Redditch patient regains mobility after using NHS scheme to access faster hip surgery
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Redditch patient regains mobility after using NHS scheme to access faster hip surgery

56 minutes ago · Originally published 29 Oct 2026 8/10 Original headline: NHS patients choose to travel further for faster surgeries under scheme
After facing a year-long wait for hip surgery, 67-year-old Joy Cullen used the NHS Patient Choice scheme to receive treatment at a different hospital within 30 minutes of her home. The procedure allowed her to return to work and daily activities months sooner than expected, highlighting how choosing a different location can significantly reduce waiting times for patients.
Source: Yorkshire Post West Midlands
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