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Man dies after harrowing 26-hour wait in ER

<p>A former nurse has vowed to "fight to the bitter end" to force change to Queensland's beleaguered health system after his father died following a 26-hour wait in an emergency department.</p> <p>Neville Clayton died less than a week after he endured multiple heart attacks amid a traumatic wait at Ipswich Hospital as the state's bed shortage reached "crisis" point.</p> <p>His son, Anthony, who worked as a nurse on the Gold Coast for close to 30 years said he was "disgusted" in the state's health system.</p> <p>In March, a paramedic arrived at the family's Ipswich home 20 minutes after being called and said Neville would need to be transported more than an hour away to the Toowoomba Hospital because the local facility was at capacity.</p> <p>But before the 67-year-old began the long journey west, an advance care ambulance team arrived and the man was transported to the Ipswich Hospital after protests from the patient's family, said Anthony.</p> <p>The family said he waited in excruciating pain for an hour until a doctor admitted him into the emergency department where the long wait to be transferred to the specialist ward began.</p> <p>With no coronary care beds available at the facility, Anthony said his dad suffered several smaller heart attacks in the time he waited for dedicated cardiac treatment.</p> <p>It wasn’t until another patient suffering from a heart condition was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane that a bed became available for Neville on Wednesday afternoon.</p> <p>Five days after arriving at the hospital, Neville rang his wife in unbearable pain to say it “felt like a horse was laying on my chest”.</p> <p>She let him know she loved him and that would soon be at the hospital and be by his side, but he passed 30 minutes after the call.</p> <p>A spokesperson for the body responsible for the management of the Ipswich Hospital offered condolences to the Claytons and extended an invitation to “sit down and discuss his care”.</p> <p>West Moreton Health insists Neville received clinical care and monitoring while waiting in the ED.</p> <p>“The Ipswich Hospital emergency department is equipped with critical care monitoring and staffed by specialists, meaning patients continue to receive quality care within the ED while awaiting transfer to the ward,” the spokesperson told NCA NewsWire.</p> <p>“If anyone has concerns, complaints or questions about their healthcare, including treatment options and outcomes, we want to hear from them. We improve how we deliver care through the ongoing review of our practices and procedures.”</p> <p>Anthony applauded the tireless work of doctors and nurses, insisting “I blame the politicians and the health sector for not paying enough attention to these issues”.</p> <p>“I’m very frustrated that these people are waiting on an ambulance bed or in an emergency room without being treated properly,” he said.</p>

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6 best medical shows ever made

<p>Medical shows are often hit or miss – they can run the risk of being too cheesy, too gory and who ever saw so many attractive people in a hospital anyway? Let’s take a look back on some of the medical dramas (and comedies!) that won us over with their tales of tragedy, love and hope.</p> <p><strong>1. <em>ER</em></strong></p> <p>This medical drama, which first aired back in 1994 and ran for an impressive 15 seasons until it was cancelled in 2009. Playing host to some of the biggest names in show business (including launching George Clooney to stardom), <em>ER</em> told the stories of the patients and staff in a busy Chicago hospital. In its 15-year history, the show racked up a record 124 Emmy Award nominations – of which it won 23 – making it the most-nominated drama in history.</p> <p><strong>2. <em>Marcus Welby, M.D.</em></strong></p> <p>One of the original medical programs, <em>Marcus Welby, M.D.</em> featured Robert Young and James Brolin as two doctors who butted heads over their methods, but always worked together to get the best result for their patients. It candidly covered medical topics like depression, cancer, sexual health, learning disabilities and Alzheimer’s disease. Both Young and Brolin won Emmys for their performances, but the series was cancelled in 1976 due to medical dramas’ falling popularity.</p> <p><strong>3. <em>Doc Martin</em></strong></p> <p>Possibly the only ever TV doctor to be scared of blood, Martin Clunes’ portrayal of the small town GP Dr Martin Ellingham won him legions of fans around the world. Since first airing in 2004, the show has been adapted into series in Spain, France, Germany, Austria, Greece, the Netherlands, Russia and the Czech Republic. It has been reported that a US version is currently in talks, to be led by Friends co-creator Marta Kauffman.</p> <p><strong>4. <em>M*A*S*H</em></strong></p> <p><em>M*A*S*H</em> was the multi-genre hit which took the world by storm between 1972 and 1983. Starring Alan Alda and Loretta Swit, the 11-season series was set at the “4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital” (M.A.S.H) during the Korean War. Often called one of the greatest TV shows of all time, <em>M*A*S*H</em> won 14 Emmys and gave us some of the most memorable characters, stories and quotes on television.</p> <p><strong>5. <em>Grey’s Anatomy</em></strong></p> <p>Starring Ellen Pompeo, Patrick Dempsey, Katherine Heigl, Karen Oh and Jeffery Dean Morgan, this ground-breaking medical drama first hit our screens in 2005 and quickly became a favourite around the world. Known for its portrayal of strong, smart women and its racially diverse cast, <em>Grey’s Anatomy</em> has brought us plenty of drama over the years – both on and off screen. It has just finished airing its 12th season.</p> <p><strong>6. <em>St. Elsewhere</em></strong></p> <p>Denzel Washington soared to fame thanks to his role on this gritty medical drama set in a Boston hospital. Running from 1982 to 1988, the series also featured Hollywood heavyweights Ed Begley Jr., Howie Mandel and Mark Harmon. Despite not being a huge ratings success, <em>St. Elsewhere</em> earned itself a cult following and received an impressive 13 Emmys in its 6-season run. And who could forget that twist ending? Don’t worry – we won’t spoil it for you!</p> <p>Which of these TV shows is your favourite? Are there any you would add to the list? Let us know in the comments below.</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><a href="/entertainment/tv/2016/06/shocking-facts-about-tv-shows/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>10 shocking facts you didn’t know about your favourite TV shows</strong></em></span></a></p> <p><a href="/entertainment/tv/2016/05/best-crime-shows-of-all-time/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>The 8 best crime shows of all time</strong></em></span></a></p> <p><a href="/entertainment/tv/2016/04/where-are-the-cast-of-mash-now/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>MASH: Where are they now?</strong></em></span></a></p>

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