I have recently been discharged from Ward F at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre at Headington, Oxford, following an operation for a total knee replacement.

May I publicly thank all those involved in the procedure for the excellent care that I received, including surgery, nursing, cleaning and catering?

It is hard to imagine that any higher standard could possibly be achieved.

Each individual afforded me the utmost kindness and respect, making my stay in hospital as pleasant as such an experience can be.

I would sincerely thank them all for their valuable contribution towards my recovery.

CM JOYCE (Mrs), Thomson Terrace, Littlemore, Oxford