Clinics « Paediatric Diabetes
There are several different types of clinics for children with diabetes. We ask that you attend a clinic approximately every 3 months. If you are unable to attend an appointment it is important that you let the appointments department know… read more →
Audiology Tests « Audiology
Hearing Tests for Adults and Children from Birth Onwards Otoacoustic Emissions This test is commonly used as a screening test. It is based on the principle that the ear will produce a faint sound (echo) when it hears. A small… read more →
Financial Wellbeing « Staff Support and Wellbeing
Financial Wellbeing focuses on how an individual feels about money, and the impact that personal finances have on their overall wellbeing. Research suggests that a poor financial situation will have a direct detrimental effect on an individual’s mental health, producing… read more →
FAQs « Ophthalmology
NEW REFERRALS What happens when I’m referred to the eye clinic? All referrals are screened by a consultant ophthalmologist who reviews the information from the referrer such as examination findings, treatment thus far and your other relevant medical health problems… read more →
Active Travel « Physical Activity
In Scotland half of short journeys of 1 – 2 km are made by car, and two-thirds of all car journeys are made alone. If that’s you, could you make a change? Active travel is a journey with an element… read more →
Weight Loss (Bariatric) Surgery « Adult Weight Management
NHS Forth Valley does not carry out bariatric surgery procedures locally and so cases are referred to other centres when surgery is indicated. Funding for weight loss surgery in NHS Forth Valley is limited and we can only offer surgery… read more →
Delirium « Dementia Services
Delirium is a state of mental confusion which can happen if a person becomes unwell. Delirium can affect anyone however it is more common in older people and those with a memory issue such as dementia are at greater risk.… read more →
Forth Valley Royal Hospital « Hospitals
Abortion Safe Access Zones are in place at 30 Scottish hospitals from September 2024, making it illegal to influence, harass, or block anyone accessing or providing abortion services. x Forth Valley Royal Hospital is one of the most modern and… read more →
Maternity « Services A to Z
We provide care during pregnancy, labour birth and postnatally for around 3000 women and pregnant people and their babies each year in our maternity unit at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. We recognise that pregnancy and birth are really important times… read more →
Child Clavicle Fracture « Minor Injuries Unit
Your child has fractured (broken) their collar bone. This type of fracture is common in children and it is usually caused by a fall onto the shoulder. This type of fracture usually heals well with time and no routine follow… read more →