We know how important it is for patients and families to be able to see visitors. Please help us keep our patients and staff as safe as possible by checking the guidance below before you visiting.
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We recognise the impact that a long stay in hospital can have on families and the importance of maintaining strong communication. Our ward staff are keeping in touch with patients’ next of kin directly and our Voluntary Services team can help pass on personal messages from family and friends.
After suspending visiting earlier in the year, we are now able to offer limited visiting to some wards at the discretion of the nurse in-charge.”
Read more on visiting times...
We recognise the impact that a long stay in hospital can have on families and the importance of maintaining strong communication. Our ward staff are keeping in touch with patients’ next of kin directly and our Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) can help pass on personal messages from family and friends.
The Queen Alexandra Hospital is located just on the hill slopes of Portsdown Hill overlooking Portsmouth. It is conveniently situated for both the M27 and A3M.
Family members and carers play an important role in supporting patients during an episode of ill health. We are committed to the active involvement of family members, friends and carers during a hospital stay. Family members and carers play an important role in supporting patients during an episode of ill health.
More information on visiting hospital for an appointment.
If you've had experience of using our services and would like to make a comment then please contact the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS). Your views are very important to us and we would like to hear where you think improvements are needed or where things have gone so well that you would like to share your thanks or gratitude with the staff involved. When things have not gone so well then you can be sure that we want to hear from you, so please get in touch with PALS.
During your stay in hospital you will meet a number of different members of staff. All members of staff wear name badges, but if you are not sure who someone is or what they do, please feel free to ask them to introduce themselves and explain what they do.
If you have any questions about your treatment, please ask a doctor or a nurse.
There are lots of opportunities for you to get involved with the Trust, from volunteering to attending our public meetings, our Annual General Meeting or our hospital open day which is held every year.
We welcome and value your feedback and use the views you share with us in a number of ways to learn and make improvements as well as sharing best practice. Feedback can be provided in a number of ways.
Last updated: 24 March 2021
Changes to routine blood tests at Queen Alexandra Hospital
The Blood Testing team at Queen Alexandra Hospital (QA) provide an efficient service for patients who require a blood test. Blood tests typically take a few minutes to complete and are one of the most common types of medical test.
In order to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and prevent overcrowding in the waiting room, changes have been made to how we carry out blood tests at QA.
The blood clinic is operating on an appointment only system.
Outpatient blood tests will only be carried out at QA if the sample needs to be immediately taken to the labs or you are immuno-compromised. Your GP practice will let you know if this applies to you and you will need to book an appointment before attending.
This clinic is open from 7.45am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
If you need to have a blood test, please call 07546760609 to book an appointment.
You can also book at a number of other clinics locally. These are:
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St Mary's Community Health Campus |
7am to 4.30pm, Monday and Wednesday 7am to 1.30pm, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday |
030 0123 6612 |
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Gosport War Memorial Hospital |
8am to 1pm, Monday to Friday |
023 9268 1755 |
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Fareham Community Hospital |
8am to 1pm, Monday, Wednesday and Friday |
023 9268 1755 |
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Petersfield Community Hospital |
7am to 1pm, Monday and Tuesday |
079 4383 6488 |
Please make sure you attend at your appointment time so that each location can maintain social distancing. Please do not bring anyone else with you unless you need them to attend to support you with your care. Thank you for your understanding as we continue to take the necessary steps to help you, your loved ones, individuals and teams stay safe.
If you are experiencing a high temperature or a new persistent cough please do not attend your blood test. Instead follow the Government guidelines to self-isolate for 7 days. If you live with someone who has symptoms, you’ll need to self-isolate for 14 days from the day their symptoms started and please do not attend your blood test.
If your symptoms worsen or you need help, please visit the NHS 111 online service.
Relocation of Covid Swabbing Team
The Covid-19 Swabbing Team can now be found in the Phlebotomy Department on C Level at QA Hospital.
To book an appointment for asymptomatic patients requiring a Covid-19 swabbing test, please contact the central booking line on 02392 681712 between 9am to 4pm.
The opening hours for Covid-19 swabbing are Monday to Friday, 8am to 2pm, and Saturday to Sunday, 8am to 12pm.
See clinics for details
C Level and accessed via the North entrance of the Queen Alexandra Hospital site.
From the North entrance, take the corridor on the left and we are the first department on the left.
See clinics options above for details
