From Lukas to the Medical Facility:
Sabine Topalidis, a seasoned health and nursing professional with 20 years of experience in the neurology department at St. Lukas Clinic, has recently made a significant change in her career. Around 100 days ago, she and her team switched almost entirely to the Municipal Hospital in Solingen.
The transition was prompted by the closure of St. Lukas Clinic, and Topalidis found herself starting anew at the Municipal Hospital on December 1. The move was not without its challenges, but Topalidis is now convinced that her team has settled in well.
The initial adjustment was difficult for everyone involved, with the neurologist finding the new environment disorienting due to numerous new impressions. However, Topalidis notes that her long-standing colleagues were extremely helpful and supportive during the adjustment period.
One of the key advantages of the Municipal Hospital, according to Topalidis, is the presence of an in-house pharmacy and hospital kitchen. These facilities, she says, simplify some processes compared to the outsourced pharmacy at St. Lukas Clinic and offer excellent food.
The hospital's own kitchen, another advantage highlighted by Topalidis, provides a significant improvement over the food options at St. Lukas Clinic. The in-house pharmacy, she adds, is a significant advantage that has streamlined some paths.
The neurological ward where Topalidis is currently active has been described as very nice. The transition from St. Lukas Clinic to the Municipal Hospital was easier for everyone because they were not alone in the switch, as doctors and therapists also joined them.
The head of the neurological department at the municipal hospital in Solingen, after the closure of the Ohligser St. Lukas Clinic, is Professor Schenker. Under normal circumstances, Topalidis would not have considered a new workplace, as she had two more years until retirement.
However, the sudden change of workplace left Topalidis with a strange feeling, likening it to being in the wrong movie. The procedures at the Municipal Hospital differ significantly from the familiar ones at St. Lukas Clinic, with the procedure for patient transport registrations being initially unfamiliar and raising questions.
Despite these challenges, Topalidis is now convinced that the team has settled in well at the Municipal Hospital. The longer commute from Ohligs to Solingen, which she relies on public transportation for, is a downside she has had to adjust to. Nevertheless, she remains optimistic about her future at the Municipal Hospital.
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