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Smoking

Last updated on Thursday, February 21, 2019

Stopping smoking for just 4 weeks reduces your chance of getting a chest infection or wound infection and increases your chances of being able to get home sooner after your operation healthy and well. We know it isn’t an easy thing to do but there is help available.  Look at the NHS choices webs...

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Who should I talk to if I have any questions or concerns about my medicines?

Last updated on Wednesday, August 14, 2019

While you are an inpatient you can ask your nurse to arrange for a consultation with your dedicated ward pharmacy team. When you get home, you can speak to your local pharmacist. If they can't help or they think that you need to see your doctor, they will advise you to do that. Alternatively, if...

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COPD

Last updated on Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term for a group of lung conditions (for example, chronic bronchitis and emphysema) and can lead to damaged, 'obstructed', airways. The symptoms are usually a combination of: Increased breathlessness, especially when moving around Persistent c...

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Further assessment

Last updated on Monday, October 5, 2020

Some patients also need to be assessed by a Consultant Anaesthetist. Where possible assessments are carried out by telephone or video to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19. However, a few patient may still need to be seen in the clinic.

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Weight management

Last updated on Thursday, February 21, 2019

Being overweight puts stress on all your body’s organs especially your heart.  It increases your chances of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, breathing problems and stroke.  It also increases your chances of having complications after surgery such as blood clots, chest infections and difficulty br...

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Request Forms

Last updated on Monday, March 10, 2025

Below you can find links to a variety of request forms for our services. Article/Book Request: https://forms.office.com/e/qaeDufUtKi Bulletins: https://forms.office.com/e/5aiLw88huu Library Membership: https://forms.office.com/e/vjRLCMrGtM Literature Search: https://forms.office.com/e/fFAQDqK...

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Post Registration Application Process

Last updated on Wednesday, February 6, 2019

Module Application 2019Applying for funding to support the upskilling within your role The module application process has changed, Discuss with your line manager and identify the learning as part of your annual individual review. Please refer to the Trust HR & OD Education Policy If your...

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Change an appointment

Last updated on Friday, December 27, 2024

Reminder service/Confirmation service To reduce waiting times and provide a more efficient service we have introduced a reminder service for some specialties. You may be contacted approximately 7 days before your appointment and asked to confirm your attendance. If you are not able to attend the...

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