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I have been unwell for the last 3/4 months and have been diagnosed with a number of different cancers and any one of which can be terminal.

However this is not the purpose of this post but I do want to place on record the kindness, consideration, and sheer professionalism of John Thompson and his staff,.

I have had numerous visits to hospitals, consultants, etc and Houston has taken me in to keep these appointments, They are always on time and totally reliable and treat their patients with kindness and respect,.

To give you an example, Yesterday morning they took me in to Paphos to see a maxillofacial surgeon to have some dental work on my jaw prior to embarking on treatment for bone cancer, The procedure was quite harrowing . Later that evening I found that I was retaining urine which became extremely painful.

At 1.30 a,m my wife called Houston on their emergency number and they were around in about 10 minutes. I was quickly assessed and with blues and twos blazing was taken into the General in Paphos.

The General quickly sorted me out by inserting a catheter. They were quick and professional but then said you must now go home.

Another call to Houston around 4.00.a.m. and they came back to the General and took me home. They will be taking me to see my Consultant at the Iasis early Monday morning.

I just wanted members to know how much my wife and I value this organisation . We would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.

Norman Thody
 

Dear Mr. Thompson,
Thank you, thank you for your vision in establishing the Houston Medical Ambulance Service. I don't quite know how my husband and I would have managed during his recent illness without help from your teams.

They could not have been more efficient, reliable or pleasant. Knowing that they were there at the end of the phone line took a tremendous load off my shoulders during a very stressful time.

I wish you every success. You are meeting a very real need in this community.

Yours sincerely,
Tessa Lewis

Dear John & Grace.
Many many thanks for sorting out my friend - he is at the Iasis now getting a CT scan they believe it’s a cracked vertebrae so he will be in the clinic for a few days under supervision. Your chaps were superb very professional and caring so good job - Gordon needs to know the cost now of his 'rescue' he has insurance etc so can you let me know the amount to be paid for this wonderful job done .
Many Thanks
Jill xxxx

Dear John I wish to thank you for your kindness to me when I passed out at the restaurant in Chloraka on my recent holiday to Cyprus. On my return home to Liverpool I went for a medical. I am undergoing a series of tests to check me out thoroughly. The doctor confirms your diagnosis that food is not to blame and that taste in fact can be affected when a 'turn' like that is coming on - hence why I thought the food didn't taste so good. I do hope I did not spoil the evening for yourself and your company and you will dine at Jo's again. Please pass on my apologies to your friends. Once more may I thank you from myself and my family - you certainly put them at rest by your care and attention. May God bless you for your kindness. Rada.

Hi John,
This is great news. I wish you lots of luck. We all know that the waiting time for an ambulance in the Paphos area is far too long (there are so many cases of 'dead on arrival' , so I really do hope that lots and lots of people will start doing the courses as all help is desperately needed.
Thanks again John for this great initiative.
Louise

CHARITY LADIES EVENING AT GINA’S PLACE
Gina’s Place – (the deli with a difference) in Kato Paphos opened their doors to Houston Medical Services as their Guest Speaker for their monthly Charity Ladies Evening last Feb. 27, 2007. John Thompson, Chief Paramedic Officer was invited by Gina to explain and demonstrate the importance of being able to carry out CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) to her lady customers.
John, using his latest equipment from his newly acquired Ambulance wheeled an adult mannequin on a stretcher into the shop and proceeded to exercise the mouth to mouth resuscitation technique. He then invited the ladies replicate his actions. This was received with both enthusiasm and humour.
All ladies were greeted to the background music of Casualty and ER and given a “Bloody Mary” to set the mood. The entire shop was decorated with medical supplies and equipment such as bed pans etc. The ladies were all equipped with a mini first aid kit and Gina and her staff dressed as nurses and doctors.
The Result?? All ladies left knowing they could possibly save a life. Several of them booked up with Houston Medical to further improve their first aid knowledge and everyone donated £3CP to the ongoing Breast Cancer Awareness campaign.


We found the course informative and explained in a simple but effective manner. We feel we are now able to give immediate help if and when needed. Thank you. Maureen & Ted Sexton 3/5/2007

Thank you for a very informative introduction to First Aid. We feel more confident now in helping someone in trouble. Irene & Alan Darvill 3/5/2007