NHS Forth Valley Annual Review

Posted on September 8, 2017

The Annual Review of NHS Forth Valley’s performance over the last year will take place on Friday 22^nd September in the Lecture Theatre at Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Stirling Road, Larbert, FK5 4WR, from 2pm. The event is open to members of the public.

NHS Forth Valley’s Chairman, Alex Linkston, will deliver a brief presentation highlighting some of the major achievements and challenges during 2016/17. There will then be an opportunity for members of the public to ask questions, although it will not be possible to answer questions on specific patient issues.

Those wishing to attend should inform NHS Forth Valley by Monday 18^th September, and advise them of any additional requirements.

For further information, or to inform NHS Forth Valley of your attendance, please contact them by Freephone: 0800 456033, or email: FV-UHB.YourHealthService@nhs.net

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