Christmas in Bangkok.

[drron]

The orthopaedic surgeon said it was the greater tuberosity of the humerus but not displaced. Which means her arm is in a sling for a while. Fortunately no surgery.

Meanwhile I have been promoted to the position of Personal Valet.

 

[RooFlyer]

All the best to @mrs.dr.ron

 

[Quickstatus]

promoted to the position

And physio?
…
Pity the script pads don’t work over there

 

[drron]

And physio?
…
Pity the script pads don’t work over there

I shredded all my scipt pads in October as I didn’t renew my registration.
I think I would make an awful physio.

 

[Quickstatus]

I didn’t renew my registration.

Freedom!

 

[Quickstatus]

I wish AHPRA would just refer to the previous rego application for some of the repetitive questions it asks like “when did you graduate”

 

[drron]

So for the second trip in a row we have interacted with the country’s health services. On both occasions it has been very good.

First it was the staff of the Regent who were very helpful. Suggesting the hospital which was the closest and cancelling our lunch booking as they were not answering the phone. Got us a taxi quickly. Most staff knew of the fall and gave Mrsdrron their best wishes.

Then to the Gleneagles hospital and their walk in A&E. Naturally a few forms to fill in. Then to the waiting room which was empty. Saw a nurse straight away for a brief history and observations.

Very soon after that saw the doctor on duty, Dr Joy. I guess because I told him I was a retired consultant physician since March this year there was no mucking around. His questions were to the point and very soon we had the X-ray form.

Again just a couple of minutes wait and she was off to X-ray. This took the longest of all the contacts. They only had the report available until after we had seen the orthopaedic surgeon.

Dr Joy looked at the films online and showed us the fracture. We then went back to the desk to pay the bill. By the time I had done that Dr Joy had arranged an immediate consultation with the orthopaedic surgeon and sent him a referral letter.

Another form for the surgeon and straight in. As usual for a surgeon it was straight to the problem. Though what I liked was that he had the messiest office I had ever seen. The fracture was not displaced so no surgery and her arm in a sling.

Mrsdrron was much happier with that news. Here she is whilst awaiting the X- rays and report for when we got home.


And what surprised me with this being a private hospital was that the cost for the hospital and specialist was a little under $S600. And all paid with Amex!

 

[drron]

A couple of thoughts on the Regent. The staff have been excellent even before Mrsdrron’s accident. Since they seem very genuine in their best wishes for her.

But a good point is the electrical outlets in the room.
Both bedside tables have this.


And at the work desk.


On the other hand why do most hotels do this.


I prefer a bath and even though I am tall it is very difficult reaching these to shampoo my hair. Fortunately they do give you a bar of soap.

 

[Quickstatus]

Gleneagles hospital

As good as you can get in Sing and I dare say in Aus as well.
Expats go there

Robert Mugabe was treated and died there

 

[bluebagger05]

Yup agreed on Gleneagles and the SG medical system overall, I required emergency surgery in Easter 2021 ( during the peak of COVID lockdowns ) and can't say enough good things, wishing Mrs drron a speedy recovery!

 

[Pushka]

A couple of thoughts on the Regent. The staff have been excellent even before Mrsdrron’s accident. Since they seem very genuine in their best wishes for her.

But a good point is the electrical outlets in the room.
Both bedside tables have this.
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And at the work desk.
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On the other hand why do most hotels do this.
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I prefer a bath and even though I am tall it is very difficult reaching these to shampoo my hair. Fortunately they do give you a bar of soap.

Hate these dispensers so we always take our own bar of soap and shampoos. In a hotel yesterday and wasted so much water as pumping the soap dispenser only released a dribble and had to keep pumping. Plus, I despise flannels. Reminded me instantly of bad childhood memories and smelly ones.

 

[Sprucegoose]

Ron, I am happy to hear nothing was serious about the very good Mrsdrron's fall. Your nursing and valet skills now have an excellent opportunity to be showcased (once again).

You were fortunate to need medical care in Sinkers; they are always thorough and responsive. It was always our 'go-to' hub with serious medivac, remote regional/ Indo work, and a great reminder that one must always have a responsive insurance underwriter!

Cheers SG.

 

[blacksultan]

Which is a good place to buy Christmas decorations and lights in Bangkok ?

 

[drron]

We are flying there tonight so will let you know. But I suspect best variety at one of the major malls.

 

[ADLhighflyer]

Very relieved that the trip for you both can continue and that Mrsdrron is ok

 

[Guvner]

Good to see Mrsdrron up and about, although not the Singapore Sling she was expecting I'm sure.

 

[Pushka]

Good to see Mrsdrron up and about, although not the Singapore Sling she was expecting I'm sure.

I'd normally but well, agree.

 

[Sprucegoose]

he had heard that Melbourne was the friendliest city in Australia but he found that Sydney was much friendlier.

Ha ha, we all know that not to be true!

 

[Sprucegoose]

Which is a good place to buy Christmas decorations and lights in Bangkok ?

JohnK is my local go-to guy.

I would buy ones that don't burn the house down, so legit stuff...........nothing you can't get from the Siam Paragon Mall - for reference, it's close to the Grand Hyatt Erawan.

Merry Christmas.

SG

 

[drron]

Good to see Mrsdrron up and about, although not the Singapore Sling she was expecting I'm sure.

But she did manage the better version of the Singapore sling.