71%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Atherton Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Atherton HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

AthertonHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

AthertonHospital

AthertonHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

AthertonHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 62% 74% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 76% 84% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 71% 88% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 72% 88% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 93% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 98% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 59% 59% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 19% 27% 32% -

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 46% 32% 25% -

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 52% 51% 49% -

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 91% 100% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 81% 80% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 61% 80% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 85% 82% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 ~ 96% 95% -

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 ~ 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 ~ 93% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 94% 91% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 94% 89% 88% -

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 95% 83% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 91% 84% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 91% 87% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 87% 94% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 89% 85% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 88% 91% 91% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 89% 88% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 95% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 74% 81% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 87% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 88% 91% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 83% 80% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 91% 82% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 76% 85% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 82% 78% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 78% 75% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 38% 41% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

AthertonHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

AthertonHospital

AthertonHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

AthertonHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Atherton Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Atherton Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summary

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 305 who visited Cairns Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 55% for Cairns Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 67% 68% 70%

Cairns Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Cairns Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

97% 94% 94%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 97% 97% 97%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

96% 95% 94%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 96% 94% 95%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

95% 94% 93%

Q30Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

95% 88% 87%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 23% 25% 25%

Q61Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

27% 38% 32%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 30% 30% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

43% 40% 41%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

43% 47% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 50% 50% 49%

Cairns Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Cairns Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with more patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

77% 86%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 80% 85%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 87% 91%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

89% 95%

Cairns Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with 2015–16This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.The following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients reporting the most favourable* feedback about their experience atCairns Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic in 2017–18 compared with 2015–16.

Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

96% 90%

Q30Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

95% 84%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

87% 77%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 81% 69%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 80% 68%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 74% 67%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Cairns Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Cairns HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 5 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

CairnsHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

CairnsHospital

CairnsHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

CairnsHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 61% 67% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 77% 76% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 68% 80% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent' or'very good'

Q15 74% 77% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 93% 97% 94% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 87% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 89% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointment time Q16 35% 43% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 36% 30% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or as longas advised

Q18 77% 80% 81% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 24% 23% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 51% 50% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 93% 97% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 85% 85% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 69% 81% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 82% 82% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 86% 96% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior totreatment

Q30 84% 95% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 88% 95% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 77% 87% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons for surgery,procedure, or referral in an understandable way

Q35 84% 85% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q36 82% 88% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 81% 80% 83% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examining ortreating doctor

Q38 81% 81% 84% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any careprovided in an understandable way

Q40 91% 95% 94% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q41 91% 93% 92% 92%

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Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 91% 89% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 88% 91% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 89% 93% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 79% 82% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 86% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussing careor being examined or treated

Q46 90% 96% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 78% 83% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition or treatment Q50 78% 80% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinicappointment)

Q51 92% 90% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usual activities Q52 76% 86% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 68% 72% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 67% 74% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 44% 43% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 27% 38% 32% -

Measure Question

CairnsHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

CairnsHospital

CairnsHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

CairnsHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Cairns Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Cairns Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 99 who visited Innisfail Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 59% for Innisfail Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 60% 71% 70%

Innisfail Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

100% 96% 94%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 99% 98% 97%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

97% 93% 94%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

96% 96% 95%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 96% 88% 85%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 93% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 14% 27% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 18% 32% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

39% 44% 41%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

48% 58% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 55% 51% 49%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 60% 71% 70%

Innisfail Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Innisfail Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 96% 85%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 14% 32%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 60% 70%

Q27Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

64% 83%

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

73% 83%

Innisfail Hospital Rest of Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

There are no areas where Innisfail Hospital showed improved performance

Areas of reduced performance

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

80% 93%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 85% 98%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

InnisfailHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

InnisfailHospital

Innisfail Hospitalvs CSCF Levels

2 and 3

InnisfailHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 66% 60% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 76% 74% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 89% 96% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 93% 80% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 100% 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 94% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 96% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 39% 48% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 17% 14% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 26% 18% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 36% 55% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 98% 99% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 91% 88% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 98% 85% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 71% 64% 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 95% ~ 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 ~ 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 ~ 93% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 85% 90% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 95% 87% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 86% 87% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 82% 79% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 84% 83% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 95% 91% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 88% 88% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 83% 84% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 88% 94% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 95% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 73% 73% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 90% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 95% 97% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 81% 87% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 84% 84% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 82% 84% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 62% 72% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 74% 75% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 42% 39% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

InnisfailHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

InnisfailHospital

Innisfail Hospitalvs CSCF Levels

2 and 3

InnisfailHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Innisfail Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 32 who visited Mareeba Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 50% for Mareeba Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 74% 71% 70%

Mareeba Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Mareeba Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 97% 98% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

97% 96% 95%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 95% 94% 91%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 94% 88% 85%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

88% 87% 86%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

87% 85% 85%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

47% 44% 41%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

64% 72% 70%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

71% 58% 45%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 74% 71% 70%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 77% 74% 74%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 78% 83% 84%

Mareeba Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

71% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

79% 90%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 81% 92%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

84% 94%

Mareeba Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

MareebaHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

MareebaHospital

MareebaHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

MareebaHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 74% 71% 70% -

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 84% 81% 78% -

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 94% 88% 85% -

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 88% 87% 86% -

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 95% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 97% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 71% 58% 45% -

Advised of expected wait time Q17 ~ 27% 32% -

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 ~ 32% 25% -

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 ~ 51% 49% -

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 97% 98% 97% -

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 78% 83% 84% -

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 ~ 81% 79% -

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 ~ 82% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 ~ 96% 95% -

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 ~ 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 ~ 93% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 87% 85% 85% -

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 ~ 89% 88% -

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 83% 86% 86% -

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 86% 84% 84% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 83% 84% 85% -

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 ~ 93% 93% -

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 ~ 94% 92% -

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 ~ 91% 91% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 ~ 94% 94% -

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 81% 93% 92% -

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 85% 82% 83% -

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 85% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 84% 93% 94% -

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 81% 85% 85% -

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 ~ 83% 80% -

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 79% 87% 90% -

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 64% 72% 70% -

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 77% 74% 74% -

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 47% 44% 41% -

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

MareebaHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

MareebaHospital

MareebaHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

MareebaHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Mareeba Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Mareeba Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 159 who visited Emerald Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 61% for Emerald Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 73% 71% 70%

Emerald Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Emerald Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

100% 96% 94%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

99% 96% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 98% 97%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 98% 94% 94%

Q30Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

97% 88% 87%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 97% 96% 95%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 40% 27% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

53% 44% 41%

Q19 Told reason for wait 55% 32% 25%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 57% 51% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

60% 58% 45%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

71% 72% 70%

Emerald Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Emerald Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

99% 95%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 97% 91%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

60% 45%

Q19 Told reason for wait 55% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

53% 41%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with fewer patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

Emerald Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 98% 88%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 88% 77%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

86% 73%

Q47'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

85% 71%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Emerald Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

EmeraldHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

EmeraldHospital

EmeraldHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

EmeraldHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 60% 73% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 70% 75% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 94% 90% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 78% 86% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 100% 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 97% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 99% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 61% 60% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 36% 40% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 76% 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 44% 55% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 59% 57% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 100% 98% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 77% 88% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 90% 88% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 84% 82% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 80% 97% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 82% 97% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 96% 96% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 77% 81% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 76% 89% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 73% 86% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 72% 81% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 78% 86% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 100% 95% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 92% 95% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 92% 87% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 88% 98% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 85% 92% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 74% 80% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 91% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 86% 91% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 71% 85% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 87% 78% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 80% 87% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 82% 90% 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 71% 71% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 68% 74% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 47% 53% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

EmeraldHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

EmeraldHospital

EmeraldHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

EmeraldHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Emerald Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Emerald Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 308 who visited Gladstone Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 50% for Gladstone Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 72% 71% 70%

Gladstone Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Gladstone Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 98% 96% 95%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 98% 94% 94%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

96% 94% 92%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 95% 98% 97%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 95% 94% 91%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

95% 93% 93%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 24% 27% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

39% 44% 41%

Q19 Told reason for wait 39% 32% 25%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 51% 51% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

54% 58% 45%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 72% 71% 70%

Gladstone Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Gladstone Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 98% 94%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

96% 92%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 95% 91%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 82% 74%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

77% 70%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

54% 45%

Q19 Told reason for wait 39% 25%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 24% 32%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

92% 95%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 98% 92%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 86% 75%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

86% 78%

Q4Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

82% 73%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 82% 74%

Q19 Told reason for wait 39% 26%

Areas of reduced performance

Q30Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

88% 98%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 95% 99%

2017–18 2015–16

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Results summary for Gladstone HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

GladstoneHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

GladstoneHospital

GladstoneHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

GladstoneHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 67% 72% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 73% 82% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 80% 86% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 78% 86% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 95% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 92% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 50% 54% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 31% 24% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than oras long as advised

Q18 72% 83% 88% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 26% 39% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 49% 51% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 99% 95% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 75% 86% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 71% 80% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests inan understandable way

Q27 83% 81% 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointmentQ29 93% 98% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 98% 88% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 90% 94% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 84% 86% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 87% 89% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q36 85% 87% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 85% 85% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 81% 85% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 92% 95% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 92% 96% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 93% 93% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 92% 98% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 93% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 75% 79% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 87% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 93% 94% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 86% 84% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 88% 85% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 89% 88% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 82% 87% 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 74% 77% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 74% 82% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received Q55 45% 39% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

GladstoneHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

GladstoneHospital

GladstoneHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

GladstoneHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Gladstone Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Gladstone Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 305 who visited Rockhampton Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 51% for Rockhampton Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 68% 70%

Rockhampton Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at RockhamptonHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 96% 97% 97%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 95% 94% 94%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 94% 94% 95%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

94% 93% 95%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

94% 95% 94%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 93% 92% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 24% 25% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 29% 30% 32%

Q61Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

38% 38% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

46% 40% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 47% 50% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

55% 47% 45%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Rockhampton Hospital general surgery outpatient clinicreporting the most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 91% 85%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 79% 74%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

55% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 70%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 73% 79%

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

76% 83%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 95% 88%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 91% 83%

Q47'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

85% 78%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 54%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

55% 37%

Areas of reduced performance

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 29% 49%

2017–18 2015–16

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Results summary for Rockhampton HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 5 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

RockhamptonHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

RockhamptonHospital

RockhamptonHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

RockhamptonHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 54% 64% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms orcondition got worse before first appointment

Q4 71% 75% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 83% 91% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 78% 83% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 91% 91% 94% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 90% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 94% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 37% 55% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 49% 29% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter thanor as long as advised

Q18 88% 90% 81% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 27% 24% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutesdelay

Q21 45% 47% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waitingarea

Q23 96% 96% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 79% 85% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 66% 73% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of testsin an understandable way

Q27 78% 86% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 89% 94% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what wouldhappen prior to treatment

Q30 84% 87% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 89% 84% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 81% 86% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasonsfor surgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 85% 88% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q36 83% 85% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 81% 83% 83% 84%

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'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 78% 84% 84% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons forany care provided in an understandable way

Q40 91% 92% 94% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q41 90% 92% 92% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 85% 91% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in thenurse

Q43 88% 95% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 89% 93% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 77% 76% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 89% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined ortreated

Q46 92% 94% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 78% 85% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 76% 82% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (afterthe clinic appointment)

Q51 87% 87% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resumeusual activities

Q52 77% 84% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 66% 64% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leavingthe clinic

Q54 74% 79% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to providea compliment or complaint about the carereceived

Q55 45% 46% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanderpatients

Q60 58% 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospitalliaison officer

Q61 38% 38% 32% -

Measure Question

RockhamptonHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

RockhamptonHospital

RockhamptonHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

RockhamptonHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Rockhampton Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 216 who visited Lady Cilento Children's Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted withpatients from late January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 54% for Lady CilentoChildren's Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 73% 72% 70%

Lady Cilento Children's Hospital All < 16 years Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Lady CilentoChildren's Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 97% 98% 95%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

96% 96% 94%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 95% 92%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 94% 95% 94%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

94% 95% 95%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

93% 93% 90%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 25% 29% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 28% 27% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

36% 39% 41%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

40% 45% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 61% 53% 49%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

62% 64% 80%

Lady Cilento Children's Hospital All < 16 years Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 61% 49%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

62% 80%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 75% 84%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 83% 91%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 92% 97%

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Patient experience compared with 2015–16This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.The following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients reporting the most favourable* feedback about their experience atLady Cilento Children's Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic in 2017–18 compared with 2015–16.

Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 82% 70%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 61% 48%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Lady Cilento Children's Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

Lady CilentoChildren'sHospital

All <16

yearsQld Lady

CilentoChildren'sHospital

Lady CilentoChildren's

Hospital vs All <16 years

Lady CilentoChildren'sHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 70% 73% 72% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms orcondition got worse before first appointment

Q4 78% 83% 80% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 70% 82% 81% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 79% 85% 83% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 84% 92% 93% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 83% 86% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 94% 95% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 48% 40% 45% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 23% 25% 29% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter thanor as long as advised

Q18 76% 76% 80% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 24% 28% 27% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutesdelay

Q21 48% 61% 53% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waitingarea

Q23 87% 92% 94% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 77% 75% 77% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 76% 77% 75% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of testsin an understandable way

Q27 84% 86% 86% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 90% 97% 98% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what wouldhappen prior to treatment

Q30 85% 90% 92% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 89% 93% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 81% 84% 84% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasonsfor surgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 83% 88% 86% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q36 86% 85% 85% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 83% 85% 84% 84%

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'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 87% 84% 85% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons forany care provided in an understandable way

Q40 91% 92% 95% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q41 88% 93% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 87% 93% 93% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in thenurse

Q43 89% 94% 95% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 94% 95% 95% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 81% 83% 83% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staffQ45 85% 86% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined ortreated

Q46 94% 96% 96% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 88% 87% 88% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 65% 62% 64% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (afterthe clinic appointment)

Q51 88% 91% 90% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resumeusual activities

Q52 84% 83% 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 70% 63% 67% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leavingthe clinic

Q54 68% 69% 73% 74%

Told or saw information about how toprovide a compliment or complaint about thecare received

Q55 31% 36% 39% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources availablefor Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanderpatients

Q60 ~ 70% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospitalliaison officer

Q61 ~ 18% 32% -

Measure Question

Lady CilentoChildren'sHospital

All <16

yearsQld Lady

CilentoChildren'sHospital

Lady CilentoChildren's

Hospital vs All <16 years

Lady CilentoChildren'sHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Lady Cilento Children's Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Lady Cilento Children's Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 37 who visited Chinchilla Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 55% for Chinchilla Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 71% 71% 70%

Chinchilla Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Chinchilla Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 100% 88% 85%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 100% 94% 91%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

100% 96% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 100% 93% 92%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

95% 87% 90%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

47% 44% 41%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 70% 74% 74%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 71% 71% 70%

Q4Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

75% 81% 78%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

79% 58% 45%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

83% 83% 80%

Chinchilla Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 100% 85%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

79% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with fewer patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

Chinchilla Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Chinchilla HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

ChinchillaHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

ChinchillaHospital

ChinchillaHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

ChinchillaHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 71% 71% 70% -

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 75% 81% 78% -

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 100% 88% 85% -

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 94% 87% 86% -

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 100% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 100% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 79% 58% 45% -

Advised of expected wait time Q17 ~ 27% 32% -

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 ~ 32% 25% -

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 ~ 51% 49% -

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 100% 98% 97% -

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 90% 83% 84% -

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 ~ 81% 79% -

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 ~ 82% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during the appointmentQ29 ~ 96% 95% -

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 ~ 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 ~ 93% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 86% 85% 85% -

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 ~ 89% 88% -

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 95% 86% 86% -

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 92% 84% 84% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 90% 84% 85% -

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 ~ 93% 93% -

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 ~ 94% 92% -

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 ~ 91% 91% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 ~ 94% 94% -

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 100% 93% 92% -

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 88% 82% 83% -

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 86% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 93% 93% 94% -

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 88% 85% 85% -

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 83% 83% 80% -

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 95% 87% 90% -

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 ~ 72% 70% -

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 70% 74% 74% -

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received Q55 47% 44% 41% -

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

ChinchillaHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

ChinchillaHospital

ChinchillaHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

ChinchillaHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Chinchilla Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Chinchilla Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 71% 70%

Dalby Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Dalby Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 96% 95%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

92% 87% 86%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 92% 94% 91%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 92% 93% 92%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

92% 87% 90%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

56% 58% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

57% 44% 41%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 71% 70%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

77% 84% 85%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

77% 91% 91%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

77% 84% 84%

Dalby Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

57% 41%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

77% 91%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

87% 94%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

DalbyHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

DalbyHospital

Dalby Hospitalvs CSCF Levels

2 and 3

DalbyHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 64% 71% 70% -

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 85% 81% 78% -

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 87% 88% 85% -

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 92% 87% 86% -

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 92% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 98% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 56% 58% 45% -

Advised of expected wait time Q17 ~ 27% 32% -

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 ~ 32% 25% -

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 ~ 51% 49% -

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 100% 98% 97% -

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 79% 83% 84% -

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 81% 81% 79% -

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 92% 82% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 ~ 96% 95% -

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 ~ 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 ~ 93% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 84% 85% 85% -

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

Q35 89% 89% 88% -

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 85% 86% 86% -

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 77% 84% 84% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 77% 84% 85% -

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 91% 93% 93% -

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 86% 94% 92% -

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 77% 91% 91% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 91% 94% 94% -

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 93% 92% -

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 81% 82% 83% -

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 90% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 87% 93% 94% -

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 90% 85% 85% -

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 92% 83% 80% -

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 92% 87% 90% -

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 79% 72% 70% -

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 81% 74% 74% -

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 57% 44% 41% -

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

DalbyHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

DalbyHospital

Dalby Hospitalvs CSCF Levels

2 and 3

DalbyHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Dalby Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 75 who visited Kingaroy Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 71% for Kingaroy Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 65% 71% 70%

Kingaroy Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Kingaroy Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

99% 96% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 97% 98% 97%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

94% 91% 91%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 93% 94% 91%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

91% 93% 93%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 91% 93% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 16% 27% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

44% 44% 41%

Q19 Told reason for wait 46% 32% 25%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 65% 71% 70%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

67% 72% 70%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

67% 58% 45%

Kingaroy Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Kingaroy Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

67% 45%

Q19 Told reason for wait 46% 25%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 73% 84%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

77% 90%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 84% 94%

Kingaroy Hospital Rest of Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with 2015–16This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.The following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients reporting the most favourable* feedback about their experience atKingaroy Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic in 2017–18 compared with 2015–16.

Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most favourable

responses

Areas of improved performance

There are no areas where Kingaroy Hospital showed improved performance

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Kingaroy Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Kingaroy HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

KingaroyHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

KingaroyHospital

KingaroyHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

KingaroyHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 64% 65% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 88% 74% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 94% 89% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 87% 80% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 93% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 99% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 55% 67% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 16% 27% 32% -

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 46% 32% 25% -

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 ~ 51% 49% -

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 97% 97% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 61% 73% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 84% 81% 79% -

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 ~ 82% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 ~ 96% 95% -

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 ~ 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 ~ 93% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 86% 79% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 90% 89% 88% -

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 91% 85% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 95% 82% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 91% 80% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 91% 93% 93% -

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 89% 94% 92% -

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 94% 91% 91% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 84% 94% 94% -

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 95% 91% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 83% 78% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 85% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 97% 91% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 92% 84% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 77% 76% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 88% 77% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 67% 67% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 69% 70% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 59% 44% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

KingaroyHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

KingaroyHospital

KingaroyHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

KingaroyHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Kingaroy Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Kingaroy Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 96 who visited Stanthorpe Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 67% for Stanthorpe Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 72% 71% 70%

Stanthorpe Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q27Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

100% 82% 83%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 98% 94% 91%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 96% 95%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 98% 93% 92%

Q35Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

98% 89% 88%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 37% 27% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 49% 32% 25%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 55% 51% 49%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

55% 44% 41%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 72% 71% 70%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

72% 58% 45%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Stanthorpe Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q27Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

100% 83%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 98% 91%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 98% 92%

Q35Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

98% 88%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

95% 86%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

93% 84%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

92% 80%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

72% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

55% 41%

Q19 Told reason for wait 49% 25%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 85% 94%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

72% 49%

Areas of reduced performance

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

91% 99%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Stanthorpe HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

StanthorpeHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

StanthorpeHospital

StanthorpeHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

StanthorpeHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 84% 72% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or conditiongot worse before first appointment

Q4 79% 84% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 90% 91% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 88% 90% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 98% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 98% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 49% 72% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 16% 37% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than oras long as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 35% 49% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 48% 55% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 100% 100% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 90% 89% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 88% 87% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests inan understandable way

Q27 95% 100% 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 85% 95% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 91% 91% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 90% ~ 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 90% 86% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 100% 98% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q36 95% 95% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 92% 93% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 94% 88% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 98% 94% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q41 94% 91% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 96% 90% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 96% 85% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 99% 98% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 90% 85% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 91% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined or treated

Q46 99% 91% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 95% 86% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 94% 92% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 83% 92% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 86% 74% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 87% 74% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the carereceived

Q55 55% 55% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

StanthorpeHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

StanthorpeHospital

StanthorpeHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

StanthorpeHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

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The result for Stanthorpe Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 305 who visited Toowoomba Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 58% for Toowoomba Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 63% 68% 70%

Toowoomba Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at ToowoombaHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 93% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 96% 97% 97%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 95% 94% 95%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 94% 94% 94%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

94% 94% 94%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

92% 95% 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 25% 25% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 28% 30% 32%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 42% 50% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

45% 47% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

46% 40% 41%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 63% 68% 70%

Toowoomba Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Toowoomba Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 95%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 63% 70%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

75% 90%

Q27Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

75% 83%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

79% 84%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 89% 92%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

There are no areas where Toowoomba Hospital showed improved performance

Areas of reduced performance

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

46% 57%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

75% 84%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 89% 94%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Toowoomba HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 5 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

ToowoombaHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

ToowoombaHospital

ToowoombaHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

ToowoombaHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 63% 63% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 78% 74% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 86% 87% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 83% 84% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 91% 94% 94% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 90% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 98% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 39% 45% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 30% 28% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 86% 82% 81% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 23% 25% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 41% 42% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 97% 96% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 84% 85% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 76% 78% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 78% 75% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointmentQ29 94% 95% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 84% 78% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 77% 75% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 78% 82% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 84% 88% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 81% 83% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 75% 79% 83% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 83% 81% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 93% 90% 94% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 91% 90% 92% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 88% 88% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 94% 94% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 94% 89% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 78% 81% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 87% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 91% 92% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 77% 82% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 84% 75% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 88% 87% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 76% 75% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 68% 67% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 79% 73% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received Q55 57% 46% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 38% 32% -

Measure Question

ToowoombaHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

ToowoombaHospital

ToowoombaHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

ToowoombaHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Toowoomba Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Toowoomba Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 71% 71% 70%

Warwick Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Warwick Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 96% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 98% 97%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 95% 88% 85%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 95% 94% 91%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

90% 93% 94%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 89% 93% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

41% 44% 41%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

61% 72% 70%

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

66% 82% 83%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 68% 74% 74%

Q4Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

70% 81% 78%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 71% 71% 70%

Warwick Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Warwick Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

78% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

66% 83%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

74% 90%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

There are no areas where Warwick Hospital showed improved performance

Areas of reduced performance

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 68% 100%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

79% 97%

2017–18 2015–16

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

WarwickHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

WarwickHospital

WarwickHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

WarwickHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 72% 71% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 82% 70% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 93% 95% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 74% 85% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 95% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 98% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 63% 78% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 ~ 27% 32% -

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 ~ 32% 25% -

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 ~ 51% 49% -

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 100% 98% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 87% 78% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 ~ 81% 79% -

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 ~ 82% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 ~ 96% 95% -

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 ~ 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 ~ 93% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 96% 84% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 ~ 89% 88% -

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 97% 79% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 94% 83% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 88% 82% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 ~ 93% 93% -

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 87% ~ 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 ~ 91% 91% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 82% ~ 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 90% 89% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 71% 66% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 85% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 90% 90% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 95% 82% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 97% 78% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 90% 74% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 79% 61% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 100% 68% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 58% 41% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

WarwickHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

WarwickHospital

WarwickHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

WarwickHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Warwick Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Warwick Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 75% 72% 70%

Gold Coast University Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 97% 97%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

98% 88% 90%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

97% 93% 94%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 94% 94%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

96% 96% 95%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

96% 94% 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 22% 24% 25%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

30% 37% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 41% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 41% 48% 49%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 42% 35% 32%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

65% 70% 70%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 91% 84%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

90% 85%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 42% 32%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

30% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 41% 49%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

74% 80%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 88%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

90% 82%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

89% 82%

Areas of reduced performance

Q35Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

83% 94%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

Gold CoastUniversityHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld Gold

CoastUniversityHospital

Gold CoastUniversity

Hospital vs CSCFLevel 6

Gold CoastUniversityHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 70% 75% 72% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or conditiongot worse before first appointment

Q4 76% 75% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 83% 88% 81% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 82% 89% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 90% 97% 93% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 89% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 96% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 30% 30% 37% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 34% 42% 35% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter thanor as long as advised

Q18 86% 81% 85% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 23% 22% 24% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutesdelay

Q21 47% 41% 48% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waitingarea

Q23 98% 98% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 92% 91% 85% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 84% 83% 78% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of testsin an understandable way

Q27 84% 81% 84% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 92% 95% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 90% 93% 85% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 89% 98% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 83% 83% 86% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasonsfor surgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 94% 83% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q36 87% 88% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 85% 85% 85% 84%

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'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 82% 90% 87% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons forany care provided in an understandable way

Q40 92% 93% 91% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q41 91% 91% 90% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 91% 93% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in thenurse

Q43 88% 96% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 90% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 88% 84% 84% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 89% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined or treated

Q46 93% 96% 94% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 81% 87% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 77% 74% 78% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (afterthe clinic appointment)

Q51 86% 89% 91% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resumeusual activities

Q52 88% 80% 81% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 71% 65% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leavingthe clinic

Q54 67% 70% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to providea compliment or complaint about the carereceived

Q55 27% 34% 41% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanderpatients

Q60 ~ 61% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospitalliaison officer

Q61 ~ 37% 32% -

Measure Question

Gold CoastUniversityHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld Gold

CoastUniversityHospital

Gold CoastUniversity

Hospital vs CSCFLevel 6

Gold CoastUniversityHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Gold Coast University Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 74% 69% 70%

Robina Hospital CSCF Level 4 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Robina Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

99% 97% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 99% 97% 97%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

97% 96% 94%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

94% 91% 92%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 94% 92% 94%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

94% 93% 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 16% 22% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

36% 42% 41%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 41% 41% 32%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 44% 45% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

49% 43% 45%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

71% 71% 70%

Robina Hospital CSCF Level 4 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Robina Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

99% 95%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

90% 86%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 90% 84%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 88% 79%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

87% 80%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 41% 32%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q19 Told reason for wait 16% 25%

Robina Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

49% 40%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

36% 27%

Areas of reduced performance

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

82% 96%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Robina HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 4 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

RobinaHospital

CSCFLevel

4Qld

RobinaHospital

RobinaHospital vs

CSCF Level 4

RobinaHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 72% 74% 69% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 74% 77% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 90% 87% 89% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent' or'very good'

Q15 86% 90% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 97% 97% 96% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 94% 92% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 99% 97% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointment time Q16 40% 49% 43% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 42% 41% 41% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or as longas advised

Q18 87% 90% 87% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 17% 16% 22% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 45% 44% 45% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 99% 99% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 94% 90% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 83% 88% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 80% 86% 85% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 89% 93% 98% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior totreatment

Q30 98% 91% 87% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 96% 82% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 86% 85% 84% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons for surgery,procedure, or referral in an understandable way

Q35 86% 91% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q36 86% 85% 84% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 86% 84% 82% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examiningor treating doctor

Q38 84% 81% 81% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any careprovided in an understandable way

Q40 92% 92% 92% 93%

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Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q41 93% 94% 91% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 93% 90% 89% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 96% 94% 92% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 93% 93% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 89% 86% 83% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 87% 87% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussing careor being examined or treated

Q46 93% 94% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 83% 87% 83% 85%

Given written information about condition or treatment Q50 84% 87% 84% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinicappointment)

Q51 89% 88% 90% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 86% 87% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 72% 71% 71% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 69% 72% 72% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 27% 36% 42% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 75% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 19% 32% -

Measure Question

RobinaHospital

CSCFLevel

4Qld

RobinaHospital

RobinaHospital vs

CSCF Level 4

RobinaHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Robina Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Robina Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 304 who visited Mackay Base Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 55% for Mackay Base Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 68% 70%

Mackay Base Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Mackay BaseHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

100% 94% 94%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 94% 94%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

96% 93% 95%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

95% 94% 93%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

95% 95% 94%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 94% 97% 97%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 26% 25% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 35% 30% 32%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

43% 47% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

47% 40% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 52% 50% 49%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 68% 70%

Mackay Base Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Mackay Base Hospital general surgery outpatient clinicreporting the most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 94% 91%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 87% 79%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

47% 41%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 70%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 84% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 94% 97%

Mackay Base Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most favourable

responses

Areas of improved performance

There are no areas where Mackay Base Hospital showed improved performance

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Mackay Base Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

MackayBase

Hospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld Mackay

BaseHospital

Mackay BaseHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

MackayBase

Hospital vsQld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 70% 64% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 75% 77% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 83% 87% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 84% 85% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 100% 94% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 94% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 96% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 41% 43% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 37% 35% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 74% 80% 81% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 30% 26% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 57% 52% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 91% 94% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 86% 87% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 81% 87% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 80% 82% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 94% 84% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 91% 86% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 96% 89% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 85% 83% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

Q35 91% 86% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 88% 85% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 85% 84% 83% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 87% 87% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 95% 95% 94% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 94% 91% 92% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 91% 92% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 91% 96% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 95% 93% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 82% 79% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 86% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 92% 95% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 86% 86% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 87% 82% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 90% 88% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 84% 74% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 76% 73% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 78% 72% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 53% 47% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 38% 32% -

Measure Question

MackayBase

Hospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld Mackay

BaseHospital

Mackay BaseHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

MackayBase

Hospital vsQld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Mackay Base Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Mackay Base Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 199 who visited Proserpine Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 61% for Proserpine Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 78% 71% 70%

Proserpine Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Proserpine Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

97% 96% 95%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 95% 94% 91%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 93% 92%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

95% 93% 93%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 94% 88% 85%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

93% 93% 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 33% 32% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 36% 27% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

39% 44% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 55% 51% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

55% 58% 45%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

73% 72% 70%

Proserpine Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Proserpine Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 95% 91%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 94% 85%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

92% 86%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 91% 79%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

90% 85%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

90% 80%

Q4Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

84% 78%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 78% 70%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

55% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q30Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

73% 87%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 93% 97%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 91% 80%

Areas of reduced performance

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

39% 50%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 93% 98%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Proserpine HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

ProserpineHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

ProserpineHospital

ProserpineHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

ProserpineHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 70% 78% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or conditiongot worse before first appointment

Q4 78% 84% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 93% 94% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 85% 86% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 91% 91% 96% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 95% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 97% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 54% 55% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 35% 36% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than oras long as advised

Q18 81% 77% 88% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 31% 33% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 51% 55% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 98% 93% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 84% 85% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 80% 91% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests inan understandable way

Q27 72% 83% 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 90% 87% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 89% 73% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 88% 88% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 83% 86% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 91% 91% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q36 87% 92% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 87% 87% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 86% 90% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 90% 95% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q41 89% 89% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 89% 89% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 89% 91% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 95% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 76% 81% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 91% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined or treated

Q46 92% 93% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 81% 85% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 88% 90% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 91% 91% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 95% 84% 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 79% 73% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 69% 73% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the carereceived

Q55 50% 39% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

ProserpineHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

ProserpineHospital

ProserpineHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

ProserpineHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Proserpine Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Proserpine Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 305 who visited Caboolture Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 58% for Caboolture Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 70% 71% 70%

Caboolture Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Caboolture Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 97% 96% 95%

Q18Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

97% 88% 84%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

97% 96% 95%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

96% 94% 92%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

94% 93% 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 23% 27% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 23% 32% 25%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 44% 51% 49%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

48% 44% 41%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

60% 58% 45%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

68% 72% 70%

Caboolture Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Caboolture Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 97%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 91% 85%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

60% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

48% 41%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 23% 32%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 68% 79%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 68% 74%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 77% 84%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

78% 84%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

82% 86%

Caboolture Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q18Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

97% 81%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

96% 89%

Areas of reduced performance

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

48% 62%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 68% 81%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

79% 90%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Caboolture HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

CabooltureHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

CabooltureHospital

CabooltureHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

CabooltureHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 66% 70% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or conditiongot worse before first appointment

Q4 78% 82% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 89% 91% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 86% 89% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 93% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 97% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 56% 60% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 28% 23% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than oras long as advised

Q18 81% 97% 88% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 30% 23% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 46% 44% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 99% 100% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 80% 77% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 67% 68% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests inan understandable way

Q27 79% 78% 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 96% 97% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 93% 90% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 90% 88% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 82% 83% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 86% 84% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q36 85% 82% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 76% 78% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 83% 81% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 94% 92% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q41 89% 96% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 90% 90% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 90% 93% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 94% 92% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 81% 85% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 85% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined or treated

Q46 93% 94% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 84% 82% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 90% 79% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 89% 89% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 86% 75% 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 73% 68% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 81% 68% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the carereceived

Q55 62% 48% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

CabooltureHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

CabooltureHospital

CabooltureHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

CabooltureHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Caboolture Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Caboolture Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 306 who visited Redcliffe Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 58% for Redcliffe Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 70% 68% 70%

Redcliffe Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 97% 97%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 97% 94% 95%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

95% 91% 90%

Q30Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

95% 88% 87%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

95% 92% 92%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

95% 95% 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 25% 25% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 31% 30% 32%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

41% 47% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

45% 40% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 58% 50% 49%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

67% 70% 70%

Redcliffe Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Redcliffe Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 89% 85%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 58% 49%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with fewer patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

Redcliffe Hospital Rest of Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 58% 41%

Areas of reduced performance

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

41% 53%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

RedcliffeHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

RedcliffeHospital

RedcliffeHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

RedcliffeHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 67% 70% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 79% 79% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 85% 89% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent' or'very good'

Q15 87% 88% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 94% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 88% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 94% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 53% 41% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 26% 31% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 86% 86% 81% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 21% 25% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 41% 58% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 97% 98% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 81% 82% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 81% 74% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 77% 80% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 92% 97% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior totreatment

Q30 90% 95% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 85% 95% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 82% 82% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

Q35 88% 87% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q36 88% 84% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 84% 80% 83% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examiningor treating doctor

Q38 86% 84% 84% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any careprovided in an understandable way

Q40 94% 94% 94% 93%

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Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q41 95% 95% 92% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 93% 90% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 95% 94% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 93% 91% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 86% 82% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 88% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 96% 95% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 86% 85% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition or treatment Q50 77% 78% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinicappointment)

Q51 89% 89% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 92% 79% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 69% 67% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 69% 70% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 50% 45% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 38% 32% -

Measure Question

RedcliffeHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

RedcliffeHospital

RedcliffeHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

RedcliffeHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Redcliffe Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 66% 72% 70%

Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Royal Brisbane andWomen’s Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

96% 93% 94%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 95% 97% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

93% 96% 95%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 92% 94% 95%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

92% 94% 94%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

90% 91% 90%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 22% 35% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 23% 24% 25%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

36% 37% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

41% 41% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 48% 48% 49%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

65% 70% 70%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

87% 83%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 22% 32%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

36% 45%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 72% 79%

Q47'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

80% 85%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

81% 90%

Q45 Conflicting information not provided by staff 83% 88%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

83% 93%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

84% 92%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

85% 91%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 86% 91%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 87% 92%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 89% 94%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

There are no areas where Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital showed improved performance

Areas of reduced performance

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

41% 51%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 72% 83%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 83% 90%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

84% 92%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

85% 94%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Royal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 6 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

RoyalBrisbane and

Women’sHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld

RoyalBrisbane

andWomen’sHospital

Royal Brisbaneand Women’s

Hospital vs CSCFLevel 6

RoyalBrisbane and

Women’sHospital vs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 70% 66% 72% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms orcondition got worse before firstappointment

Q4 76% 77% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 90% 83% 81% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 84% 85% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 95% 96% 93% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 86% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 93% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 34% 36% 37% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 29% 22% 35% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorterthan or as long as advised

Q18 81% 84% 85% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 26% 23% 24% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutesdelay

Q21 50% 48% 48% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waitingarea

Q23 94% 95% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 82% 84% 85% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 83% 72% 78% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results oftests in an understandable way

Q27 82% 84% 84% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 93% 92% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what wouldhappen prior to treatment

Q30 95% 82% 85% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions inan understandable way prior totreatment

Q31 85% 81% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time withdoctors to discuss health or medicalproblem

Q33 81% 86% 86% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained thereasons for surgery, procedure, orreferral in an understandable way

Q35 85% 84% 88% 88%

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Doctors 'definitely' listened to whatpatients had to say

Q36 90% 85% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 83% 81% 85% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust inthe examining or treating doctor

Q38 84% 83% 87% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasonsfor any care provided in anunderstandable way

Q40 87% 83% 91% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to whatpatients had to say

Q41 92% 84% 90% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 94% 85% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust inthe nurse

Q43 90% 89% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 91% 87% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 86% 87% 84% 83%

Conflicting information not provided bystaff

Q45 83% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined ortreated

Q46 89% 92% 94% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desiredin decisions about care and treatment

Q47 82% 80% 85% 85%

Given written information about conditionor treatment

Q50 74% 83% 78% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next(after the clinic appointment)

Q51 87% 90% 91% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resumeusual activities

Q52 62% 78% 81% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me aboutdanger signs to watch for after goinghome

Q53 60% 65% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried afterleaving the clinic

Q54 70% 73% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how toprovide a compliment or complaint aboutthe care received

Q55 51% 41% 41% 41%

Culturally appropriate resourcesavailable for Aboriginal and/or TorresStrait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 61% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal orTorres Strait Islander health worker orhospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 37% 32% -

Measure Question

RoyalBrisbane and

Women’sHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld

RoyalBrisbane

andWomen’sHospital

Royal Brisbaneand Women’s

Hospital vs CSCFLevel 6

RoyalBrisbane and

Women’sHospital vs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

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The result for Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summary

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 306 who visited The Prince Charles Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patientsfrom late January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 55% for The Prince CharlesHospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 69% 72% 70%

The Prince Charles Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at The Prince CharlesHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

97% 96% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 96% 97% 97%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 94% 94%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

94% 94% 94%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 94% 94% 95%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 93% 90% 91%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 21% 35% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 25% 24% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

42% 41% 41%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

43% 37% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 49% 48% 49%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 69% 81% 85%

The Prince Charles Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at The Prince Charles Hospital general surgery outpatient clinicreporting the most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with more patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 21% 32%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 69% 85%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

81% 85%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

82% 86%

The Prince Charles Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 87%

Areas of reduced performance

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

43% 60%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

81% 90%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

82% 90%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

82% 90%

Q47'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

83% 90%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 96% 100%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for The Prince Charles HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 6 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

The PrinceCharlesHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld The

PrinceCharlesHospital

The PrinceCharles Hospitalvs CSCF Level 6

The PrinceCharles

Hospital vsQld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 70% 69% 72% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or conditiongot worse before first appointment

Q4 84% 79% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 68% 69% 81% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 86% 89% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 100% 89% 93% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 93% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 97% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 60% 43% 37% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 21% 21% 35% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than oras long as advised

Q18 88% 77% 85% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 23% 25% 24% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 44% 49% 48% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 100% 96% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 81% 86% 85% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 79% 81% 78% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests inan understandable way

Q27 87% 77% 84% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 96% 94% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 92% 82% 85% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 92% 87% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 90% 82% 86% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 91% 90% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q36 90% 82% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 88% 83% 85% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 90% 81% 87% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons forany care provided in an understandable way

Q40 85% 90% 91% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q41 84% 92% 90% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 87% 91% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in thenurse

Q43 87% 96% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 93% 92% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 79% 83% 84% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 90% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined or treated

Q46 95% 94% 94% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 90% 83% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 84% 83% 78% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 88% 91% 91% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 80% 88% 81% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 74% 69% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 79% 75% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the carereceived

Q55 50% 42% 41% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients Q60 ~ 61% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 37% 32% -

Measure Question

The PrinceCharlesHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld The

PrinceCharlesHospital

The PrinceCharles Hospitalvs CSCF Level 6

The PrinceCharles

Hospital vsQld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for The Prince Charles Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for The Prince Charles Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 68% 68% 70%

Logan Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Logan Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 97% 97%

Q52Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

97% 85% 84%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

96% 95% 94%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 94% 94%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

95% 94% 94%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

94% 91% 90%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 24% 25% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 40% 41%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 37% 30% 32%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 45% 50% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

45% 47% 45%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 68% 68% 70%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Logan Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q52Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

97% 84%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 41%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

96% 90%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

88% 81%

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

84% 77%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Logan Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

LoganHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

LoganHospital

LoganHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

LoganHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 66% 68% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 76% 74% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 82% 84% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent' or'very good'

Q15 81% 84% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 85% 95% 94% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 89% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 94% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointment time Q16 51% 45% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 36% 37% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or as longas advised

Q18 85% 91% 81% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 25% 24% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 43% 45% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 97% 98% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 77% 82% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 70% 76% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 80% 83% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 89% 91% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior totreatment

Q30 86% 82% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 90% 94% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 81% 88% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons for surgery,procedure, or referral in an understandable way

Q35 90% 91% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q36 85% 87% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 85% 85% 83% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examining ortreating doctor

Q38 84% 88% 84% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any careprovided in an understandable way

Q40 89% 90% 94% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q41 89% 93% 92% 92%

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Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 90% 93% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 93% 96% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 90% 92% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 77% 84% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 85% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussing careor being examined or treated

Q46 90% 96% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 83% 86% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition or treatment Q50 79% 77% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinicappointment)

Q51 89% 88% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usual activities Q52 93% 97% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 71% 75% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 76% 76% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 32% 34% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 38% 32% -

Measure Question

LoganHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

LoganHospital

LoganHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

LoganHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Logan Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Logan Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 307 who visited Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted withpatients from late January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 60% for Queen ElizabethII Jubilee Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 71% 68% 70%

Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Queen Elizabeth IIJubilee Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

97% 91% 90%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 95% 97% 97%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 94% 92% 92%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

94% 94% 93%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

93% 93% 95%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

93% 95% 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 29% 30% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

36% 40% 41%

Q19 Told reason for wait 38% 25% 25%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

39% 47% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 53% 50% 49%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

71% 70% 70%

Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital general surgery outpatientclinic reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q19 Told reason for wait 38% 25%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

39% 45%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 78% 84%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

85% 94%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 95% 97%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

88% 82%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 53% 40%

Q19 Told reason for wait 38% 20%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 5 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

QueenElizabeth II

JubileeHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld Queen

Elizabeth IIJubileeHospital

Queen Elizabeth IIJubilee Hospitalvs CSCF Level 5

QueenElizabeth II

JubileeHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 69% 71% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms orcondition got worse before firstappointment

Q4 84% 80% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 87% 88% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 82% 88% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 93% 85% 94% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 89% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 93% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 41% 39% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 36% 29% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorterthan or as long as advised

Q18 83% 80% 81% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 20% 38% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutesdelay

Q21 40% 53% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waitingarea

Q23 94% 95% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 82% 78% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 73% 76% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results oftests in an understandable way

Q27 83% 84% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 91% 92% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what wouldhappen prior to treatment

Q30 79% 91% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 95% 97% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctorsto discuss health or medical problem

Q33 87% 87% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasonsfor surgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 89% 85% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q36 86% 88% 87% 86%

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Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 87% 86% 83% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 87% 84% 84% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasonsfor any care provided in an understandableway

Q40 90% 94% 94% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q41 91% 89% 92% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 95% 88% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in thenurse

Q43 88% 92% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 93% 94% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 78% 80% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided bystaff

Q45 90% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined ortreated

Q46 94% 93% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 87% 85% 85% 85%

Given written information about conditionor treatment

Q50 81% 82% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next(after the clinic appointment)

Q51 88% 88% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resumeusual activities

Q52 94% 91% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me aboutdanger signs to watch for after going home

Q53 71% 71% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leavingthe clinic

Q54 72% 76% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how toprovide a compliment or complaint aboutthe care received

Q55 40% 36% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources availablefor Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanderpatients

Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal orTorres Strait Islander health worker orhospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 38% 32% -

Measure Question

QueenElizabeth II

JubileeHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld Queen

Elizabeth IIJubileeHospital

Queen Elizabeth IIJubilee Hospitalvs CSCF Level 5

QueenElizabeth II

JubileeHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 71% 71% 70%

Redland Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Redland Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

100% 96% 94%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 96% 95%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

97% 93% 90%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

95% 93% 94%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 94% 94% 94%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 30% 32% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 44% 41%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 35% 27% 32%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 56% 51% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

65% 58% 45%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

70% 72% 70%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Redland Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 95%

Q45 Conflicting information not provided by staff 92% 88%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 88% 79%

Q4Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

83% 78%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

65% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 41%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

80% 86%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 97%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 88% 76%

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

83% 76%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

65% 53%

Areas of reduced performance

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 43%

2017–18 2015–16

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Results summary for Redland HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

RedlandHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

RedlandHospital

RedlandHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

RedlandHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 71% 71% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 78% 83% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 86% 84% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 78% 80% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 95% 100% 96% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 94% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 98% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 53% 65% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 29% 35% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 91% 92% 88% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 21% 30% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 44% 56% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 97% 100% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 86% 83% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 76% 88% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 86% 87% 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 94% 93% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 97% 90% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 94% 97% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 86% 88% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 91% 93% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 87% 88% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 85% 87% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 85% 87% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 95% 92% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 95% 91% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 93% 90% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 97% 94% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 94% 93% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 76% 83% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 92% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 93% 95% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 87% 87% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 82% 84% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 89% 89% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 80% 85% 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 74% 70% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 75% 78% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 43% 34% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

RedlandHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

RedlandHospital

RedlandHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

RedlandHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Redland Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Redland Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 179 who visited Mount Isa Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 48% for Mount Isa Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 68% 69% 70%

Mount Isa Hospital CSCF Level 4 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Mount Isa Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 100% 98% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 97% 97%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

95% 89% 91%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 95% 89% 85%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

95% 93% 94%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 92% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q61Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

27% 19% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 29% 22% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 37% 41% 32%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

49% 43% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

52% 42% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 53% 45% 49%

Mount Isa Hospital CSCF Level 4 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Mount Isa Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 95% 85%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

88% 80%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

52% 41%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with fewer patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 100% 91%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 87%

Q4Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

83% 70%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 79% 67%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 68% 58%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Mount Isa Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

Mount IsaHospital

CSCFLevel

4Qld Mount

IsaHospital

Mount IsaHospital vs

CSCF Level 4

Mount IsaHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 58% 68% 69% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 70% 83% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 93% 95% 89% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 77% 84% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 90% 92% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 93% 97% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 48% 49% 43% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 41% 37% 41% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 84% 88% 87% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 34% 29% 22% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 45% 53% 45% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 99% 98% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 79% 81% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 75% 72% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 87% 88% 85% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 91% 100% 98% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior totreatment

Q30 89% 94% 87% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 93% 92% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 83% 86% 84% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

Q35 91% 89% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 86% 88% 84% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 82% 85% 82% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examiningor treating doctor

Q38 79% 86% 81% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any careprovided in an understandable way

Q40 91% 94% 92% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q41 92% 91% 91% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 88% 95% 89% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 95% 93% 92% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 87% 95% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 83% 83% 83% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 88% 87% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 95% 95% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 82% 87% 83% 85%

Given written information about condition or treatment Q50 87% 88% 84% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinicappointment)

Q51 86% 89% 90% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 91% 93% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 66% 76% 71% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 67% 79% 72% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 50% 52% 42% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 81% 75% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 27% 19% 32% -

Measure Question

Mount IsaHospital

CSCFLevel

4Qld Mount

IsaHospital

Mount IsaHospital vs

CSCF Level 4

Mount IsaHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Mount Isa Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Mount Isa Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 30 who visited Charleville Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 57% for Charleville Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 67% 71% 70%

Charleville Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Charleville Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

100% 82% 83%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

97% 96% 95%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 93% 94% 91%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

93% 93% 94%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 89% 93% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 44% 41%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 50% 74% 74%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

54% 87% 90%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

62% 58% 45%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 67% 71% 70%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

71% 86% 86%

Charleville Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Charleville Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

100% 83%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 50% 74%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

54% 90%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

71% 86%

Charleville Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

CharlevilleHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

CharlevilleHospital

CharlevilleHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

CharlevilleHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 67% 71% 70% -

Knew who to contact if symptoms or conditiongot worse before first appointment

Q4 75% 81% 78% -

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 87% 88% 85% -

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 85% 87% 86% -

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 93% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 97% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 62% 58% 45% -

Advised of expected wait time Q17 ~ 27% 32% -

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than oras long as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 ~ 32% 25% -

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 ~ 51% 49% -

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 100% 98% 97% -

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 84% 83% 84% -

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 ~ 81% 79% -

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests inan understandable way

Q27 ~ 82% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 ~ 96% 95% -

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 ~ 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 ~ 93% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 74% 85% 85% -

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 ~ 89% 88% -

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q36 71% 86% 86% -

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 84% 84% 84% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 73% 84% 85% -

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 ~ 93% 93% -

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q41 ~ 94% 92% -

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 ~ 91% 91% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 ~ 94% 94% -

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 89% 93% 92% -

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 100% 82% 83% -

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 88% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined or treated

Q46 93% 93% 94% -

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 84% 85% 85% -

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 ~ 83% 80% -

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 54% 87% 90% -

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 ~ 84% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 ~ 72% 70% -

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 50% 74% 74% -

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received Q55 34% 44% 41% -

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

CharlevilleHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

CharlevilleHospital

CharlevilleHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

CharlevilleHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Charleville Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Charleville Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 80% 71% 70%

Roma Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Roma Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 99% 94% 91%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 96% 95%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

98% 91% 91%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 96% 93% 92%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

96% 93% 90%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 34% 27% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 43% 32% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

50% 44% 41%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

52% 58% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 71% 51% 49%

Q54 Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic 79% 74% 74%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 99% 91%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

94% 86%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 93% 79%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

93% 84%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 93% 84%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 80% 70%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 71% 49%

Q19 Told reason for wait 43% 25%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with fewer patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with 2015–16This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.The following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients reporting the most favourable* feedback about their experience atRoma Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic in 2017–18 compared with 2015–16.

Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 85% 72%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Roma Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

RomaHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

RomaHospital

Roma Hospitalvs CSCF Levels

2 and 3

RomaHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 74% 80% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 78% 79% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 72% 85% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 86% 91% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 96% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 99% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 98% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 60% 52% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 37% 34% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 ~ 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 32% 43% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 52% 71% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 100% 100% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 87% 93% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 98% 93% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 86% ~ 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 100% 88% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 85% 80% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 78% 96% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 87% 87% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

Q35 96% 94% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 86% 94% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 90% 93% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 87% 91% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 90% 93% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 89% 94% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 91% 98% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 94% 94% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 97% 96% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 85% 81% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 89% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 93% 93% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 83% 90% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 89% 89% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 85% 89% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 93% 91% 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 79% 80% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 78% 79% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 42% 50% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

RomaHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

RomaHospital

Roma Hospitalvs CSCF Levels

2 and 3

RomaHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Roma Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Roma Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 225 who visited Gympie Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 68% for Gympie Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 74% 71% 70%

Gympie Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Gympie Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 98% 97%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

97% 96% 94%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 94% 94%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 96% 96% 95%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

96% 94% 92%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

96% 96% 95%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 9% 27% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 23% 32% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

47% 44% 41%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

59% 58% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 62% 51% 49%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

72% 72% 70%

Gympie Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Gympie Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reporting themost favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 97%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 95% 91%

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

89% 80%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 62% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

59% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 9% 32%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 75% 85%

Gympie Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 95%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 74% 63%

Areas of reduced performance

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 9% 26%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Gympie HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Levels 2 and 3 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

GympieHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

GympieHospital

Gympie Hospitalvs CSCF Levels

2 and 3

GympieHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 63% 74% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 79% 76% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 72% 75% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 82% 86% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 92% 97% 96% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 95% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 96% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 53% 59% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 26% 9% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 91% ~ 88% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 30% 23% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 54% 62% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 95% 100% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 85% 85% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 93% 87% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 87% 81% 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 90% 96% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 94% 92% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 85% 91% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 88% 87% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 93% 89% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 86% 83% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 77% 80% 84% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 77% 83% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 92% 94% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 92% 96% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 93% 94% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 93% 96% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 93% 95% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 83% 79% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 89% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 96% 93% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 81% 88% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 88% 89% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 87% 89% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 85% 78% 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 72% 72% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 82% 74% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 47% 47% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

GympieHospital

CSCFLevels 2

and 3Qld

GympieHospital

Gympie Hospitalvs CSCF Levels

2 and 3

GympieHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

18 2017–18 2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Gympie Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Gympie Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 306 who visited Nambour General Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patientsfrom late January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 60% for Nambour GeneralHospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 67% 68% 70%

Nambour General Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Nambour GeneralHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 97% 97%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

99% 94% 94%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

97% 91% 91%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

97% 94% 93%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 94% 94%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 96% 92% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 20% 25% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 22% 30% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

35% 40% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 52% 50% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

58% 47% 45%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 67% 68% 70%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Nambour General Hospital general surgery outpatient clinicreporting the most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 100% 97%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 96% 92%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

94% 85%

Q45 Conflicting information not provided by staff 93% 88%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

93% 86%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

88% 84%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

58% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 22% 32%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 96% 92%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

94% 83%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

93% 85%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

58% 45%

Areas of reduced performance

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 22% 35%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

NambourGeneralHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld Nambour

GeneralHospital

NambourGeneral Hospitalvs CSCF Level 5

NambourGeneral

Hospital vsQld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 65% 67% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or conditiongot worse before first appointment

Q4 76% 73% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 76% 82% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 83% 86% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 100% 99% 94% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 91% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 94% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 45% 58% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 35% 22% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than oras long as advised

Q18 90% 78% 81% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 24% 20% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 52% 52% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 99% 100% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 90% 85% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 75% 84% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests inan understandable way

Q27 84% 86% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 95% 95% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happenprior to treatment

Q30 84% 75% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 89% 95% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 83% 94% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 85% 91% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q36 85% 93% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 83% 88% 83% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 82% 84% 84% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 94% 97% 94% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients hadto say

Q41 91% 93% 92% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 90% 97% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 92% 96% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 96% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 84% 86% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 93% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined or treated

Q46 94% 96% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 83% 88% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 81% 86% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 88% 89% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 77% ~ 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 65% 70% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 73% 69% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the carereceived

Q55 41% 35% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospital liaisonofficer

Q61 ~ 38% 32% -

Measure Question

NambourGeneralHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld Nambour

GeneralHospital

NambourGeneral Hospitalvs CSCF Level 5

NambourGeneral

Hospital vsQld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for Nambour General Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 307 who visited Sunshine Coast University Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted withpatients from late January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 59% for Sunshine CoastUniversity Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 75% 68% 70%

Sunshine Coast University Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Sunshine CoastUniversity Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 99% 97% 97%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

97% 94% 93%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 97% 84% 84%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 96% 94% 94%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

96% 95% 94%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 96% 94% 95%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 17% 25% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

38% 40% 41%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 40% 30% 32%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 50% 50% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

59% 47% 45%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

70% 70% 70%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Sunshine Coast University Hospital general surgery outpatientclinic reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 99% 97%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

97% 93%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 97% 84%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 95% 92%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 94% 79%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

89% 85%

Q44All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

89% 83%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

59% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q19 Told reason for wait 17% 25%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

89% 95%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

SunshineCoast

UniversityHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld Sunshine

CoastUniversityHospital

Sunshine CoastUniversity

Hospital vs CSCFLevel 5

SunshineCoast

UniversityHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 75% 68% 70% -

Knew who to contact if symptoms orcondition got worse before firstappointment

Q4 76% 77% 78% -

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 88% 86% 85% -

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 88% 84% 86% -

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 95% 94% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 91% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 89% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 59% 47% 45% -

Advised of expected wait time Q17 40% 30% 32% -

Wait times to be seen that were shorterthan or as long as advised

Q18 84% 81% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 17% 25% 25% -

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutesdelay

Q21 50% 50% 49% -

Found a seat straight away in the waitingarea

Q23 99% 97% 97% -

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 97% 84% 84% -

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 94% 80% 79% -

Staff 'definitely' explained the results oftests in an understandable way

Q27 87% 83% 83% -

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 96% 94% 95% -

Staff 'definitely' explained what wouldhappen prior to treatment

Q30 85% 88% 87% -

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 93% 91% 90% -

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctorsto discuss health or medical problem

Q33 89% 85% 85% -

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasonsfor surgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 92% 87% 88% -

Doctors 'definitely' listened to whatpatients had to say

Q36 90% 87% 86% -

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Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 87% 83% 84% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 88% 84% 85% -

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasonsfor any care provided in anunderstandable way

Q40 97% 94% 93% -

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q41 95% 92% 92% -

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 94% 91% 91% -

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in thenurse

Q43 96% 94% 94% -

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 95% 92% 92% -

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 89% 82% 83% -

Conflicting information not provided bystaff

Q45 89% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined ortreated

Q46 96% 95% 94% -

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 88% 85% 85% -

Given written information about conditionor treatment

Q50 81% 81% 80% -

Staff told me what would happen next(after the clinic appointment)

Q51 92% 89% 90% -

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resumeusual activities

Q52 89% 85% 84% -

Staff 'completely' informed me aboutdanger signs to watch for after going home

Q53 70% 70% 70% -

Told who to contact if worried after leavingthe clinic

Q54 71% 74% 74% -

Told or saw information about how toprovide a compliment or complaint aboutthe care received

Q55 38% 40% 41% -

Culturally appropriate resources availablefor Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanderpatients

Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal orTorres Strait Islander health worker orhospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 38% 32% -

Measure Question

SunshineCoast

UniversityHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld Sunshine

CoastUniversityHospital

Sunshine CoastUniversity

Hospital vs CSCFLevel 5

SunshineCoast

UniversityHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Sunshine Coast University Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Sunshine Coast University Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 305 who visited The Townsville Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patientsfrom late January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 56% for The Townsville Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 71% 72% 70%

The Townsville Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at The TownsvilleHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 96% 95%

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 97% 94% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 97% 97% 97%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

95% 91% 93%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

95% 93% 94%

Q18Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

94% 85% 84%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 23% 24% 25%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

41% 37% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

49% 41% 41%

Q61Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

52% 37% 32%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 53% 35% 32%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 55% 48% 49%

The Townsville Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at The Townsville Hospital general surgery outpatient clinicreporting the most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 95%

Q18Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

94% 84%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 53% 32%

Q61Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

52% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

49% 41%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q50Given written information about condition ortreatment

73% 80%

Q52Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

74% 84%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 77% 85%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 78% 84%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

81% 86%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

91% 94%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 97% 92%

Q18Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

94% 76%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 93% 87%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where The Townsville Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for The Townsville HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 6 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

TheTownsville

Hospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld The

TownsvilleHospital

The TownsvilleHospital vs

CSCF Level 6

TheTownsvilleHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 65% 71% 72% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 78% 76% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 81% 77% 81% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 77% 81% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 95% 95% 93% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 91% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 98% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 34% 41% 37% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 45% 53% 35% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 76% 94% 85% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 31% 23% 24% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 46% 55% 48% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 92% 97% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 76% 78% 85% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 75% 77% 78% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 82% 85% 84% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointmentQ29 90% 97% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 86% 87% 85% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 89% 87% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 80% 85% 86% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 93% 87% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 83% 85% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q37 82% 85% 85% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 84% 86% 87% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 92% 95% 91% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 88% 93% 90% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answersto questions

Q42 85% 92% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 87% 93% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 93% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 77% 81% 84% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 85% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 89% 91% 94% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 84% 84% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 76% 73% 78% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 90% 91% 91% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 79% 74% 81% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

Q53 72% 72% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving theclinic

Q54 76% 77% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 47% 49% 41% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 66% 61% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 52% 37% 32% -

Measure Question

TheTownsville

Hospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld The

TownsvilleHospital

The TownsvilleHospital vs

CSCF Level 6

TheTownsvilleHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs 2015–

162017–18 2017–18

The result for The Townsville Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for The Townsville Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 305 who visited Ipswich Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from lateJanuary to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 51% for Ipswich Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 66% 68% 70%

Ipswich Hospital CSCF Level 5 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Ipswich Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 97% 94% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 95% 97% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

95% 93% 95%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 94% 94% 94%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

94% 91% 90%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

94% 92% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 20% 30% 32%

Q19 Told reason for wait 21% 25% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 40% 41%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 41% 50% 49%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

51% 47% 45%

Q18Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

65% 81% 84%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

51% 45%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 20% 32%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

34% 41%

Q18Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

65% 84%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 77% 84%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

78% 84%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

80% 85%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

81% 86%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 86% 92%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

There are no areas where Ipswich Hospital showed improved performance

Areas of reduced performance

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

80% 86%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 86% 92%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Ipswich HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 5 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

IpswichHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

IpswichHospital

IpswichHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

IpswichHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 60% 66% 68% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 76% 78% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 82% 83% 86% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent' or'very good'

Q15 85% 81% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 ~ 94% 94% -

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 91% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 95% 93% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointment time Q16 56% 51% 47% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 18% 20% 30% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 65% 81% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 24% 21% 25% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 50% 41% 50% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 98% 95% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 83% 77% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 75% 76% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 83% 84% 83% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 89% 97% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior totreatment

Q30 95% 90% 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 94% 94% 91% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 86% 80% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons for surgery,procedure, or referral in an understandable way

Q35 90% 86% 87% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q36 89% 85% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 83% 78% 83% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examiningor treating doctor

Q38 84% 81% 84% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any careprovided in an understandable way

Q40 94% 93% 94% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had to say Q41 92% 94% 92% 92%

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Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 87% 92% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 93% 94% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 92% 86% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 84% 81% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 87% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussing careor being examined or treated

Q46 96% 93% 95% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 86% 86% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition or treatment Q50 83% 85% 81% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinicappointment)

Q51 87% 92% 89% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 86% 91% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 74% 70% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 77% 76% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 37% 34% 40% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 64% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 38% 32% -

Measure Question

IpswichHospital

CSCFLevel

5Qld

IpswichHospital

IpswichHospital vs

CSCF Level 5

IpswichHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Ipswich Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Ipswich Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 307 who visited Bundaberg Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 56% for Bundaberg Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 65% 69% 70%

Bundaberg Hospital CSCF Level 4 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Bundaberg Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 99% 98% 95%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

99% 97% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 97% 97%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

92% 93% 94%

Q8 Able to get a suitable appointment time 92% 92% 91%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 91% 92% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 23% 22% 25%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

39% 43% 45%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

43% 42% 41%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 44% 41% 32%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 47% 45% 49%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 65% 69% 70%

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

99% 95%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 90% 85%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 44% 32%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

39% 45%

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 71% 79%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 78% 84%

Q38'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

78% 85%

Q47'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

80% 85%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

80% 86%

Q33'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

80% 85%

Q36Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

81% 86%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

87% 92%

Bundaberg Hospital Rest of Queensland

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0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 99% 88%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

90% 84%

Areas of reduced performance

Q25 Toilets were 'very clean' 71% 84%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 78% 85%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

87% 95%

2017–18 2015–16

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Results summary for Bundaberg HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 4 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

BundabergHospital

CSCFLevel

4Qld

BundabergHospital

BundabergHospital vs

CSCF Level 4

BundabergHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 67% 65% 69% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 77% 79% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 93% 90% 89% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 83% 80% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 93% ~ 96% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 92% 92% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 99% 97% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 44% 39% 43% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 47% 44% 41% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 87% 84% 87% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 27% 23% 22% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 40% 47% 45% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 98% 98% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 85% 78% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 84% 71% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 87% 84% 85% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 88% 99% 98% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 86% 84% 87% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 93% 91% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 84% 80% 84% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

Q35 91% 84% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 87% 81% 84% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 82% 80% 82% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 84% 78% 81% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

Q40 95% 91% 92% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 95% 87% 91% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 92% 88% 89% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 95% 91% 92% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 91% 91% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 82% 81% 83% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 86% 87% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 91% 92% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 85% 80% 83% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 84% 80% 84% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 84% 90% 90% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 79% 84% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 72% 69% 71% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 76% 72% 72% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 51% 43% 42% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 75% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 19% 32% -

Measure Question

BundabergHospital

CSCFLevel

4Qld

BundabergHospital

BundabergHospital vs

CSCF Level 4

BundabergHospitalvs Qld2015–

162017–

182017–

182017–

18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Bundaberg Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Bundaberg Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 306 who visited Hervey Bay Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 69% for Hervey Bay Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 69% 70%

Hervey Bay Hospital CSCF Level 4 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Hervey BayHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 99% 98% 95%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

95% 97% 95%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 94% 97% 97%

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

93% 92% 93%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

92% 90% 90%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 91% 92% 92%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 25% 22% 25%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

37% 43% 45%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 38% 41% 32%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 43% 45% 49%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

44% 42% 41%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 69% 70%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Hervey Bay Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with more patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

37% 45%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 64% 70%

Q47'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

79% 85%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

79% 84%

Q15Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

80% 86%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

85% 91%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 88% 94%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

90% 94%

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 94% 97%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q29 Knew to expect treatment during the appointment 99% 88%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

92% 86%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

70% 60%

Areas of reduced performance

There are no areas where Hervey Bay Hospital showed reduced performance

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Hervey Bay HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 4 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

Hervey BayHospital

CSCFLevel

4Qld Hervey

BayHospital

Hervey BayHospital vs

CSCF Level 4

Hervey BayHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 62% 64% 69% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 76% 74% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 86% 87% 89% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 82% 80% 84% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 94% 89% 96% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 91% 92% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 95% 97% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 33% 37% 43% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 35% 38% 41% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 91% 85% 87% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 19% 25% 22% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 35% 43% 45% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 95% 94% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 79% 82% 84% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 78% 81% 80% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 78% 82% 85% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 88% 99% 98% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen prior totreatment

Q30 89% 87% 87% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 93% 87% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 83% 86% 84% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

Q35 81% 86% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 85% 84% 84% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 81% 79% 82% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examiningor treating doctor

Q38 81% 81% 81% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any careprovided in an understandable way

Q40 94% 93% 92% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 91% 90% 91% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 89% 85% 89% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 94% 88% 92% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 93% 91% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 86% 82% 83% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 86% 87% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 90% 90% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 79% 79% 83% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 78% 79% 84% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after the clinicappointment)

Q51 86% 92% 90% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 77% 78% 85% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 60% 70% 71% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 65% 70% 72% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 52% 44% 42% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 75% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 19% 32% -

Measure Question

Hervey BayHospital

CSCFLevel

4Qld Hervey

BayHospital

Hervey BayHospital vs

CSCF Level 4

Hervey BayHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Hervey Bay Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 142 who visited Maryborough Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 66% for Maryborough Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 62% 71% 70%

Maryborough Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at MaryboroughHospital general surgery outpatient clinic.

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Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 99% 98% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

98% 96% 95%

Q43 'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse 95% 94% 94%

Q41Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

94% 94% 92%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 93% 93% 92%

Q42Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

93% 91% 91%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 16% 32% 25%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 27% 27% 32%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

31% 58% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 36% 51% 49%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

43% 44% 41%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 62% 71% 70%

Maryborough Hospital CSCF Levels 2 and 3 Queensland

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Maryborough Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

There are no areas with more patients reporting most favourable experiences of care than the rest of Queensland

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q19 Told reason for wait 16% 25%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

31% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 36% 49%

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 62% 70%

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Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

There are no areas where Maryborough Hospital showed improved performance

Areas of reduced performance

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

31% 48%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

43% 58%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

87% 94%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Measure Question

MaryboroughHospital

CSCFLevels2 and 3

QldMaryborough

Hospital

MaryboroughHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

MaryboroughHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 67% 62% 71% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms orcondition got worse before first appointment

Q4 78% 81% 81% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 88% 88% 88% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was'excellent' or 'very good'

Q15 79% 83% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred fromreferring hospital

Q7 96% 93% 96% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 92% 94% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming orrescheduling appointment

Q9 98% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduledappointment time

Q16 48% 31% 58% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 27% 27% 27% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter thanor as long as advised

Q18 82% 88% 84% -

Told reason for wait Q19 22% 16% 32% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutesdelay

Q21 40% 36% 51% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waitingarea

Q23 99% 99% 98% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 77% 79% 83% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 77% 87% 81% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of testsin an understandable way

Q27 89% 74% 82% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during theappointment

Q29 86% 88% 96% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what wouldhappen prior to treatment

Q30 83% ~ 88% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 93% 88% 93% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors todiscuss health or medical problem

Q33 80% 82% 85% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasonsfor surgery, procedure, or referral in anunderstandable way

Q35 84% 86% 89% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q36 82% 81% 86% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q37 85% 82% 84% 84%

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'Definitely' had confidence and trust in theexamining or treating doctor

Q38 87% 80% 84% 85%

Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons forany care provided in an understandable way

Q40 93% 90% 93% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patientshad to say

Q41 93% 94% 94% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandableanswers to questions

Q42 91% 93% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in thenurse

Q43 92% 95% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 93% 93% 93% 92%

All staff treating and examining patientsintroduced themselves

Q44 82% 86% 82% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staffQ45 90% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy whendiscussing care or being examined ortreated

Q46 89% 91% 93% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired indecisions about care and treatment

Q47 79% 83% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 84% 77% 83% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (afterthe clinic appointment)

Q51 94% 87% 87% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resumeusual activities

Q52 92% ~ 84% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about dangersigns to watch for after going home

Q53 77% 69% 72% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leavingthe clinic

Q54 75% 75% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how toprovide a compliment or complaint about thecare received

Q55 58% 43% 44% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources availablefor Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanderpatients

Q60 ~ 62% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander health worker or hospitalliaison officer

Q61 ~ 32% 32% -

Measure Question

MaryboroughHospital

CSCFLevels2 and 3

QldMaryborough

Hospital

MaryboroughHospital vs

CSCF Levels 2and 3

MaryboroughHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

% mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18 vs2015–16 2017–18 2017–18

The result for Maryborough Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

The result for Maryborough Hospital was statistically significantly less favourable than the result it was compared with.See the Introduction for information about significance testing. See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.- Comparison with previous results is not possible.~ There were fewer than 20 responses to this question1. This question was not asked in 2015–16.2. Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.3. This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results.

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Executive summaryThe General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 305 who visited Mater Adult Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients fromlate January to mid-April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 65% for Mater Adult Hospital.

Overall rating of care

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Percentage of patients reporting most favourable experience of care received in the generalsurgery clinic

Q13 Overall, care was rated as 'very good' 74% 72% 70%

Mater Adult Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

See the Technical supplement for the classification of most favourable responses.*

Highest and lowest performing areasThe following areas had the most and fewest patients reporting the most favourable feedback about their experience at Mater Adult Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic.

*

Question Facility Peer group QldPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with most patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q23 Found a seat straight away in the waiting area 98% 97% 97%

Q9Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

97% 96% 95%

Q46'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

94% 94% 94%

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

93% 91% 90%

Q14 'Always' treated with respect and dignity 93% 92% 92%

Q35Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

93% 88% 88%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care

Q19 Told reason for wait 27% 24% 25%

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

33% 41% 41%

Q17 Advised of expected wait time 35% 35% 32%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

45% 37% 45%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 64% 48% 49%

Q53Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signsto watch for after going home

69% 70% 70%

Mater Adult Hospital CSCF Level 6 Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with the rest of QueenslandThe following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients at Mater Adult Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic reportingthe most favourable feedback about their experience than the rest of Queensland.*

Question Facility Rest of QueenslandPercentage of most

favourable responses

Areas with more patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q51Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

93% 90%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 89% 84%

Q37Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

89% 84%

Q21 Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay 64% 49%

Areas with fewest patients reporting most favourable experience of care than the rest ofQueensland

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

33% 41%

Q4Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

71% 78%

Q5 'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease 74% 85%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

75% 90%

Q7Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

86% 94%

Mater Adult Hospital Rest of Queensland

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Patient experience compared with 2015–16This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.The following areas had statistically significantly more and fewer patients reporting the most favourable* feedback about their experience atMater Adult Hospital general surgery outpatient clinic in 2017–18 compared with 2015–16.

Question 2017–18 2015–16Percentage of most

favourable responses

Areas of improved performance

Q40Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for anycare provided in an understandable way

92% 84%

Q24 General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' 89% 79%

Q16Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

45% 37%

Areas of reduced performance

Q55Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

33% 50%

Q31Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

75% 97%

2017–18 2015–16

0 20 40 60 80 100%

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Results summary for Mater Adult HospitalA summary of results with comparison to Queensland, CSCF Level 6 and the previous survey is presented below.

Measure Question

Mater AdultHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld Mater

AdultHospital

Mater AdultHospital vs

CSCF Level 6

Mater AdultHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

Overall, care was rated as 'very good' Q13 68% 74% 72% 70%

Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition gotworse before first appointment

Q4 75% 71% 77% 78%

'Definitely' found way to clinic with ease Q5 75% 74% 81% 85%

Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival was 'excellent'or 'very good'

Q15 84% 89% 87% 86%

Medical information was transferred from referringhospital

Q7 89% 86% 93% 94%

Able to get a suitable appointment time Q8 90% 90% 91% -

Did not have difficulty confirming or reschedulingappointment

Q9 97% 96% 95% -

Seen within 15 minutes of scheduled appointmenttime

Q16 37% 45% 37% 45%

Advised of expected wait time Q17 44% 35% 35% 32%

Wait times to be seen that were shorter than or aslong as advised

Q18 74% 77% 85% 84%

Told reason for wait Q19 37% 27% 24% 25%

Staff apologised if more than 15 minutes delay Q21 55% 64% 48% 49%

Found a seat straight away in the waiting area Q23 96% 98% 97% 97%

General Surgery clinic was 'very clean' Q24 79% 89% 85% 84%

Toilets were 'very clean' Q25 75% 82% 78% 79%

Staff 'definitely' explained the results of tests in anunderstandable way

Q27 87% 82% 84% 83%

Knew to expect treatment during the appointment Q29 95% 90% 94% 95%

Staff 'definitely' explained what would happen priorto treatment

Q30 88% 87% 85% 87%

Staff 'definitely' answered questions in anunderstandable way prior to treatment

Q31 97% 75% 88% 90%

'Definitely' had sufficient time with doctors to discusshealth or medical problem

Q33 86% 85% 86% 85%

Doctors 'completely' explained the reasons forsurgery, procedure, or referral in an understandableway

Q35 87% 93% 88% 88%

Doctors 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q36 86% 89% 87% 86%

Doctors 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q37 85% 89% 85% 84%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the examiningor treating doctor

Q38 82% 88% 87% 85%

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Nurses 'definitely' explained the reasons for any careprovided in an understandable way

Q40 84% 92% 91% 93%

Nurses 'definitely' listened to what patients had tosay

Q41 88% 90% 90% 92%

Nurses 'definitely' gave understandable answers toquestions

Q42 85% 90% 91% 91%

'Definitely' had confidence and trust in the nurse Q43 87% 92% 94% 94%

'Always' treated with respect and dignity Q14 89% 93% 92% 92%

All staff treating and examining patients introducedthemselves

Q44 81% 83% 84% 83%

Conflicting information not provided by staff Q45 88% 88% 88% -

'Definitely' given enough privacy when discussingcare or being examined or treated

Q46 91% 94% 94% 94%

'Definitely' involved as much as desired in decisionsabout care and treatment

Q47 85% 82% 85% 85%

Given written information about condition ortreatment

Q50 77% 84% 78% 80%

Staff told me what would happen next (after theclinic appointment)

Q51 91% 93% 91% 90%

Staff 'definitely' told me when to resume usualactivities

Q52 88% 73% 81% 84%

Staff 'completely' informed me about danger signs towatch for after going home

Q53 66% 69% 70% 70%

Told who to contact if worried after leaving the clinic Q54 73% 72% 74% 74%

Told or saw information about how to provide acompliment or complaint about the care received

Q55 50% 33% 41% 41%

Culturally appropriate resources available forAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients

Q60 ~ 61% 64% -

Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Q61 ~ 37% 32% -

Measure Question

Mater AdultHospital

CSCFLevel

6Qld Mater

AdultHospital

Mater AdultHospital vs

CSCF Level 6

Mater AdultHospital vs

Qld2015–16

2017–18

2017–18

2017–18

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

%mostfav

2017–18vs

2015–162017–18 2017–18

The result for Mater Adult Hospital was statistically significantly more favourable than the result it was compared with.

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Summary results

Biloela Hospital

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ContentsIntroduction and MethodologyOverall rating of care13 Rating of care received

Before first appointment4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

Arrival at the clinic5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

Referral from another hospital7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Before the appointment8 Availability of suitable appointment times9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment11 Offered appointment via telehealth12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Waiting at the clinic16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time17 Advised of expected wait time18 Accuracy of wait time advice19 Told reason for wait20 Prefer to be told reason for wait21 Apology for delay22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay23 Availability of seat in waiting area

Environment and facilities24 Cleanliness of clinic25 Cleanliness of toilets

Tests27 Test results explained in understandable way

Treatments29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment30 Treatment processes explained31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Doctors33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood36 Doctors listened to patients37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Nurses40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood41 Nurses listened to patients42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Care and treatment14 Treated with respect and dignity44 Staff introduced themselves45 Conflicting information provided by staff46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

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Information50 Given written information about condition or treatment51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment52 Advised when to resume usual activities53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment54 Advised who to contact if worried

Feedback55 Information on how to provide feedback

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needs60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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IntroductionGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18The General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 19 who visited Biloela Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from 31January to 11 April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 53% for Biloela Hospital.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses have been weighted and the population estimates presented graphically together with otherfacilities, peer groups and the Queensland average. Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses are reported as raw,unweighted counts. No facility level reports are available for those with fewer than 10 responses, in order to protect respondentconfidentiality.

The objectives of the General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 were to provide patient experience andsatisfaction results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The results of this surveywill be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient clinic services provided and to assist in qualityimprovement activity planning at the facility and statewide levels.

ResultsThese results are the findings from the 2017–18 survey of patients who attended general surgery outpatient clinics.

Raw, unweighted counts of responses are reported.

The most favourable responses are coloured green, while the less favourable and unfavourable responses are presented in black text.

In the case of neutral measures (those without a favourability classification), all responses are presented in black text.

Only the relevant categories have been included in the results reported, with responses such as ‘didn’t need’, ‘don’t know / can’t remember’,and ‘refused’ generally not included. Where one or more of these categories represents a meaningful response they are included forreference alongside the other excluded categories.

To protect respondent confidentiality, results for questions answered by fewer than five respondents are not reported. However, aggregatedresults for all questions are included in aggregated statewide and peer group results in the statewide report.

Methodology

This section provides summary details of the survey methodology. See the Technical supplement for more information.

Questionnaire design

The survey instrument was developed by Queensland Health during a series of Working Group meetings, which included representativesfrom the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff, consumer representatives and statisticians. Questions were basedon the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 Question Bank (© Care Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified orremoved. The survey instrument used and a summary of changes made between the 2017–18 and 2015–16 surveys are available in theTechnical supplement.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a recent general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

had a home or phone appointmentrequested an interpreterrefused consent to be contacted to give feedbackhad insufficient contact informationwere a usual resident of an institutionwere not a resident of Australiawere deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illnesswere not available to do the interview during the survey perioddeclined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at theclinic.

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Sampling

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where patient population permitted was calculated to provide a 95% confidenceinterval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%. For facilities with anexpected number of inscope patients less than, or only marginally higher than, 300 a census was attempted of all inscope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities, e.g. patients in smaller facilities had a higher probabilityof being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selectionprobabilities.

A total of 15,465 patients was selected to participate in the survey across the survey period.

Pre-approach letter

A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years) informing them of theirselection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provideddetails of the appointment for which they had been selected, an assurance of confidentiality, and contact phone numbers where they couldreceive further information about the survey or change their contact details. A flyer with general information for survey participants was alsoincluded.

Response rate

A total of 8,609 interviews was achieved across the interviewing period, with a response rate of 58% for the survey overall.

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Overall rating of careQ13 Rating of care received

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Overall, how would you rate the care you (child) received while in the generalsurgery clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very good 12

Good 5

Adequate 2

Poor 0

Very poor 0

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Before first appointmentQ4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before your (child's) [first] appointment at the clinic for this condition, did youknow who to contact if your (his/her) symptoms or condition got worse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 14

No 5

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Arrival at the clinicQ5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once you arrived at the hospital for your (child's) [appointment/firstappointment] for this condition, was it easy to find your way to the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 18

Yes, but it could be improved 1

No 0

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: When you arrived at the clinic for your (child's) most recent appointment, howwould you rate the courtesy of the first staff member or volunteer you saw?

2017–18 (n)

Excellent 8

Very Good 6

Good 5

Fair 0

Poor 0

Very Poor 0

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Referral from another hospitalQ7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had been referred from another hospital were asked: Did the staff at the clinic have your(child's) medical information?

No patients (parents) who attended the Biloela Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

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Before the appointmentQ8 Availability of suitable appointment times

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to get an appointment time that suited you?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 15

No 4

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once the hospital offered you a time for your (child's) [appointment/most recentappointment], did you have difficulty confirming the appointment? This may include rescheduling it if necessary.

2017–18 (n)

No 19

Yes 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who experienced difficulty confirming or rescheduling an appointment were asked: Whatdifficulties did you experience when confirming or rescheduling your (child’s) [appointment/most recent appointment]?

No patients (parents) who attended the Biloela Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

Q11 Offered appointment via telehealth

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Telehealth is a way to have an appointment with your doctor or other healthprofessional using the internet from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Were you (Was child) offered an outpatient appointment viatelehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 15

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Results for this question reflect the experiences of patients (parents) who had an outpatient appointment at the facilityand not by telehealth. The following response has been excluded from results: "It was not appropriate".

Q12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who were not offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth were asked: Would you haveliked to have been offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 11

This question was not asked in 2015–16. The following responses have been excluded from results: "I didn't want one", "I didn't need one".

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Waiting at the clinicQ16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How long after the scheduled appointment time did the appointment start?

2017–18 (n)

Seen on time, or early 7

Waited up to 15 minutes 6

Waited 16–30 minutes 1

Waited 31–60 minutes 4

Waited more than 1 hour but no more than 2 hours 0

Waited more than 2 hours 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I didn't have an appointment".

Q17 Advised of expected wait time

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youadvised how long you would have to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 3

Q18 Accuracy of wait time advice

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were advised howlong they would have to wait were asked: Was the wait shorter, longer or about as long as you were told?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Biloela Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q19 Told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youtold why you had to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 1

No 4

Q20 Prefer to be told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were not told whythey had to wait were asked: Would you have liked an explanation [for the wait]?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Biloela Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

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Q21 Apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Didsomeone apologise for the delay?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Biloela Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and did not receive anapology for the delay were asked: Would you have liked an apology [for the delay]?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Biloela Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q23 Availability of seat in waiting area

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to find a place to sit in the waiting area?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, I/we found a place to sit straight away 18

Yes, but I/we had to wait for a seat 0

No, I/we could not find a place to sit 1

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Environment and facilitiesQ24 Cleanliness of clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: In your opinion, how clean was the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 16

Fairly clean 3

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

Q25 Cleanliness of toilets

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How clean were the toilets at the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 10

Fairly clean 0

Not very clean 1

Not at all clean 0

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TestsQ27 Test results explained in understandable way

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any pre-appointment tests were asked: Did a member of staff explain the results ofthe tests in a way you could understand?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Biloela Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

The following responses have been excluded from responses: "I was told I would get the results at a later date", "I was never told the results of the tests".

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TreatmentsQ29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before your (child's) appointment, did you know that you(he/she) would be undergoing treatment?

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Yes 6

No, and I did not mind that I wasn't told 0

No, but I would have liked to know 0

Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.

Q30 Treatment processes explained

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before the treatment did a member of staff explain whatwould happen?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 5

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation".

Q31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment, and had questions, were asked: Before the treatment did a member ofstaff answer your questions in a way you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 5

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

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DoctorsQ33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have enough time to discuss your (child's) health ormedical problem with the doctor?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 16

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

Q35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) whose doctor recommended surgery or a procedure or provided a referral for other treatmentwere asked: Did the doctor explain the reasons for this surgery, procedure or referral in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 5

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need an explanation".

Q36 Doctors listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did the doctor listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 16

Yes, to some extent 1

No 1

Q37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: If you had questions to ask the doctor, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 13

Yes, to some extent 3

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the doctor examining andtreating you (child)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 16

Yes, to some extent 0

No 2

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NursesQ40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who received care from a nurse were asked: Did the nurse explain the reasons for any careprovided in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 8

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

The following responses have been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation", "No care was provided".

Q41 Nurses listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did the nurse listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 9

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

Q42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: If you had questions to ask the nurse, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 8

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the nurse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 9

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

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Care and treatmentQ14 Treated with respect and dignity

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did you feel you were (child was) treated with respect and dignity while youwere (he/she was) in the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, always 16

Yes, sometimes 1

No 2

Q44 Staff introduced themselves

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked how many staff treating and examining them (child), who they did not alreadyknow, introduced themselves.

2017–18 (n)

All the staff introduced themselves 11

Some of the staff introduced themselves 7

Very few or none of the staff introduced themselves 1

Q45 Conflicting information provided by staff

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Sometimes in a hospital, a member of staff may say one thing and another maysay something quite different. Did this happen to you during your (child's) [most recent] appointment?

2017–18 (n)

No 15

Yes, to some extent 3

Yes, definitely 1

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you (and child) given enough privacy, when discussing your (his/her)care or being examined or treated?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 16

Yes, to some extent 3

No 0

Q47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you involved as much as you wanted to be in decisions about your(child's) care and treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 16

Yes, to some extent 3

No 0

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Q49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had questions about their (child's) care and treatment they wanted to discuss but did notwere asked: Why didn't you discuss these questions?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Biloela Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

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InformationQ50 Given written information about condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you given any written or printed informationabout your (child's) condition or treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 9

No, but I would have liked it 5

The following response has been excluded from the results: "No, but I did not need this type of information".

Q51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you told what would happen next, for examplewhether you (child) needed another outpatients appointment, to see your (his/her) GP, and so on?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 16

No 2

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q52 Advised when to resume usual activities

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Did clinic staff tell you when you (child) could resume your(his/her) usual activities, such as when to go back to work, drive a car, carry shopping, or do household duties (go back to school or playgroup)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 4

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did a member of staff tell you about any danger signs to watch for regardingyour (child's) condition [or treatment] after you (he/she) went home?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 8

Yes, to some extent 1

No 3

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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Q54 Advised who to contact if worried

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did clinic staff tell you who to contact if you were worried about your (child's)condition or treatment after you left the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 12

No 6

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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FeedbackQ55 Information on how to provide feedback

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Some patients (parents) might wish to give feedback such as compliments orcomplaints about the care they (their child) received. While in the outpatient clinic were you told, or did you see a poster or brochure on howto do this?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 4

No 13

This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results. The following responses have been excluded from results: 'Don't know' and 'Can't remember'.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needsQ60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Did the clinic have any culturallyappropriate resources available such as books, posters or brochures – or did you see the Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderflags?

No patients (parents) who attended the Biloela Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Were you offered support from anAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Biloela Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

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Queensland HealthGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18

Summary results

Goondiwindi Hospital

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ContentsIntroduction and MethodologyOverall rating of care13 Rating of care received

Before first appointment4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

Arrival at the clinic5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

Referral from another hospital7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Before the appointment8 Availability of suitable appointment times9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment11 Offered appointment via telehealth12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Waiting at the clinic16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time17 Advised of expected wait time18 Accuracy of wait time advice19 Told reason for wait20 Prefer to be told reason for wait21 Apology for delay22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay23 Availability of seat in waiting area

Environment and facilities24 Cleanliness of clinic25 Cleanliness of toilets

Tests27 Test results explained in understandable way

Treatments29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment30 Treatment processes explained31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Doctors33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood36 Doctors listened to patients37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Nurses40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood41 Nurses listened to patients42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Care and treatment14 Treated with respect and dignity44 Staff introduced themselves45 Conflicting information provided by staff46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

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Information50 Given written information about condition or treatment51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment52 Advised when to resume usual activities53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment54 Advised who to contact if worried

Feedback55 Information on how to provide feedback

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needs60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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IntroductionGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18The General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 25 who visited Goondiwindi Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from 31January to 11 April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 49% for Goondiwindi Hospital.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses have been weighted and the population estimates presented graphically together with otherfacilities, peer groups and the Queensland average. Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses are reported as raw,unweighted counts. No facility level reports are available for those with fewer than 10 responses, in order to protect respondentconfidentiality.

The objectives of the General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 were to provide patient experience andsatisfaction results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The results of this surveywill be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient clinic services provided and to assist in qualityimprovement activity planning at the facility and statewide levels.

ResultsThese results are the findings from the 2017–18 survey of patients who attended general surgery outpatient clinics.

Raw, unweighted counts of responses are reported.

The most favourable responses are coloured green, while the less favourable and unfavourable responses are presented in black text.

In the case of neutral measures (those without a favourability classification), all responses are presented in black text.

Only the relevant categories have been included in the results reported, with responses such as ‘didn’t need’, ‘don’t know / can’t remember’,and ‘refused’ generally not included. Where one or more of these categories represents a meaningful response they are included forreference alongside the other excluded categories.

To protect respondent confidentiality, results for questions answered by fewer than five respondents are not reported. However, aggregatedresults for all questions are included in aggregated statewide and peer group results in the statewide report.

Methodology

This section provides summary details of the survey methodology. See the Technical supplement for more information.

Questionnaire design

The survey instrument was developed by Queensland Health during a series of Working Group meetings, which included representativesfrom the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff, consumer representatives and statisticians. Questions were basedon the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 Question Bank (© Care Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified orremoved. The survey instrument used and a summary of changes made between the 2017–18 and 2015–16 surveys are available in theTechnical supplement.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a recent general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

had a home or phone appointmentrequested an interpreterrefused consent to be contacted to give feedbackhad insufficient contact informationwere a usual resident of an institutionwere not a resident of Australiawere deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illnesswere not available to do the interview during the survey perioddeclined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at theclinic.

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Sampling

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where patient population permitted was calculated to provide a 95% confidenceinterval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%. For facilities with anexpected number of inscope patients less than, or only marginally higher than, 300 a census was attempted of all inscope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities, e.g. patients in smaller facilities had a higher probabilityof being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selectionprobabilities.

A total of 15,465 patients was selected to participate in the survey across the survey period.

Pre-approach letter

A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years) informing them of theirselection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provideddetails of the appointment for which they had been selected, an assurance of confidentiality, and contact phone numbers where they couldreceive further information about the survey or change their contact details. A flyer with general information for survey participants was alsoincluded.

Response rate

A total of 8,609 interviews was achieved across the interviewing period, with a response rate of 58% for the survey overall.

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Overall rating of careQ13 Rating of care received

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Overall, how would you rate the care you (child) received while in the generalsurgery clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very good 16

Good 7

Adequate 2

Poor 0

Very poor 0

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Before first appointmentQ4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before your (child's) [first] appointment at the clinic for this condition, did youknow who to contact if your (his/her) symptoms or condition got worse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 19

No 6

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Arrival at the clinicQ5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once you arrived at the hospital for your (child's) [appointment/firstappointment] for this condition, was it easy to find your way to the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 22

Yes, but it could be improved 3

No 0

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: When you arrived at the clinic for your (child's) most recent appointment, howwould you rate the courtesy of the first staff member or volunteer you saw?

2017–18 (n)

Excellent 13

Very Good 11

Good 1

Fair 0

Poor 0

Very Poor 0

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Referral from another hospitalQ7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had been referred from another hospital were asked: Did the staff at the clinic have your(child's) medical information?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the GoondiwindiHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

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Before the appointmentQ8 Availability of suitable appointment times

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to get an appointment time that suited you?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 20

No 5

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once the hospital offered you a time for your (child's) [appointment/most recentappointment], did you have difficulty confirming the appointment? This may include rescheduling it if necessary.

2017–18 (n)

No 22

Yes 3

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who experienced difficulty confirming or rescheduling an appointment were asked: Whatdifficulties did you experience when confirming or rescheduling your (child’s) [appointment/most recent appointment]?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the GoondiwindiHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

Q11 Offered appointment via telehealth

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Telehealth is a way to have an appointment with your doctor or other healthprofessional using the internet from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Were you (Was child) offered an outpatient appointment viatelehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 16

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Results for this question reflect the experiences of patients (parents) who had an outpatient appointment at the facilityand not by telehealth. The following response has been excluded from results: "It was not appropriate".

Q12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who were not offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth were asked: Would you haveliked to have been offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 3

No 13

This question was not asked in 2015–16. The following responses have been excluded from results: "I didn't want one", "I didn't need one".

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Waiting at the clinicQ16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How long after the scheduled appointment time did the appointment start?

2017–18 (n)

Seen on time, or early 5

Waited up to 15 minutes 4

Waited 16–30 minutes 7

Waited 31–60 minutes 4

Waited more than 1 hour but no more than 2 hours 1

Waited more than 2 hours 3

The following response has been excluded from results: "I didn't have an appointment".

Q17 Advised of expected wait time

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youadvised how long you would have to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 5

No 9

Q18 Accuracy of wait time advice

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were advised howlong they would have to wait were asked: Was the wait shorter, longer or about as long as you were told?

2017–18 (n)

Shorter 1

About as long as I was told 4

Longer 0

Q19 Told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youtold why you had to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 8

No 7

Q20 Prefer to be told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were not told whythey had to wait were asked: Would you have liked an explanation [for the wait]?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 1

No 6

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Q21 Apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Didsomeone apologise for the delay?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 6

No 6

Q22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and did not receive anapology for the delay were asked: Would you have liked an apology [for the delay]?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 4

Q23 Availability of seat in waiting area

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to find a place to sit in the waiting area?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, I/we found a place to sit straight away 24

Yes, but I/we had to wait for a seat 0

No, I/we could not find a place to sit 0

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Environment and facilitiesQ24 Cleanliness of clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: In your opinion, how clean was the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 25

Fairly clean 0

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

Q25 Cleanliness of toilets

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How clean were the toilets at the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 16

Fairly clean 1

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

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TestsQ27 Test results explained in understandable way

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any pre-appointment tests were asked: Did a member of staff explain the results ofthe tests in a way you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 11

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

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TreatmentsQ29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before your (child's) appointment, did you know that you(he/she) would be undergoing treatment?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the GoondiwindiHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.

Q30 Treatment processes explained

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before the treatment did a member of staff explain whatwould happen?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the GoondiwindiHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation".

Q31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment, and had questions, were asked: Before the treatment did a member ofstaff answer your questions in a way you could understand?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the GoondiwindiHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

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DoctorsQ33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have enough time to discuss your (child's) health ormedical problem with the doctor?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 21

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

Q35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) whose doctor recommended surgery or a procedure or provided a referral for other treatmentwere asked: Did the doctor explain the reasons for this surgery, procedure or referral in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 7

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need an explanation".

Q36 Doctors listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did the doctor listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 22

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: If you had questions to ask the doctor, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 21

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the doctor examining andtreating you (child)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 22

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

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NursesQ40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who received care from a nurse were asked: Did the nurse explain the reasons for any careprovided in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 13

Yes, to some extent 0

No 2

The following responses have been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation", "No care was provided".

Q41 Nurses listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did the nurse listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 13

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

Q42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: If you had questions to ask the nurse, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 1

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the nurse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 14

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

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Care and treatmentQ14 Treated with respect and dignity

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did you feel you were (child was) treated with respect and dignity while youwere (he/she was) in the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, always 25

Yes, sometimes 0

No 0

Q44 Staff introduced themselves

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked how many staff treating and examining them (child), who they did not alreadyknow, introduced themselves.

2017–18 (n)

All the staff introduced themselves 18

Some of the staff introduced themselves 3

Very few or none of the staff introduced themselves 2

Q45 Conflicting information provided by staff

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Sometimes in a hospital, a member of staff may say one thing and another maysay something quite different. Did this happen to you during your (child's) [most recent] appointment?

2017–18 (n)

No 24

Yes, to some extent 0

Yes, definitely 1

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you (and child) given enough privacy, when discussing your (his/her)care or being examined or treated?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 23

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

Q47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you involved as much as you wanted to be in decisions about your(child's) care and treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 23

Yes, to some extent 1

No 1

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Q49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had questions about their (child's) care and treatment they wanted to discuss but did notwere asked: Why didn't you discuss these questions?

No patients (parents) who attended the Goondiwindi Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

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InformationQ50 Given written information about condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you given any written or printed informationabout your (child's) condition or treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 11

No, but I would have liked it 1

The following response has been excluded from the results: "No, but I did not need this type of information".

Q51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you told what would happen next, for examplewhether you (child) needed another outpatients appointment, to see your (his/her) GP, and so on?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 22

No 3

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q52 Advised when to resume usual activities

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Did clinic staff tell you when you (child) could resume your(his/her) usual activities, such as when to go back to work, drive a car, carry shopping, or do household duties (go back to school or playgroup)?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the GoondiwindiHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did a member of staff tell you about any danger signs to watch for regardingyour (child's) condition [or treatment] after you (he/she) went home?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 15

Yes, to some extent 0

No 2

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q54 Advised who to contact if worried

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did clinic staff tell you who to contact if you were worried about your (child's)condition or treatment after you left the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 18

No 5

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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FeedbackQ55 Information on how to provide feedback

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Some patients (parents) might wish to give feedback such as compliments orcomplaints about the care they (their child) received. While in the outpatient clinic were you told, or did you see a poster or brochure on howto do this?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 13

No 8

This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results. The following responses have been excluded from results: 'Don't know' and 'Can't remember'.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needsQ60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Did the clinic have any culturallyappropriate resources available such as books, posters or brochures – or did you see the Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderflags?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Goondiwindi Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Were you offered support from anAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Goondiwindi Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

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Queensland HealthGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18

Summary results

Miles Hospital

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ContentsIntroduction and MethodologyOverall rating of care13 Rating of care received

Before first appointment4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

Arrival at the clinic5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

Referral from another hospital7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Before the appointment8 Availability of suitable appointment times9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment11 Offered appointment via telehealth12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Waiting at the clinic16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time17 Advised of expected wait time18 Accuracy of wait time advice19 Told reason for wait20 Prefer to be told reason for wait21 Apology for delay22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay23 Availability of seat in waiting area

Environment and facilities24 Cleanliness of clinic25 Cleanliness of toilets

Tests27 Test results explained in understandable way

Treatments29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment30 Treatment processes explained31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Doctors33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood36 Doctors listened to patients37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Nurses40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood41 Nurses listened to patients42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Care and treatment14 Treated with respect and dignity44 Staff introduced themselves45 Conflicting information provided by staff46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

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Information50 Given written information about condition or treatment51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment52 Advised when to resume usual activities53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment54 Advised who to contact if worried

Feedback55 Information on how to provide feedback

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needs60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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IntroductionGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18The General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 20 who visited Miles Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from 31January to 11 April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 61% for Miles Hospital.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses have been weighted and the population estimates presented graphically together with otherfacilities, peer groups and the Queensland average. Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses are reported as raw,unweighted counts. No facility level reports are available for those with fewer than 10 responses, in order to protect respondentconfidentiality.

The objectives of the General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 were to provide patient experience andsatisfaction results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The results of this surveywill be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient clinic services provided and to assist in qualityimprovement activity planning at the facility and statewide levels.

ResultsThese results are the findings from the 2017–18 survey of patients who attended general surgery outpatient clinics.

Raw, unweighted counts of responses are reported.

The most favourable responses are coloured green, while the less favourable and unfavourable responses are presented in black text.

In the case of neutral measures (those without a favourability classification), all responses are presented in black text.

Only the relevant categories have been included in the results reported, with responses such as ‘didn’t need’, ‘don’t know / can’t remember’,and ‘refused’ generally not included. Where one or more of these categories represents a meaningful response they are included forreference alongside the other excluded categories.

To protect respondent confidentiality, results for questions answered by fewer than five respondents are not reported. However, aggregatedresults for all questions are included in aggregated statewide and peer group results in the statewide report.

Methodology

This section provides summary details of the survey methodology. See the Technical supplement for more information.

Questionnaire design

The survey instrument was developed by Queensland Health during a series of Working Group meetings, which included representativesfrom the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff, consumer representatives and statisticians. Questions were basedon the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 Question Bank (© Care Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified orremoved. The survey instrument used and a summary of changes made between the 2017–18 and 2015–16 surveys are available in theTechnical supplement.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a recent general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

had a home or phone appointmentrequested an interpreterrefused consent to be contacted to give feedbackhad insufficient contact informationwere a usual resident of an institutionwere not a resident of Australiawere deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illnesswere not available to do the interview during the survey perioddeclined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at theclinic.

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Sampling

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where patient population permitted was calculated to provide a 95% confidenceinterval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%. For facilities with anexpected number of inscope patients less than, or only marginally higher than, 300 a census was attempted of all inscope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities, e.g. patients in smaller facilities had a higher probabilityof being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selectionprobabilities.

A total of 15,465 patients was selected to participate in the survey across the survey period.

Pre-approach letter

A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years) informing them of theirselection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provideddetails of the appointment for which they had been selected, an assurance of confidentiality, and contact phone numbers where they couldreceive further information about the survey or change their contact details. A flyer with general information for survey participants was alsoincluded.

Response rate

A total of 8,609 interviews was achieved across the interviewing period, with a response rate of 58% for the survey overall.

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Overall rating of careQ13 Rating of care received

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Overall, how would you rate the care you (child) received while in the generalsurgery clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very good 17

Good 3

Adequate 0

Poor 0

Very poor 0

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Before first appointmentQ4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before your (child's) [first] appointment at the clinic for this condition, did youknow who to contact if your (his/her) symptoms or condition got worse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 18

No 2

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Arrival at the clinicQ5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once you arrived at the hospital for your (child's) [appointment/firstappointment] for this condition, was it easy to find your way to the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 20

Yes, but it could be improved 0

No 0

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: When you arrived at the clinic for your (child's) most recent appointment, howwould you rate the courtesy of the first staff member or volunteer you saw?

2017–18 (n)

Excellent 13

Very Good 6

Good 1

Fair 0

Poor 0

Very Poor 0

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Referral from another hospitalQ7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had been referred from another hospital were asked: Did the staff at the clinic have your(child's) medical information?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Miles Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

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Before the appointmentQ8 Availability of suitable appointment times

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to get an appointment time that suited you?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 19

No 1

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once the hospital offered you a time for your (child's) [appointment/most recentappointment], did you have difficulty confirming the appointment? This may include rescheduling it if necessary.

2017–18 (n)

No 20

Yes 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who experienced difficulty confirming or rescheduling an appointment were asked: Whatdifficulties did you experience when confirming or rescheduling your (child’s) [appointment/most recent appointment]?

No patients (parents) who attended the Miles Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

Q11 Offered appointment via telehealth

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Telehealth is a way to have an appointment with your doctor or other healthprofessional using the internet from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Were you (Was child) offered an outpatient appointment viatelehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 14

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Results for this question reflect the experiences of patients (parents) who had an outpatient appointment at the facilityand not by telehealth. The following response has been excluded from results: "It was not appropriate".

Q12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who were not offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth were asked: Would you haveliked to have been offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 11

This question was not asked in 2015–16. The following responses have been excluded from results: "I didn't want one", "I didn't need one".

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Waiting at the clinicQ16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How long after the scheduled appointment time did the appointment start?

2017–18 (n)

Seen on time, or early 4

Waited up to 15 minutes 4

Waited 16–30 minutes 2

Waited 31–60 minutes 4

Waited more than 1 hour but no more than 2 hours 4

Waited more than 2 hours 1

The following response has been excluded from results: "I didn't have an appointment".

Q17 Advised of expected wait time

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youadvised how long you would have to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 4

No 8

Q18 Accuracy of wait time advice

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were advised howlong they would have to wait were asked: Was the wait shorter, longer or about as long as you were told?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Miles Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q19 Told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youtold why you had to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 6

No 6

Q20 Prefer to be told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were not told whythey had to wait were asked: Would you have liked an explanation [for the wait]?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 0

No 6

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Q21 Apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Didsomeone apologise for the delay?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 6

No 6

Q22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and did not receive anapology for the delay were asked: Would you have liked an apology [for the delay]?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 0

No 6

Q23 Availability of seat in waiting area

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to find a place to sit in the waiting area?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, I/we found a place to sit straight away 19

Yes, but I/we had to wait for a seat 1

No, I/we could not find a place to sit 0

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Environment and facilitiesQ24 Cleanliness of clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: In your opinion, how clean was the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 17

Fairly clean 3

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

Q25 Cleanliness of toilets

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How clean were the toilets at the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 13

Fairly clean 1

Not very clean 1

Not at all clean 0

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TestsQ27 Test results explained in understandable way

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any pre-appointment tests were asked: Did a member of staff explain the results ofthe tests in a way you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 6

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

The following responses have been excluded from responses: "I was told I would get the results at a later date", "I was never told the results of the tests".

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TreatmentsQ29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before your (child's) appointment, did you know that you(he/she) would be undergoing treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 5

No, and I did not mind that I wasn't told 0

No, but I would have liked to know 0

Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.

Q30 Treatment processes explained

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before the treatment did a member of staff explain whatwould happen?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 5

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation".

Q31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment, and had questions, were asked: Before the treatment did a member ofstaff answer your questions in a way you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 4

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

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DoctorsQ33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have enough time to discuss your (child's) health ormedical problem with the doctor?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 19

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

Q35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) whose doctor recommended surgery or a procedure or provided a referral for other treatmentwere asked: Did the doctor explain the reasons for this surgery, procedure or referral in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 11

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need an explanation".

Q36 Doctors listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did the doctor listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 17

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

Q37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: If you had questions to ask the doctor, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 15

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the doctor examining andtreating you (child)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 17

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

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NursesQ40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who received care from a nurse were asked: Did the nurse explain the reasons for any careprovided in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

The following responses have been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation", "No care was provided".

Q41 Nurses listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did the nurse listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 11

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: If you had questions to ask the nurse, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 7

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the nurse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

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Care and treatmentQ14 Treated with respect and dignity

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did you feel you were (child was) treated with respect and dignity while youwere (he/she was) in the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, always 19

Yes, sometimes 1

No 0

Q44 Staff introduced themselves

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked how many staff treating and examining them (child), who they did not alreadyknow, introduced themselves.

2017–18 (n)

All the staff introduced themselves 11

Some of the staff introduced themselves 3

Very few or none of the staff introduced themselves 2

Q45 Conflicting information provided by staff

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Sometimes in a hospital, a member of staff may say one thing and another maysay something quite different. Did this happen to you during your (child's) [most recent] appointment?

2017–18 (n)

No 18

Yes, to some extent 0

Yes, definitely 2

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you (and child) given enough privacy, when discussing your (his/her)care or being examined or treated?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 19

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you involved as much as you wanted to be in decisions about your(child's) care and treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 18

Yes, to some extent 1

No 1

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Q49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had questions about their (child's) care and treatment they wanted to discuss but did notwere asked: Why didn't you discuss these questions?

No patients (parents) who attended the Miles Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

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InformationQ50 Given written information about condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you given any written or printed informationabout your (child's) condition or treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 10

No, but I would have liked it 0

The following response has been excluded from the results: "No, but I did not need this type of information".

Q51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you told what would happen next, for examplewhether you (child) needed another outpatients appointment, to see your (his/her) GP, and so on?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 18

No 2

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q52 Advised when to resume usual activities

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Did clinic staff tell you when you (child) could resume your(his/her) usual activities, such as when to go back to work, drive a car, carry shopping, or do household duties (go back to school or playgroup)?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Miles Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did a member of staff tell you about any danger signs to watch for regardingyour (child's) condition [or treatment] after you (he/she) went home?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 10

Yes, to some extent 1

No 1

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q54 Advised who to contact if worried

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did clinic staff tell you who to contact if you were worried about your (child's)condition or treatment after you left the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 15

No 5

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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FeedbackQ55 Information on how to provide feedback

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Some patients (parents) might wish to give feedback such as compliments orcomplaints about the care they (their child) received. While in the outpatient clinic were you told, or did you see a poster or brochure on howto do this?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 5

No 12

This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results. The following responses have been excluded from results: 'Don't know' and 'Can't remember'.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needsQ60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Did the clinic have any culturallyappropriate resources available such as books, posters or brochures – or did you see the Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderflags?

No patients (parents) who attended the Miles Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Were you offered support from anAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer?

No patients (parents) who attended the Miles Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

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Queensland HealthGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18

Summary results

St George Hospital

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ContentsIntroduction and MethodologyOverall rating of care13 Rating of care received

Before first appointment4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

Arrival at the clinic5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

Referral from another hospital7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Before the appointment8 Availability of suitable appointment times9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment11 Offered appointment via telehealth12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Waiting at the clinic16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time17 Advised of expected wait time18 Accuracy of wait time advice19 Told reason for wait20 Prefer to be told reason for wait21 Apology for delay22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay23 Availability of seat in waiting area

Environment and facilities24 Cleanliness of clinic25 Cleanliness of toilets

Tests27 Test results explained in understandable way

Treatments29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment30 Treatment processes explained31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Doctors33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood36 Doctors listened to patients37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Nurses40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood41 Nurses listened to patients42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Care and treatment14 Treated with respect and dignity44 Staff introduced themselves45 Conflicting information provided by staff46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

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Information50 Given written information about condition or treatment51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment52 Advised when to resume usual activities53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment54 Advised who to contact if worried

Feedback55 Information on how to provide feedback

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needs60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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IntroductionGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18The General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 21 who visited St George Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from 31January to 11 April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 57% for St George Hospital.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses have been weighted and the population estimates presented graphically together with otherfacilities, peer groups and the Queensland average. Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses are reported as raw,unweighted counts. No facility level reports are available for those with fewer than 10 responses, in order to protect respondentconfidentiality.

The objectives of the General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 were to provide patient experience andsatisfaction results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The results of this surveywill be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient clinic services provided and to assist in qualityimprovement activity planning at the facility and statewide levels.

ResultsThese results are the findings from the 2017–18 survey of patients who attended general surgery outpatient clinics.

Raw, unweighted counts of responses are reported.

The most favourable responses are coloured green, while the less favourable and unfavourable responses are presented in black text.

In the case of neutral measures (those without a favourability classification), all responses are presented in black text.

Only the relevant categories have been included in the results reported, with responses such as ‘didn’t need’, ‘don’t know / can’t remember’,and ‘refused’ generally not included. Where one or more of these categories represents a meaningful response they are included forreference alongside the other excluded categories.

To protect respondent confidentiality, results for questions answered by fewer than five respondents are not reported. However, aggregatedresults for all questions are included in aggregated statewide and peer group results in the statewide report.

Methodology

This section provides summary details of the survey methodology. See the Technical supplement for more information.

Questionnaire design

The survey instrument was developed by Queensland Health during a series of Working Group meetings, which included representativesfrom the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff, consumer representatives and statisticians. Questions were basedon the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 Question Bank (© Care Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified orremoved. The survey instrument used and a summary of changes made between the 2017–18 and 2015–16 surveys are available in theTechnical supplement.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a recent general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

had a home or phone appointmentrequested an interpreterrefused consent to be contacted to give feedbackhad insufficient contact informationwere a usual resident of an institutionwere not a resident of Australiawere deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illnesswere not available to do the interview during the survey perioddeclined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at theclinic.

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Sampling

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where patient population permitted was calculated to provide a 95% confidenceinterval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%. For facilities with anexpected number of inscope patients less than, or only marginally higher than, 300 a census was attempted of all inscope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities, e.g. patients in smaller facilities had a higher probabilityof being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selectionprobabilities.

A total of 15,465 patients was selected to participate in the survey across the survey period.

Pre-approach letter

A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years) informing them of theirselection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provideddetails of the appointment for which they had been selected, an assurance of confidentiality, and contact phone numbers where they couldreceive further information about the survey or change their contact details. A flyer with general information for survey participants was alsoincluded.

Response rate

A total of 8,609 interviews was achieved across the interviewing period, with a response rate of 58% for the survey overall.

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Overall rating of careQ13 Rating of care received

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Overall, how would you rate the care you (child) received while in the generalsurgery clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very good 17

Good 3

Adequate 1

Poor 0

Very poor 0

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Before first appointmentQ4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before your (child's) [first] appointment at the clinic for this condition, did youknow who to contact if your (his/her) symptoms or condition got worse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 15

No 6

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Arrival at the clinicQ5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once you arrived at the hospital for your (child's) [appointment/firstappointment] for this condition, was it easy to find your way to the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 19

Yes, but it could be improved 2

No 0

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: When you arrived at the clinic for your (child's) most recent appointment, howwould you rate the courtesy of the first staff member or volunteer you saw?

2017–18 (n)

Excellent 11

Very Good 9

Good 0

Fair 1

Poor 0

Very Poor 0

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Referral from another hospitalQ7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had been referred from another hospital were asked: Did the staff at the clinic have your(child's) medical information?

No patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

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Before the appointmentQ8 Availability of suitable appointment times

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to get an appointment time that suited you?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 19

No 2

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once the hospital offered you a time for your (child's) [appointment/most recentappointment], did you have difficulty confirming the appointment? This may include rescheduling it if necessary.

2017–18 (n)

No 20

Yes 1

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who experienced difficulty confirming or rescheduling an appointment were asked: Whatdifficulties did you experience when confirming or rescheduling your (child’s) [appointment/most recent appointment]?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the St George Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

Q11 Offered appointment via telehealth

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Telehealth is a way to have an appointment with your doctor or other healthprofessional using the internet from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Were you (Was child) offered an outpatient appointment viatelehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 4

No 15

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Results for this question reflect the experiences of patients (parents) who had an outpatient appointment at the facilityand not by telehealth. The following response has been excluded from results: "It was not appropriate".

Q12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who were not offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth were asked: Would you haveliked to have been offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 12

This question was not asked in 2015–16. The following responses have been excluded from results: "I didn't want one", "I didn't need one".

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Waiting at the clinicQ16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How long after the scheduled appointment time did the appointment start?

2017–18 (n)

Seen on time, or early 10

Waited up to 15 minutes 6

Waited 16–30 minutes 0

Waited 31–60 minutes 4

Waited more than 1 hour but no more than 2 hours 0

Waited more than 2 hours 1

The following response has been excluded from results: "I didn't have an appointment".

Q17 Advised of expected wait time

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youadvised how long you would have to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 0

No 5

Q18 Accuracy of wait time advice

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were advised howlong they would have to wait were asked: Was the wait shorter, longer or about as long as you were told?

No patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

Q19 Told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youtold why you had to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 3

Q20 Prefer to be told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were not told whythey had to wait were asked: Would you have liked an explanation [for the wait]?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

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Q21 Apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Didsomeone apologise for the delay?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 3

No 2

Q22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and did not receive anapology for the delay were asked: Would you have liked an apology [for the delay]?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q23 Availability of seat in waiting area

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to find a place to sit in the waiting area?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, I/we found a place to sit straight away 20

Yes, but I/we had to wait for a seat 0

No, I/we could not find a place to sit 0

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Environment and facilitiesQ24 Cleanliness of clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: In your opinion, how clean was the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 19

Fairly clean 2

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

Q25 Cleanliness of toilets

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How clean were the toilets at the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 15

Fairly clean 1

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

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TestsQ27 Test results explained in understandable way

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any pre-appointment tests were asked: Did a member of staff explain the results ofthe tests in a way you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 5

Yes, to some extent 1

No 1

The following responses have been excluded from responses: "I was told I would get the results at a later date", "I was never told the results of the tests".

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TreatmentsQ29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before your (child's) appointment, did you know that you(he/she) would be undergoing treatment?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.

Q30 Treatment processes explained

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before the treatment did a member of staff explain whatwould happen?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation".

Q31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment, and had questions, were asked: Before the treatment did a member ofstaff answer your questions in a way you could understand?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

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DoctorsQ33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have enough time to discuss your (child's) health ormedical problem with the doctor?

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Yes, definitely 18

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

Q35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) whose doctor recommended surgery or a procedure or provided a referral for other treatmentwere asked: Did the doctor explain the reasons for this surgery, procedure or referral in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 7

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need an explanation".

Q36 Doctors listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did the doctor listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 18

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: If you had questions to ask the doctor, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 18

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 1

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the doctor examining andtreating you (child)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 18

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

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NursesQ40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who received care from a nurse were asked: Did the nurse explain the reasons for any careprovided in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 13

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

The following responses have been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation", "No care was provided".

Q41 Nurses listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did the nurse listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 14

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: If you had questions to ask the nurse, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 13

Yes, to some extent 1

No 1

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the nurse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 13

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

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Care and treatmentQ14 Treated with respect and dignity

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did you feel you were (child was) treated with respect and dignity while youwere (he/she was) in the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, always 20

Yes, sometimes 1

No 0

Q44 Staff introduced themselves

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked how many staff treating and examining them (child), who they did not alreadyknow, introduced themselves.

2017–18 (n)

All the staff introduced themselves 16

Some of the staff introduced themselves 1

Very few or none of the staff introduced themselves 0

Q45 Conflicting information provided by staff

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Sometimes in a hospital, a member of staff may say one thing and another maysay something quite different. Did this happen to you during your (child's) [most recent] appointment?

2017–18 (n)

No 18

Yes, to some extent 0

Yes, definitely 3

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you (and child) given enough privacy, when discussing your (his/her)care or being examined or treated?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 21

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

Q47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you involved as much as you wanted to be in decisions about your(child's) care and treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 20

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

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Q49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had questions about their (child's) care and treatment they wanted to discuss but did notwere asked: Why didn't you discuss these questions?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

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InformationQ50 Given written information about condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you given any written or printed informationabout your (child's) condition or treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 11

No, but I would have liked it 2

The following response has been excluded from the results: "No, but I did not need this type of information".

Q51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you told what would happen next, for examplewhether you (child) needed another outpatients appointment, to see your (his/her) GP, and so on?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 15

No 6

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q52 Advised when to resume usual activities

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Did clinic staff tell you when you (child) could resume your(his/her) usual activities, such as when to go back to work, drive a car, carry shopping, or do household duties (go back to school or playgroup)?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did a member of staff tell you about any danger signs to watch for regardingyour (child's) condition [or treatment] after you (he/she) went home?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 12

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q54 Advised who to contact if worried

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did clinic staff tell you who to contact if you were worried about your (child's)condition or treatment after you left the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 17

No 4

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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FeedbackQ55 Information on how to provide feedback

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Some patients (parents) might wish to give feedback such as compliments orcomplaints about the care they (their child) received. While in the outpatient clinic were you told, or did you see a poster or brochure on howto do this?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 12

No 6

This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results. The following responses have been excluded from results: 'Don't know' and 'Can't remember'.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needsQ60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Did the clinic have any culturallyappropriate resources available such as books, posters or brochures – or did you see the Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderflags?

No patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Were you offered support from anAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer?

No patients (parents) who attended the St George Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

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Queensland HealthGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18

Summary results

Cooktown Multipurpose Health Service

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ContentsIntroduction and MethodologyOverall rating of care13 Rating of care received

Before first appointment4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

Arrival at the clinic5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

Referral from another hospital7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Before the appointment8 Availability of suitable appointment times9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment11 Offered appointment via telehealth12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Waiting at the clinic16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time17 Advised of expected wait time18 Accuracy of wait time advice19 Told reason for wait20 Prefer to be told reason for wait21 Apology for delay22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay23 Availability of seat in waiting area

Environment and facilities24 Cleanliness of clinic25 Cleanliness of toilets

Tests27 Test results explained in understandable way

Treatments29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment30 Treatment processes explained31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Doctors33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood36 Doctors listened to patients37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Nurses40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood41 Nurses listened to patients42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Care and treatment14 Treated with respect and dignity44 Staff introduced themselves45 Conflicting information provided by staff46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

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Information50 Given written information about condition or treatment51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment52 Advised when to resume usual activities53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment54 Advised who to contact if worried

Feedback55 Information on how to provide feedback

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needs60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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IntroductionGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18The General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 11 who visited Cooktown Multipurpose Health Service. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conductedwith patients from 31 January to 11 April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 58% for CooktownMultipurpose Health Service.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses have been weighted and the population estimates presented graphically together with otherfacilities, peer groups and the Queensland average. Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses are reported as raw,unweighted counts. No facility level reports are available for those with fewer than 10 responses, in order to protect respondentconfidentiality.

The objectives of the General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 were to provide patient experience andsatisfaction results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The results of this surveywill be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient clinic services provided and to assist in qualityimprovement activity planning at the facility and statewide levels.

ResultsThese results are the findings from the 2017–18 survey of patients who attended general surgery outpatient clinics.

Raw, unweighted counts of responses are reported.

The most favourable responses are coloured green, while the less favourable and unfavourable responses are presented in black text.

In the case of neutral measures (those without a favourability classification), all responses are presented in black text.

Only the relevant categories have been included in the results reported, with responses such as ‘didn’t need’, ‘don’t know / can’t remember’,and ‘refused’ generally not included. Where one or more of these categories represents a meaningful response they are included forreference alongside the other excluded categories.

To protect respondent confidentiality, results for questions answered by fewer than five respondents are not reported. However, aggregatedresults for all questions are included in aggregated statewide and peer group results in the statewide report.

Methodology

This section provides summary details of the survey methodology. See the Technical supplement for more information.

Questionnaire design

The survey instrument was developed by Queensland Health during a series of Working Group meetings, which included representativesfrom the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff, consumer representatives and statisticians. Questions were basedon the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 Question Bank (© Care Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified orremoved. The survey instrument used and a summary of changes made between the 2017–18 and 2015–16 surveys are available in theTechnical supplement.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a recent general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

had a home or phone appointmentrequested an interpreterrefused consent to be contacted to give feedbackhad insufficient contact informationwere a usual resident of an institutionwere not a resident of Australiawere deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illnesswere not available to do the interview during the survey perioddeclined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at the

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clinic.

Sampling

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where patient population permitted was calculated to provide a 95% confidenceinterval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%. For facilities with anexpected number of inscope patients less than, or only marginally higher than, 300 a census was attempted of all inscope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities, e.g. patients in smaller facilities had a higher probabilityof being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selectionprobabilities.

A total of 15,465 patients was selected to participate in the survey across the survey period.

Pre-approach letter

A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years) informing them of theirselection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provideddetails of the appointment for which they had been selected, an assurance of confidentiality, and contact phone numbers where they couldreceive further information about the survey or change their contact details. A flyer with general information for survey participants was alsoincluded.

Response rate

A total of 8,609 interviews was achieved across the interviewing period, with a response rate of 58% for the survey overall.

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Overall rating of careQ13 Rating of care received

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Overall, how would you rate the care you (child) received while in the generalsurgery clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very good 8

Good 2

Adequate 1

Poor 0

Very poor 0

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Before first appointmentQ4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before your (child's) [first] appointment at the clinic for this condition, did youknow who to contact if your (his/her) symptoms or condition got worse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 9

No 2

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Arrival at the clinicQ5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once you arrived at the hospital for your (child's) [appointment/firstappointment] for this condition, was it easy to find your way to the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 10

Yes, but it could be improved 1

No 0

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: When you arrived at the clinic for your (child's) most recent appointment, howwould you rate the courtesy of the first staff member or volunteer you saw?

2017–18 (n)

Excellent 4

Very Good 6

Good 0

Fair 1

Poor 0

Very Poor 0

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Referral from another hospitalQ7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had been referred from another hospital were asked: Did the staff at the clinic have your(child's) medical information?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

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Before the appointmentQ8 Availability of suitable appointment times

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to get an appointment time that suited you?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 10

No 1

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once the hospital offered you a time for your (child's) [appointment/most recentappointment], did you have difficulty confirming the appointment? This may include rescheduling it if necessary.

2017–18 (n)

No 11

Yes 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who experienced difficulty confirming or rescheduling an appointment were asked: Whatdifficulties did you experience when confirming or rescheduling your (child’s) [appointment/most recent appointment]?

No patients (parents) who attended the Cooktown MultipurposeHealth Service general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria tobe asked this question. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

Q11 Offered appointment via telehealth

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Telehealth is a way to have an appointment with your doctor or other healthprofessional using the internet from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Were you (Was child) offered an outpatient appointment viatelehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 7

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Results for this question reflect the experiences of patients (parents) who had an outpatient appointment at the facilityand not by telehealth. The following response has been excluded from results: "It was not appropriate".

Q12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who were not offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth were asked: Would you haveliked to have been offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 1

No 6

This question was not asked in 2015–16. The following responses have been excluded from results: "I didn't want one", "I didn't need one".

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Waiting at the clinicQ16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How long after the scheduled appointment time did the appointment start?

2017–18 (n)

Seen on time, or early 5

Waited up to 15 minutes 4

Waited 16–30 minutes 1

Waited 31–60 minutes 1

Waited more than 1 hour but no more than 2 hours 0

Waited more than 2 hours 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I didn't have an appointment".

Q17 Advised of expected wait time

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youadvised how long you would have to wait?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

Q18 Accuracy of wait time advice

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were advised howlong they would have to wait were asked: Was the wait shorter, longer or about as long as you were told?

No patients (parents) who attended the Cooktown MultipurposeHealth Service general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria tobe asked this question. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q19 Told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youtold why you had to wait?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

Q20 Prefer to be told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were not told whythey had to wait were asked: Would you have liked an explanation [for the wait]?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

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Q21 Apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Didsomeone apologise for the delay?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

Q22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and did not receive anapology for the delay were asked: Would you have liked an apology [for the delay]?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

Q23 Availability of seat in waiting area

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to find a place to sit in the waiting area?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, I/we found a place to sit straight away 10

Yes, but I/we had to wait for a seat 0

No, I/we could not find a place to sit 0

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Environment and facilitiesQ24 Cleanliness of clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: In your opinion, how clean was the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 9

Fairly clean 2

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

Q25 Cleanliness of toilets

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How clean were the toilets at the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 4

Fairly clean 1

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

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TestsQ27 Test results explained in understandable way

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any pre-appointment tests were asked: Did a member of staff explain the results ofthe tests in a way you could understand?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

The following responses have been excluded from responses: "I was told I would get the results at a later date", "I was never told the results of the tests".

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TreatmentsQ29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before your (child's) appointment, did you know that you(he/she) would be undergoing treatment?

No patients (parents) who attended the Cooktown MultipurposeHealth Service general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria tobe asked this question. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.

Q30 Treatment processes explained

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before the treatment did a member of staff explain whatwould happen?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Cooktown MultipurposeHealth Service general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria tobe asked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation".

Q31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment, and had questions, were asked: Before the treatment did a member ofstaff answer your questions in a way you could understand?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Cooktown MultipurposeHealth Service general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria tobe asked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

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DoctorsQ33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have enough time to discuss your (child's) health ormedical problem with the doctor?

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Yes, definitely 10

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) whose doctor recommended surgery or a procedure or provided a referral for other treatmentwere asked: Did the doctor explain the reasons for this surgery, procedure or referral in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 5

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need an explanation".

Q36 Doctors listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did the doctor listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 8

Yes, to some extent 3

No 0

Q37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: If you had questions to ask the doctor, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 10

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the doctor examining andtreating you (child)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 10

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

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NursesQ40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who received care from a nurse were asked: Did the nurse explain the reasons for any careprovided in a way that you could understand?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

The following responses have been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation", "No care was provided".

Q41 Nurses listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did the nurse listen to what you had to say?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

Q42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: If you had questions to ask the nurse, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the nurse?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

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Care and treatmentQ14 Treated with respect and dignity

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did you feel you were (child was) treated with respect and dignity while youwere (he/she was) in the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, always 11

Yes, sometimes 0

No 0

Q44 Staff introduced themselves

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked how many staff treating and examining them (child), who they did not alreadyknow, introduced themselves.

2017–18 (n)

All the staff introduced themselves 5

Some of the staff introduced themselves 4

Very few or none of the staff introduced themselves 0

Q45 Conflicting information provided by staff

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Sometimes in a hospital, a member of staff may say one thing and another maysay something quite different. Did this happen to you during your (child's) [most recent] appointment?

2017–18 (n)

No 10

Yes, to some extent 1

Yes, definitely 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you (and child) given enough privacy, when discussing your (his/her)care or being examined or treated?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 10

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you involved as much as you wanted to be in decisions about your(child's) care and treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 9

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

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Q49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had questions about their (child's) care and treatment they wanted to discuss but did notwere asked: Why didn't you discuss these questions?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

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InformationQ50 Given written information about condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you given any written or printed informationabout your (child's) condition or treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 4

No, but I would have liked it 2

The following response has been excluded from the results: "No, but I did not need this type of information".

Q51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you told what would happen next, for examplewhether you (child) needed another outpatients appointment, to see your (his/her) GP, and so on?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 10

No 1

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q52 Advised when to resume usual activities

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Did clinic staff tell you when you (child) could resume your(his/her) usual activities, such as when to go back to work, drive a car, carry shopping, or do household duties (go back to school or playgroup)?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Cooktown MultipurposeHealth Service general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria tobe asked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did a member of staff tell you about any danger signs to watch for regardingyour (child's) condition [or treatment] after you (he/she) went home?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 3

Yes, to some extent 1

No 2

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q54 Advised who to contact if worried

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did clinic staff tell you who to contact if you were worried about your (child's)condition or treatment after you left the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 8

No 3

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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FeedbackQ55 Information on how to provide feedback

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Some patients (parents) might wish to give feedback such as compliments orcomplaints about the care they (their child) received. While in the outpatient clinic were you told, or did you see a poster or brochure on howto do this?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 5

No 5

This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results. The following responses have been excluded from results: 'Don't know' and 'Can't remember'.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needsQ60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Did the clinic have any culturallyappropriate resources available such as books, posters or brochures – or did you see the Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderflags?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Were you offered support from anAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the CooktownMultipurpose Health Service general surgery outpatient clinic metthe criteria to be asked this question. To protect respondentconfidentiality, these results are not included in this report.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

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Queensland HealthGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18

Summary results

Ayr Hospital

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ContentsIntroduction and MethodologyOverall rating of care13 Rating of care received

Before first appointment4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

Arrival at the clinic5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

Referral from another hospital7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Before the appointment8 Availability of suitable appointment times9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment11 Offered appointment via telehealth12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Waiting at the clinic16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time17 Advised of expected wait time18 Accuracy of wait time advice19 Told reason for wait20 Prefer to be told reason for wait21 Apology for delay22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay23 Availability of seat in waiting area

Environment and facilities24 Cleanliness of clinic25 Cleanliness of toilets

Tests27 Test results explained in understandable way

Treatments29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment30 Treatment processes explained31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Doctors33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood36 Doctors listened to patients37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Nurses40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood41 Nurses listened to patients42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Care and treatment14 Treated with respect and dignity44 Staff introduced themselves45 Conflicting information provided by staff46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

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Information50 Given written information about condition or treatment51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment52 Advised when to resume usual activities53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment54 Advised who to contact if worried

Feedback55 Information on how to provide feedback

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needs60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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IntroductionGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18The General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 13 who visited Ayr Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from 31 Januaryto 11 April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 59% for Ayr Hospital.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses have been weighted and the population estimates presented graphically together with otherfacilities, peer groups and the Queensland average. Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses are reported as raw,unweighted counts. No facility level reports are available for those with fewer than 10 responses, in order to protect respondentconfidentiality.

The objectives of the General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 were to provide patient experience andsatisfaction results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The results of this surveywill be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient clinic services provided and to assist in qualityimprovement activity planning at the facility and statewide levels.

ResultsThese results are the findings from the 2017–18 survey of patients who attended general surgery outpatient clinics.

Raw, unweighted counts of responses are reported.

The most favourable responses are coloured green, while the less favourable and unfavourable responses are presented in black text.

In the case of neutral measures (those without a favourability classification), all responses are presented in black text.

Only the relevant categories have been included in the results reported, with responses such as ‘didn’t need’, ‘don’t know / can’t remember’,and ‘refused’ generally not included. Where one or more of these categories represents a meaningful response they are included forreference alongside the other excluded categories.

To protect respondent confidentiality, results for questions answered by fewer than five respondents are not reported. However, aggregatedresults for all questions are included in aggregated statewide and peer group results in the statewide report.

Methodology

This section provides summary details of the survey methodology. See the Technical supplement for more information.

Questionnaire design

The survey instrument was developed by Queensland Health during a series of Working Group meetings, which included representativesfrom the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff, consumer representatives and statisticians. Questions were basedon the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 Question Bank (© Care Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified orremoved. The survey instrument used and a summary of changes made between the 2017–18 and 2015–16 surveys are available in theTechnical supplement.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a recent general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

had a home or phone appointmentrequested an interpreterrefused consent to be contacted to give feedbackhad insufficient contact informationwere a usual resident of an institutionwere not a resident of Australiawere deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illnesswere not available to do the interview during the survey perioddeclined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at theclinic.

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Sampling

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where patient population permitted was calculated to provide a 95% confidenceinterval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%. For facilities with anexpected number of inscope patients less than, or only marginally higher than, 300 a census was attempted of all inscope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities, e.g. patients in smaller facilities had a higher probabilityof being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selectionprobabilities.

A total of 15,465 patients was selected to participate in the survey across the survey period.

Pre-approach letter

A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years) informing them of theirselection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provideddetails of the appointment for which they had been selected, an assurance of confidentiality, and contact phone numbers where they couldreceive further information about the survey or change their contact details. A flyer with general information for survey participants was alsoincluded.

Response rate

A total of 8,609 interviews was achieved across the interviewing period, with a response rate of 58% for the survey overall.

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Overall rating of careQ13 Rating of care received

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Overall, how would you rate the care you (child) received while in the generalsurgery clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very good 10

Good 1

Adequate 2

Poor 0

Very poor 0

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Before first appointmentQ4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before your (child's) [first] appointment at the clinic for this condition, did youknow who to contact if your (his/her) symptoms or condition got worse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 11

No 2

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Arrival at the clinicQ5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once you arrived at the hospital for your (child's) [appointment/firstappointment] for this condition, was it easy to find your way to the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 13

Yes, but it could be improved 0

No 0

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: When you arrived at the clinic for your (child's) most recent appointment, howwould you rate the courtesy of the first staff member or volunteer you saw?

2017–18 (n)

Excellent 7

Very Good 4

Good 1

Fair 1

Poor 0

Very Poor 0

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Referral from another hospitalQ7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had been referred from another hospital were asked: Did the staff at the clinic have your(child's) medical information?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

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Before the appointmentQ8 Availability of suitable appointment times

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to get an appointment time that suited you?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 12

No 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once the hospital offered you a time for your (child's) [appointment/most recentappointment], did you have difficulty confirming the appointment? This may include rescheduling it if necessary.

2017–18 (n)

No 13

Yes 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who experienced difficulty confirming or rescheduling an appointment were asked: Whatdifficulties did you experience when confirming or rescheduling your (child’s) [appointment/most recent appointment]?

No patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital general surgeryoutpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question. However,aggregated results for this question are presented in the statewidereport.

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

Q11 Offered appointment via telehealth

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Telehealth is a way to have an appointment with your doctor or other healthprofessional using the internet from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Were you (Was child) offered an outpatient appointment viatelehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 1

No 9

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Results for this question reflect the experiences of patients (parents) who had an outpatient appointment at the facilityand not by telehealth. The following response has been excluded from results: "It was not appropriate".

Q12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who were not offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth were asked: Would you haveliked to have been offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 3

No 6

This question was not asked in 2015–16. The following responses have been excluded from results: "I didn't want one", "I didn't need one".

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Waiting at the clinicQ16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How long after the scheduled appointment time did the appointment start?

2017–18 (n)

Seen on time, or early 5

Waited up to 15 minutes 2

Waited 16–30 minutes 1

Waited 31–60 minutes 0

Waited more than 1 hour but no more than 2 hours 0

Waited more than 2 hours 3

The following response has been excluded from results: "I didn't have an appointment".

Q17 Advised of expected wait time

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youadvised how long you would have to wait?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Q18 Accuracy of wait time advice

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were advised howlong they would have to wait were asked: Was the wait shorter, longer or about as long as you were told?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Q19 Told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youtold why you had to wait?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Q20 Prefer to be told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were not told whythey had to wait were asked: Would you have liked an explanation [for the wait]?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

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Q21 Apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Didsomeone apologise for the delay?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Q22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and did not receive anapology for the delay were asked: Would you have liked an apology [for the delay]?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Q23 Availability of seat in waiting area

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to find a place to sit in the waiting area?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, I/we found a place to sit straight away 12

Yes, but I/we had to wait for a seat 0

No, I/we could not find a place to sit 0

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Environment and facilitiesQ24 Cleanliness of clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: In your opinion, how clean was the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 11

Fairly clean 2

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

Q25 Cleanliness of toilets

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How clean were the toilets at the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 4

Fairly clean 1

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

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TestsQ27 Test results explained in understandable way

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any pre-appointment tests were asked: Did a member of staff explain the results ofthe tests in a way you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 4

Yes, to some extent 1

No 1

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TreatmentsQ29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before your (child's) appointment, did you know that you(he/she) would be undergoing treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 5

No, and I did not mind that I wasn't told 0

No, but I would have liked to know 0

Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.

Q30 Treatment processes explained

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before the treatment did a member of staff explain whatwould happen?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 4

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation".

Q31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment, and had questions, were asked: Before the treatment did a member ofstaff answer your questions in a way you could understand?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

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DoctorsQ33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have enough time to discuss your (child's) health ormedical problem with the doctor?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

Q35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) whose doctor recommended surgery or a procedure or provided a referral for other treatmentwere asked: Did the doctor explain the reasons for this surgery, procedure or referral in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 7

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need an explanation".

Q36 Doctors listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did the doctor listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

Q37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: If you had questions to ask the doctor, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 11

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 1

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the doctor examining andtreating you (child)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 9

Yes, to some extent 3

No 1

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NursesQ40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who received care from a nurse were asked: Did the nurse explain the reasons for any careprovided in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 6

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

The following responses have been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation", "No care was provided".

Q41 Nurses listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did the nurse listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 6

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: If you had questions to ask the nurse, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 6

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the nurse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 6

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

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Care and treatmentQ14 Treated with respect and dignity

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did you feel you were (child was) treated with respect and dignity while youwere (he/she was) in the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, always 11

Yes, sometimes 2

No 0

Q44 Staff introduced themselves

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked how many staff treating and examining them (child), who they did not alreadyknow, introduced themselves.

2017–18 (n)

All the staff introduced themselves 11

Some of the staff introduced themselves 1

Very few or none of the staff introduced themselves 1

Q45 Conflicting information provided by staff

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Sometimes in a hospital, a member of staff may say one thing and another maysay something quite different. Did this happen to you during your (child's) [most recent] appointment?

2017–18 (n)

No 9

Yes, to some extent 1

Yes, definitely 3

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you (and child) given enough privacy, when discussing your (his/her)care or being examined or treated?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you involved as much as you wanted to be in decisions about your(child's) care and treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 11

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

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Q49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had questions about their (child's) care and treatment they wanted to discuss but did notwere asked: Why didn't you discuss these questions?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

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InformationQ50 Given written information about condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you given any written or printed informationabout your (child's) condition or treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 5

No, but I would have liked it 1

The following response has been excluded from the results: "No, but I did not need this type of information".

Q51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you told what would happen next, for examplewhether you (child) needed another outpatients appointment, to see your (his/her) GP, and so on?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 11

No 2

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q52 Advised when to resume usual activities

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Did clinic staff tell you when you (child) could resume your(his/her) usual activities, such as when to go back to work, drive a car, carry shopping, or do household duties (go back to school or playgroup)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 4

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did a member of staff tell you about any danger signs to watch for regardingyour (child's) condition [or treatment] after you (he/she) went home?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 5

Yes, to some extent 1

No 3

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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Q54 Advised who to contact if worried

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did clinic staff tell you who to contact if you were worried about your (child's)condition or treatment after you left the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 10

No 3

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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FeedbackQ55 Information on how to provide feedback

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Some patients (parents) might wish to give feedback such as compliments orcomplaints about the care they (their child) received. While in the outpatient clinic were you told, or did you see a poster or brochure on howto do this?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 3

No 8

This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results. The following responses have been excluded from results: 'Don't know' and 'Can't remember'.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needsQ60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Did the clinic have any culturallyappropriate resources available such as books, posters or brochures – or did you see the Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderflags?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Were you offered support from anAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer?

Only two patients (parents) who attended the Ayr Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

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Queensland HealthGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18

Summary results

Charters Towers Hospital

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ContentsIntroduction and MethodologyOverall rating of care13 Rating of care received

Before first appointment4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

Arrival at the clinic5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

Referral from another hospital7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Before the appointment8 Availability of suitable appointment times9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment11 Offered appointment via telehealth12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Waiting at the clinic16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time17 Advised of expected wait time18 Accuracy of wait time advice19 Told reason for wait20 Prefer to be told reason for wait21 Apology for delay22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay23 Availability of seat in waiting area

Environment and facilities24 Cleanliness of clinic25 Cleanliness of toilets

Tests27 Test results explained in understandable way

Treatments29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment30 Treatment processes explained31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Doctors33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood36 Doctors listened to patients37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Nurses40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood41 Nurses listened to patients42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Care and treatment14 Treated with respect and dignity44 Staff introduced themselves45 Conflicting information provided by staff46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

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Information50 Given written information about condition or treatment51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment52 Advised when to resume usual activities53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment54 Advised who to contact if worried

Feedback55 Information on how to provide feedback

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needs60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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IntroductionGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18The General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 19 who visited Charters Towers Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patientsfrom 31 January to 11 April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 61% for Charters Towers Hospital.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses have been weighted and the population estimates presented graphically together with otherfacilities, peer groups and the Queensland average. Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses are reported as raw,unweighted counts. No facility level reports are available for those with fewer than 10 responses, in order to protect respondentconfidentiality.

The objectives of the General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 were to provide patient experience andsatisfaction results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The results of this surveywill be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient clinic services provided and to assist in qualityimprovement activity planning at the facility and statewide levels.

ResultsThese results are the findings from the 2017–18 survey of patients who attended general surgery outpatient clinics.

Raw, unweighted counts of responses are reported.

The most favourable responses are coloured green, while the less favourable and unfavourable responses are presented in black text.

In the case of neutral measures (those without a favourability classification), all responses are presented in black text.

Only the relevant categories have been included in the results reported, with responses such as ‘didn’t need’, ‘don’t know / can’t remember’,and ‘refused’ generally not included. Where one or more of these categories represents a meaningful response they are included forreference alongside the other excluded categories.

To protect respondent confidentiality, results for questions answered by fewer than five respondents are not reported. However, aggregatedresults for all questions are included in aggregated statewide and peer group results in the statewide report.

Methodology

This section provides summary details of the survey methodology. See the Technical supplement for more information.

Questionnaire design

The survey instrument was developed by Queensland Health during a series of Working Group meetings, which included representativesfrom the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff, consumer representatives and statisticians. Questions were basedon the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 Question Bank (© Care Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified orremoved. The survey instrument used and a summary of changes made between the 2017–18 and 2015–16 surveys are available in theTechnical supplement.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a recent general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

had a home or phone appointmentrequested an interpreterrefused consent to be contacted to give feedbackhad insufficient contact informationwere a usual resident of an institutionwere not a resident of Australiawere deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illnesswere not available to do the interview during the survey perioddeclined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at theclinic.

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Sampling

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where patient population permitted was calculated to provide a 95% confidenceinterval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%. For facilities with anexpected number of inscope patients less than, or only marginally higher than, 300 a census was attempted of all inscope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities, e.g. patients in smaller facilities had a higher probabilityof being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selectionprobabilities.

A total of 15,465 patients was selected to participate in the survey across the survey period.

Pre-approach letter

A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years) informing them of theirselection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provideddetails of the appointment for which they had been selected, an assurance of confidentiality, and contact phone numbers where they couldreceive further information about the survey or change their contact details. A flyer with general information for survey participants was alsoincluded.

Response rate

A total of 8,609 interviews was achieved across the interviewing period, with a response rate of 58% for the survey overall.

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Overall rating of careQ13 Rating of care received

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Overall, how would you rate the care you (child) received while in the generalsurgery clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very good 11

Good 7

Adequate 0

Poor 0

Very poor 1

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Before first appointmentQ4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before your (child's) [first] appointment at the clinic for this condition, did youknow who to contact if your (his/her) symptoms or condition got worse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 15

No 4

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Arrival at the clinicQ5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once you arrived at the hospital for your (child's) [appointment/firstappointment] for this condition, was it easy to find your way to the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 14

Yes, but it could be improved 4

No 0

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: When you arrived at the clinic for your (child's) most recent appointment, howwould you rate the courtesy of the first staff member or volunteer you saw?

2017–18 (n)

Excellent 11

Very Good 6

Good 2

Fair 0

Poor 0

Very Poor 0

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Referral from another hospitalQ7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had been referred from another hospital were asked: Did the staff at the clinic have your(child's) medical information?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 6

No 1

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Before the appointmentQ8 Availability of suitable appointment times

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to get an appointment time that suited you?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 17

No 2

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once the hospital offered you a time for your (child's) [appointment/most recentappointment], did you have difficulty confirming the appointment? This may include rescheduling it if necessary.

2017–18 (n)

No 18

Yes 1

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who experienced difficulty confirming or rescheduling an appointment were asked: Whatdifficulties did you experience when confirming or rescheduling your (child’s) [appointment/most recent appointment]?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

Q11 Offered appointment via telehealth

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Telehealth is a way to have an appointment with your doctor or other healthprofessional using the internet from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Were you (Was child) offered an outpatient appointment viatelehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 1

No 11

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Results for this question reflect the experiences of patients (parents) who had an outpatient appointment at the facilityand not by telehealth. The following response has been excluded from results: "It was not appropriate".

Q12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who were not offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth were asked: Would you haveliked to have been offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 9

This question was not asked in 2015–16. The following responses have been excluded from results: "I didn't want one", "I didn't need one".

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Waiting at the clinicQ16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How long after the scheduled appointment time did the appointment start?

2017–18 (n)

Seen on time, or early 5

Waited up to 15 minutes 1

Waited 16–30 minutes 4

Waited 31–60 minutes 3

Waited more than 1 hour but no more than 2 hours 4

Waited more than 2 hours 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I didn't have an appointment".

Q17 Advised of expected wait time

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youadvised how long you would have to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 6

No 5

Q18 Accuracy of wait time advice

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were advised howlong they would have to wait were asked: Was the wait shorter, longer or about as long as you were told?

2017–18 (n)

Shorter 1

About as long as I was told 4

Longer 0

Q19 Told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youtold why you had to wait?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 4

No 5

Q20 Prefer to be told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were not told whythey had to wait were asked: Would you have liked an explanation [for the wait]?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 3

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Q21 Apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Didsomeone apologise for the delay?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 8

Q22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and did not receive anapology for the delay were asked: Would you have liked an apology [for the delay]?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 2

No 6

Q23 Availability of seat in waiting area

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to find a place to sit in the waiting area?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, I/we found a place to sit straight away 18

Yes, but I/we had to wait for a seat 0

No, I/we could not find a place to sit 0

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Environment and facilitiesQ24 Cleanliness of clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: In your opinion, how clean was the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 15

Fairly clean 3

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

Q25 Cleanliness of toilets

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How clean were the toilets at the clinic?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

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TestsQ27 Test results explained in understandable way

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any pre-appointment tests were asked: Did a member of staff explain the results ofthe tests in a way you could understand?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following responses have been excluded from responses: "I was told I would get the results at a later date", "I was never told the results of the tests".

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TreatmentsQ29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before your (child's) appointment, did you know that you(he/she) would be undergoing treatment?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.

Q30 Treatment processes explained

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before the treatment did a member of staff explain whatwould happen?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation".

Q31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment, and had questions, were asked: Before the treatment did a member ofstaff answer your questions in a way you could understand?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

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DoctorsQ33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have enough time to discuss your (child's) health ormedical problem with the doctor?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 14

Yes, to some extent 2

No 1

Q35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) whose doctor recommended surgery or a procedure or provided a referral for other treatmentwere asked: Did the doctor explain the reasons for this surgery, procedure or referral in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 6

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need an explanation".

Q36 Doctors listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did the doctor listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 14

Yes, to some extent 3

No 1

Q37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: If you had questions to ask the doctor, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, to some extent 3

No 1

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the doctor examining andtreating you (child)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 14

Yes, to some extent 2

No 2

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NursesQ40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who received care from a nurse were asked: Did the nurse explain the reasons for any careprovided in a way that you could understand?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following responses have been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation", "No care was provided".

Q41 Nurses listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did the nurse listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 4

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: If you had questions to ask the nurse, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the nurse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 4

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

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Care and treatmentQ14 Treated with respect and dignity

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did you feel you were (child was) treated with respect and dignity while youwere (he/she was) in the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, always 15

Yes, sometimes 2

No 1

Q44 Staff introduced themselves

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked how many staff treating and examining them (child), who they did not alreadyknow, introduced themselves.

2017–18 (n)

All the staff introduced themselves 14

Some of the staff introduced themselves 0

Very few or none of the staff introduced themselves 2

Q45 Conflicting information provided by staff

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Sometimes in a hospital, a member of staff may say one thing and another maysay something quite different. Did this happen to you during your (child's) [most recent] appointment?

2017–18 (n)

No 15

Yes, to some extent 3

Yes, definitely 1

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you (and child) given enough privacy, when discussing your (his/her)care or being examined or treated?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 18

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

Q47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you involved as much as you wanted to be in decisions about your(child's) care and treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 15

Yes, to some extent 2

No 2

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Q49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had questions about their (child's) care and treatment they wanted to discuss but did notwere asked: Why didn't you discuss these questions?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

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InformationQ50 Given written information about condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you given any written or printed informationabout your (child's) condition or treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 4

No, but I would have liked it 4

The following response has been excluded from the results: "No, but I did not need this type of information".

Q51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you told what would happen next, for examplewhether you (child) needed another outpatients appointment, to see your (his/her) GP, and so on?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 15

No 3

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q52 Advised when to resume usual activities

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Did clinic staff tell you when you (child) could resume your(his/her) usual activities, such as when to go back to work, drive a car, carry shopping, or do household duties (go back to school or playgroup)?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Charters TowersHospital general surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to beasked this question. To protect respondent confidentiality, theseresults are not included in this report. However, aggregated resultsfor this question are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did a member of staff tell you about any danger signs to watch for regardingyour (child's) condition [or treatment] after you (he/she) went home?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 7

Yes, to some extent 1

No 6

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q54 Advised who to contact if worried

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did clinic staff tell you who to contact if you were worried about your (child's)condition or treatment after you left the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 9

No 9

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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FeedbackQ55 Information on how to provide feedback

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Some patients (parents) might wish to give feedback such as compliments orcomplaints about the care they (their child) received. While in the outpatient clinic were you told, or did you see a poster or brochure on howto do this?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 6

No 11

This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results. The following responses have been excluded from results: 'Don't know' and 'Can't remember'.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needsQ60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Did the clinic have any culturallyappropriate resources available such as books, posters or brochures – or did you see the Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderflags?

No patients (parents) who attended the Charters Towers Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Were you offered support from anAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer?

No patients (parents) who attended the Charters Towers Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

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Queensland HealthGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18

Summary results

Ingham Hospital

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ContentsIntroduction and MethodologyOverall rating of care13 Rating of care received

Before first appointment4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

Arrival at the clinic5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

Referral from another hospital7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Before the appointment8 Availability of suitable appointment times9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment11 Offered appointment via telehealth12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Waiting at the clinic16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time17 Advised of expected wait time18 Accuracy of wait time advice19 Told reason for wait20 Prefer to be told reason for wait21 Apology for delay22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay23 Availability of seat in waiting area

Environment and facilities24 Cleanliness of clinic25 Cleanliness of toilets

Tests27 Test results explained in understandable way

Treatments29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment30 Treatment processes explained31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Doctors33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood36 Doctors listened to patients37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Nurses40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood41 Nurses listened to patients42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Care and treatment14 Treated with respect and dignity44 Staff introduced themselves45 Conflicting information provided by staff46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

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Information50 Given written information about condition or treatment51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment52 Advised when to resume usual activities53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment54 Advised who to contact if worried

Feedback55 Information on how to provide feedback

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needs60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

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IntroductionGeneral Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18The General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 obtained feedback from 8,609 surgery and endoscopy patientswho visited general surgery outpatient clinics in Queensland public hospitals and multipurpose health services between October 2017 andJanuary 2018, including 13 who visited Ingham Hospital. Computer assisted telephone interviews were conducted with patients from 31January to 11 April 2018. The response rate was 58% for all facilities in the survey overall, and 62% for Ingham Hospital.

This is the second time this survey has been run, the previous time being in 2015–16. Of the 49 facilities that participated in the 2017–18survey, 45 were also included in the 2015–16 survey. Interviews were achieved for 46 of the 49 facilities.

Results for facilities with 30 or more responses have been weighted and the population estimates presented graphically together with otherfacilities, peer groups and the Queensland average. Results for facilities with at least 10 but fewer than 30 responses are reported as raw,unweighted counts. No facility level reports are available for those with fewer than 10 responses, in order to protect respondentconfidentiality.

The objectives of the General Surgery Outpatient Clinic Patient Experience Survey 2017–18 were to provide patient experience andsatisfaction results across components of general surgery outpatient clinic care, at a statewide and facility level. The results of this surveywill be used in monitoring and evaluating the quality of general surgery outpatient clinic services provided and to assist in qualityimprovement activity planning at the facility and statewide levels.

ResultsThese results are the findings from the 2017–18 survey of patients who attended general surgery outpatient clinics.

Raw, unweighted counts of responses are reported.

The most favourable responses are coloured green, while the less favourable and unfavourable responses are presented in black text.

In the case of neutral measures (those without a favourability classification), all responses are presented in black text.

Only the relevant categories have been included in the results reported, with responses such as ‘didn’t need’, ‘don’t know / can’t remember’,and ‘refused’ generally not included. Where one or more of these categories represents a meaningful response they are included forreference alongside the other excluded categories.

To protect respondent confidentiality, results for questions answered by fewer than five respondents are not reported. However, aggregatedresults for all questions are included in aggregated statewide and peer group results in the statewide report.

Methodology

This section provides summary details of the survey methodology. See the Technical supplement for more information.

Questionnaire design

The survey instrument was developed by Queensland Health during a series of Working Group meetings, which included representativesfrom the Statewide Surgical Advisory Committee, outpatient clinic staff, consumer representatives and statisticians. Questions were basedon the Outpatients Department Survey 2011 Question Bank (© Care Quality Commission), with some questions added, modified orremoved. The survey instrument used and a summary of changes made between the 2017–18 and 2015–16 surveys are available in theTechnical supplement.

Scope

Patients were included who attended a recent general surgery outpatient clinic appointment at one of the participating facilities between 1October 2017 and 31 January 2018.

Patients were excluded from the sample if they:

had a home or phone appointmentrequested an interpreterrefused consent to be contacted to give feedbackhad insufficient contact informationwere a usual resident of an institutionwere not a resident of Australiawere deceased.

Patients were excluded if, once contacted, they:

were unable to complete the interview due to hearing, speech, language or cognitive difficulties or illnesswere not available to do the interview during the survey perioddeclined to participate.

Responses for patients under the age of 16 years were provided by their parent or guardian, or by the adult who accompanied them at theclinic.

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Sampling

The target sample size of at least 300 interviews per facility where patient population permitted was calculated to provide a 95% confidenceinterval achieving a margin of error up to six percentage points either side of a point prevalence estimate of 60%. For facilities with anexpected number of inscope patients less than, or only marginally higher than, 300 a census was attempted of all inscope patients.

With this sample design, the probability of selecting patients varied across facilities, e.g. patients in smaller facilities had a higher probabilityof being selected than patients from larger facilities. Statistical methods used to analyse the survey data account for these different selectionprobabilities.

A total of 15,465 patients was selected to participate in the survey across the survey period.

Pre-approach letter

A pre-approach letter was sent to all selected patients (parents/guardians of patients aged less than 16 years) informing them of theirselection in the survey and advising them that they could expect to receive a phone call in the following weeks. The letter also provideddetails of the appointment for which they had been selected, an assurance of confidentiality, and contact phone numbers where they couldreceive further information about the survey or change their contact details. A flyer with general information for survey participants was alsoincluded.

Response rate

A total of 8,609 interviews was achieved across the interviewing period, with a response rate of 58% for the survey overall.

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Overall rating of careQ13 Rating of care received

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Overall, how would you rate the care you (child) received while in the generalsurgery clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very good 8

Good 4

Adequate 0

Poor 1

Very poor 0

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Before first appointmentQ4 Knew who to contact if symptoms or condition got worse before first appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before your (child's) [first] appointment at the clinic for this condition, did youknow who to contact if your (his/her) symptoms or condition got worse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 11

No 2

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Arrival at the clinicQ5 Easy to find the way to the general surgery clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once you arrived at the hospital for your (child's) [appointment/firstappointment] for this condition, was it easy to find your way to the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, but it could be improved 1

No 0

Q15 Courtesy of staff/volunteer on arrival

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: When you arrived at the clinic for your (child's) most recent appointment, howwould you rate the courtesy of the first staff member or volunteer you saw?

2017–18 (n)

Excellent 6

Very Good 6

Good 1

Fair 0

Poor 0

Very Poor 0

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Referral from another hospitalQ7 Transfer of medical information from referring hospital

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had been referred from another hospital were asked: Did the staff at the clinic have your(child's) medical information?

No patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

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Before the appointmentQ8 Availability of suitable appointment times

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to get an appointment time that suited you?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 13

No 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q9 Difficulty confirming or rescheduling appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Once the hospital offered you a time for your (child's) [appointment/most recentappointment], did you have difficulty confirming the appointment? This may include rescheduling it if necessary.

2017–18 (n)

No 13

Yes 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q10 Type of difficulty experienced confirming or rescheduling appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who experienced difficulty confirming or rescheduling an appointment were asked: Whatdifficulties did you experience when confirming or rescheduling your (child’s) [appointment/most recent appointment]?

No patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

Q11 Offered appointment via telehealth

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Telehealth is a way to have an appointment with your doctor or other healthprofessional using the internet from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Were you (Was child) offered an outpatient appointment viatelehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 0

No 10

This question was not asked in 2015–16. Results for this question reflect the experiences of patients (parents) who had an outpatient appointment at the facilityand not by telehealth. The following response has been excluded from results: "It was not appropriate".

Q12 Would like to have been offered an appointment via telehealth

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who were not offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth were asked: Would you haveliked to have been offered an outpatient appointment via telehealth?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 1

No 8

This question was not asked in 2015–16. The following responses have been excluded from results: "I didn't want one", "I didn't need one".

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Waiting at the clinicQ16 Length of wait after scheduled appointment time

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How long after the scheduled appointment time did the appointment start?

2017–18 (n)

Seen on time, or early 4

Waited up to 15 minutes 4

Waited 16–30 minutes 4

Waited 31–60 minutes 0

Waited more than 1 hour but no more than 2 hours 0

Waited more than 2 hours 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I didn't have an appointment".

Q17 Advised of expected wait time

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youadvised how long you would have to wait?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q18 Accuracy of wait time advice

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were advised howlong they would have to wait were asked: Was the wait shorter, longer or about as long as you were told?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Q19 Told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Were youtold why you had to wait?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q20 Prefer to be told reason for wait

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and were not told whythey had to wait were asked: Would you have liked an explanation [for the wait]?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

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Q21 Apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time were asked: Didsomeone apologise for the delay?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q22 Prefer to receive an apology for delay

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who waited more than 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment time and did not receive anapology for the delay were asked: Would you have liked an apology [for the delay]?

Only three patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

Q23 Availability of seat in waiting area

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you able to find a place to sit in the waiting area?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, I/we found a place to sit straight away 13

Yes, but I/we had to wait for a seat 0

No, I/we could not find a place to sit 0

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Environment and facilitiesQ24 Cleanliness of clinic

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: In your opinion, how clean was the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Very clean 11

Fairly clean 1

Not very clean 0

Not at all clean 0

Q25 Cleanliness of toilets

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: How clean were the toilets at the clinic?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

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TestsQ27 Test results explained in understandable way

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any pre-appointment tests were asked: Did a member of staff explain the results ofthe tests in a way you could understand?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

The following responses have been excluded from responses: "I was told I would get the results at a later date", "I was never told the results of the tests".

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TreatmentsQ29 Knew to expect treatment during appointment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before your (child's) appointment, did you know that you(he/she) would be undergoing treatment?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Results for this question may be attributable to treatments that could not have been advised of before the appointment.

Q30 Treatment processes explained

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Before the treatment did a member of staff explain whatwould happen?

No patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation".

Q31 Understandable answers to questions about treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment, and had questions, were asked: Before the treatment did a member ofstaff answer your questions in a way you could understand?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

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DoctorsQ33 Sufficient time to discuss health/medical problem with doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have enough time to discuss your (child's) health ormedical problem with the doctor?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 10

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q35 Reasons for surgery, procedure, or referral explained by doctors in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) whose doctor recommended surgery or a procedure or provided a referral for other treatmentwere asked: Did the doctor explain the reasons for this surgery, procedure or referral in a way that you could understand?

Only four patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospitalgeneral surgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked thisquestion. To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are notincluded in this report. However, aggregated results for thisquestion are presented in the statewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need an explanation".

Q36 Doctors listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did the doctor listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 10

Yes, to some extent 2

No 0

Q37 Understandable answers to patients' questions from doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: If you had questions to ask the doctor, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 11

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q38 Confidence and trust in doctors

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a doctor were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the doctor examining andtreating you (child)?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 10

Yes, to some extent 1

No 1

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NursesQ40 Reasons for care explained by nurses in a way patients understood

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who received care from a nurse were asked: Did the nurse explain the reasons for any careprovided in a way that you could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 5

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

The following responses have been excluded from results: "I did not want an explanation", "No care was provided".

Q41 Nurses listened to patients

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did the nurse listen to what you had to say?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 6

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

Q42 Understandable answers to patients' question from nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: If you had questions to ask the nurse, did you get answers thatyou could understand?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 6

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

I did not have the opportunity to ask 0

The following response has been excluded from results: "I did not need to ask questions".

Q43 Confidence and trust in nurses

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who saw a nurse were asked: Did you have confidence and trust in the nurse?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 6

Yes, to some extent 0

No 0

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Care and treatmentQ14 Treated with respect and dignity

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did you feel you were (child was) treated with respect and dignity while youwere (he/she was) in the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, always 10

Yes, sometimes 2

No 1

Q44 Staff introduced themselves

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked how many staff treating and examining them (child), who they did not alreadyknow, introduced themselves.

2017–18 (n)

All the staff introduced themselves 8

Some of the staff introduced themselves 1

Very few or none of the staff introduced themselves 1

Q45 Conflicting information provided by staff

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Sometimes in a hospital, a member of staff may say one thing and another maysay something quite different. Did this happen to you during your (child's) [most recent] appointment?

2017–18 (n)

No 12

Yes, to some extent 1

Yes, definitely 0

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q46 Sufficient privacy when discussing care or being examined or treated

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you (and child) given enough privacy, when discussing your (his/her)care or being examined or treated?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 12

Yes, to some extent 1

No 0

Q47 Involved as much as desired in decisions about care and treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Were you involved as much as you wanted to be in decisions about your(child's) care and treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, definitely 11

Yes, to some extent 0

No 1

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Q49 Reasons for patients not raising questions about care and treatment

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had questions about their (child's) care and treatment they wanted to discuss but did notwere asked: Why didn't you discuss these questions?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

Since each patient (parent) was able to give more than one response, percentages may not add up to 100%.

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InformationQ50 Given written information about condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you given any written or printed informationabout your (child's) condition or treatment?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 5

No, but I would have liked it 0

The following response has been excluded from the results: "No, but I did not need this type of information".

Q51 Advised of next step after clinic appointment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Before you left the clinic, were you told what would happen next, for examplewhether you (child) needed another outpatients appointment, to see your (his/her) GP, and so on?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 11

No 2

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q52 Advised when to resume usual activities

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) who had any treatment were asked: Did clinic staff tell you when you (child) could resume your(his/her) usual activities, such as when to go back to work, drive a car, carry shopping, or do household duties (go back to school or playgroup)?

No patients (parents) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.However, aggregated results for this question are presented in thestatewide report.

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q53 Advised about danger signs of condition or treatment

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did a member of staff tell you about any danger signs to watch for regardingyour (child's) condition [or treatment] after you (he/she) went home?

2017–18 (n)

Yes, completely 7

Yes, to some extent 0

No 2

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

Q54 Advised who to contact if worried

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Did clinic staff tell you who to contact if you were worried about your (child's)condition or treatment after you left the clinic?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 5

No 8

The following response has been excluded from results: "Don't know / Can't remember".

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FeedbackQ55 Information on how to provide feedback

All patients (parents/guardians of child patients) were asked: Some patients (parents) might wish to give feedback such as compliments orcomplaints about the care they (their child) received. While in the outpatient clinic were you told, or did you see a poster or brochure on howto do this?

2017–18 (n)

Yes 4

No 6

This question was modified in 2017–18, therefore care should be taken when making comparisons with previous results. The following responses have been excluded from results: 'Don't know' and 'Can't remember'.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients' cultural needsQ60 Provision of culturally appropriate resources

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Did the clinic have any culturallyappropriate resources available such as books, posters or brochures – or did you see the Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderflags?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

Q61 Offered support from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer

Patients (parents/guardians of child patients) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin were asked: Were you offered support from anAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health worker or hospital liaison officer?

Only one patient (parent) who attended the Ingham Hospital generalsurgery outpatient clinic met the criteria to be asked this question.To protect respondent confidentiality, these results are not includedin this report. However, aggregated results for this question arepresented in the statewide report.

This question was not asked in 2015–16.

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