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Read the full storyRight support, Right time: The impact of occupational therapy
As a highly specialist occupational therapist in A&E, Aimilia Zampeli helps patients regain independence and confidence at some of the most challenging moments in their lives. Here, she shares what…
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Read the full storyChampioning equality, diversity and inclusion in research
Adedeji Ogunlana, senior divisional research practitioner, combines his day-to-day role in leading research studies with a passion for driving equity, diversity and inclusion.
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Read the full storyOne voice for radiotherapy – a new global initiative
Radiotherapy is a vital cancer treatment – yet millions of people around the world still don’t have access to it. To change this, Dr Katie Wakeham, head and neck clinical oncologist at our Trust,…
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Read the full storyImproving children’s lives through research
Dipal Sangani, paediatric clinical research practitioner, plays a key role in delivering children’s clinical research studies at the Trust. From allergy immunotherapy to asthma and eczema trials,…
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Read the full storyLeading the way in Thyroid Eye Disease
Miss Vickie Lee is a consultant ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgeon, who is recognised as a global leader in Thyroid Eye Disease. Discover the impact of her work and research.
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Read the full storyNetflix's Critical documentary: meet our major trauma psychology team
To mark the launch of Netflix's Critical documentary, we speak to Dr Katy Bowen about her role as lead clinical psychologist in the major trauma psychology team and the importance of caring for the…
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Read the full storyFrom tube to breast: supporting early feeding in our neonatal unit
Annie, a neonatal speech and language therapist within our neonatal unit, shares how she supports early development, bonding, and breastfeeding success during the first crucial weeks and months of a…
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Read the full storyMeet the trauma surgeon who features in Netflix's latest series
To celebrate the launch of Netflix's new documentary series Critical: Between Life and Death, which features staff from our major trauma team at St Mary's Hospital, we sat down with trauma surgeon…
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Read the full storyA mother and daughter’s shared journey through the NHS
Rhona, a matron and theatre manager, and her daughter Frances, a newly qualified resident doctor, both work at our Trust. They have each carved out their own path in healthcare, inspired by…
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Read the full storyBehind the scenes of modern eye care
Consultant ophthalmologist Meera Radia shares her journey, innovations in eye care, and how she's supporting patients and residents at the Western Eye Hospital.
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Read the full storyShaping the future of headache care
Antoinette is the first headache nurse specialist at Charing Cross Hospital and believed to be the youngest non-medical prescriber in the Filipino nursing community. Here she shares her inspiring…
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Read the full storyA passion for helping others
Jerome Allen, GP liaison officer, has worked at the Trust since 2018. From participating in and driving impactful initiatives to advocating for inclusion, he highlights the importance of embracing…
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Read the full storyDriving equity and inclusion through research
Discover how our equality, diversity and inclusion research group is fostering fairness and inclusivity across clinical research delivery at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
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Read the full storyMeet the surgeons transforming diabetic foot care
For people with diabetes, foot ulcers can lead to serious complications such as amputation. At Imperial College Healthcare, we’re pioneering reconstructive surgery techniques that help patients…
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Read the full storyNicola Crossey on the power of occupational therapy in emergency care
Discover the rewarding career of Nicola Crossey, clinical lead therapist for occupational therapy and physiotherapy for acute and emergency medicine at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. Hear…
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Read the full storyDr Georgina Williams on supporting patients with breast cancer
To conclude Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we sat down with Dr Georgina Williams, a consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon, to explore her work alongside the breast reconstruction team at…
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Read the full story“Open Britain is a celebration of migration and the benefits it brings to our society”: Meet photographer JJ Keith
Discover how photographer JJ Keith's "Open Britain" project captures the diverse stories of migrant workers at Imperial College Healthcare, highlighting their vital role in the NHS and celebrating…
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Read the full story“There is a whole system that comes together for every patient:” Professor Raj Bhattacharya on his surgical career
Orthopaedic surgeon Prof Raj Bhattacharya, who features in the Channel 4 hospital documentary Emergency, on trauma surgery and his “portfolio career”.
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Read the full story“My rotation with Paddington Life Sciences has provided incredible opportunities”: Meet James Harkness
Junior doctor Dr James Harkness shares an insight into completing a four-month rotation with the Paddington Life Sciences team as part of his Foundation Training.
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Read the full story"Imperial College Healthcare is a great place to pursue clinical research": Meet Rowan Boyles
Physiotherapist Rowan Boyles has recently been awarded an NIHR Imperial BRC PhD Fellowship to research the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation, a type of brain stimulation, in spinal cord…
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Read the full storyThe best thing about working in trauma is that no day or patient is the same”: Meet Sara Logan, major trauma ward matron
Nurses play a vital role in caring for patients who are admitted to our major trauma ward at St Mary’s Hospital. Here, Sara Logan, major trauma ward matron, gives an insight into how nurses work…