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Referrals from Yeovil

136 The referral pattern from Yeovil to Southampton also appears to have had a historical explanation. The Inquiry heard from two Yeovil paediatricians. [140]

137 Dr M Webster [141] explained that he worked in Taunton and Yeovil from 1982 to 1991. He said:

`At the time of my appointment paediatric cardiological services to each hospital were long established. ... The clinics in Taunton were attended by a visiting paediatric cardiologist from Bristol and those in Yeovil by visiting paediatric cardiologists from Southampton. My understanding was that the Yeovil clinics had originally taken place in Dorchester (for which Southampton was the natural referral centre) and although the clinics subsequently transferred to Yeovil, the same arrangements stayed in place.'

138 Dr T French [142] said:

`When I was a Yeovil-based doctor I referred all children from that area to Southampton as per existing arrangements.'

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Footnotes

[140] Dr TJ French (REF 0001 0032 - 0033 ) and Dr M Webster (REF 0001 0034 - 0035 )

[141] Consultant paediatrician, Taunton and Somerset Hospital, Taunton, REF 0001 0034

[142] Consultant paediatrician, Taunton and Somerset Hospital, Taunton, formerly of Yeovil District Hospital 1982-1991, REF 0001 0033