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Stone services
Last updated on Monday, February 8, 2021
Three specialist stone surgeons provide expert care to patients presenting with stones of the urinary tract. The consultants Mr Snehal Patel, Mr James Glendinning and Mr Kee Wong, will carry out a thorough assessment of the stones in the urinary tract, and offer patients various tailored treatmen...
read moreSafety Thermometer
Last updated on Thursday, April 19, 2018
On one day each month we check to see how many of our patients suffered harm whilst in our care. We call this the safety thermometer. The safety thermometer looks at four harms, in particular: pressure ulcers, falls, blood clots and urine infections for those patients who have a urinary catheter...
read moreHigh blood pressure
Last updated on Monday, October 5, 2020
High blood pressure is a common condition. A temporary rise in blood pressure can occur in response to a stressful situation, such as a visit to the hospital so your blood pressure will need to be checked on several occasions before a diagnosis is made. Target is 140 or less for the top number,...
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Last updated on Wednesday, February 20, 2019
The trainee will be introduced to clinical work at ward level under the supervision of their allocated clinical tutor (a senior pharmacist) learning more about the role of the pharmacist and gaining basic clinical experience. A structured training programme ensures they develop the fundamental c...
read moreThe NHS Friends and Family Test
Last updated on Sunday, June 24, 2018
We want to make sure that you have the best possible experience of care with us. So it’s extremely important that you let us know how well we're performing. The NHS Friends and Family Test is an easy-to-understand question that we are asking our patients. Why is the NHS Friends and Family Test i...
read moreSedation
Last updated on Thursday, May 16, 2024
Sedation can be used to help you relax and feel more comfortable during an endoscopic procedure. Sedation is administered through a small needle in your hand or arm called a cannula, which we will put in on the day. Sedation will only make you feel more relaxed, it does not put you to sleep. It i...
read moreSurgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) video
Last updated on Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Surgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) Video As part of our Patient Experience Strategy Welcome Promise, our patients asked us to provide more information about what to expect when coming into hospital. The Surgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) video is an informative and comforting...
read moreSunflower
Last updated on Wednesday, March 20, 2024
The Sunflower Network (Hidden Disabilities) is an organisation that aims to raise awareness and provide support for individuals living with hidden disabilities. Hidden disabilities refer to conditions that are not immediately visible or apparent to others, such as chronic illnesses, mental heal...
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