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Read the full storyKeeping on track for better health in a financially challenging year
At the start of what will be a ‘uniquely challenging’ year financially for the NHS, our Chief executive, Professor Tim Orchard, explains why the NHS is expected to do things differently and…
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Read the full storyThe power of public involvement in research
Dr Kirsten Bell is a senior research fellow in anthropology at our Patient Experience Research Centre. Here she explores the crucial role of public engagement in shaping impactful research and what…
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Read the full storyMeet Dr Frances Akor, consultant pharmacist
Dr Frances Akor reflects on her career specialising in anticoagulation, working with UK Anti-Doping to protect clean sport, and her role at London 2012.
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Read the full storyAI, hormones and the future of fertility
In this blog Dr Ali Abbara, consultant in endocrinology, gives an insight into the research shaping the future of fertility treatments and women’s health.
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Read the full storyChallenging gender bias in artificial intelligence
In this blog, consultant paediatrician Dr Sharon Jheeta gives an insight into her research on inequities in artificial intelligence (AI) and her involvement in our Trust's AI steering group.
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Read the full storyA journey through urology and andrology
Professor Suks Minhas, consultant urologist, gives an insight into his areas of expertise and the ever-evolving landscape of male reproductive health.
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Read the full storyHow a new approach to hair can help us provide better patient care
We’re working to ensure that every patient feels cared for in every sense, including for all aspects of personal care, such as haircare. Discover the new hair products being piloted in our intensive…
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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 story“Being able to support and empower our patients is priceless.” Meet Dr Ali Mears
Dr Ali Mears tells us about the Trust’s sexual health service and efforts to improve support for patients affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
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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 storyMy Breast Cancer Journey: Shirlee Rufo's Story
Shirlee Rufo, theatre recovery team lead at Imperial College Healthcare, shares her breast cancer journey and the importance of regular checks. Discover insights on support, treatment, and finding…
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Read the full storyBlack History Month 2024 Blog – Barry Seemungal, PhD, FRCP
In honour of Black History Month 2024 and this year’s theme of ‘reclaiming narratives’, Head of the Centre for Vestibular Neurology, Barry Seemungal, shares his narrative about his Caribbean…
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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 storyBetter, quicker and more effective treatment for patients with sepsis
To mark World Sepsis Day, Professor Anthony Gordon, consultant in intensive care and chief Investigator of the SepTiC study, sheds light on the work we're doing to find more effective treatment for…
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Read the full story"Nurses are perfectly placed to take part in research." Meet Niamh Bohnacker, senior clinical research nurse
Niamh Bohnacker is senior clinical research nurse and tells us about the Neurosurgery, Emergency and Trauma (NET) research team.
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Read the full storyIn honour of East and South East Asian Heritage Month - Fraya Nebrija, Junior Sister at St. Mary’s Hospital
"As East and South East Asian Heritage Month approaches, I find myself reflecting deeply on the intersection of my cultural heritage and my profession as a nurse. Having worked in the Trust for…
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Read the full storyHow midwife Niki Robins supports families through bereavement
Niki Robins is a specialist bereavement midwife; she supports families as they come to terms with the loss of a child, helping them to grieve and to make memories. Here, she gives an insight into…
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Read the full storyMy experience of the HDR UK Black Internship Programme
Toheeb recently completed an eight-week placement with the Trust’s iCARE team as part of Health Data Research UK’s Black Internship Programme.
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Read the full storyMiss Georgina Williams: Transforming Lives Through Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Discover the inspiring journey of Miss Georgina Williams, a consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. Explore her role in life-changing surgeries,…
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Read the full story“I genuinely love my job, I love what I can deliver for my patients.” Meet Donna Rowe, clinical nurse specialist in our Fracture Liaison Service
Donna Rowe is a clinical nurse specialist and tells us about the Fracture Liaison Service, which supports people with osteoporosis.
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Read the full storyMeet the cancer patients and scientists leading the search for new cures
At Hammersmith hospital’s newly-opened oncology outpatients clinic, clinician scientist Dr David Pinato speaks of the “beauty” of creating new cures for cancer and giving hope to patients who are…
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Read the full story“We’re working with people at their lowest. It’s the scariest, most painful point in their lives.” Meet Luke Wilkinson, Trauma and orthopaedics physiotherapist
Discover the inspiring journey of Luke Wilkinson, Trauma and orthopaedics physiotherapist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. Explore the unique set of skills physiotherapists need when caring…
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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 storyIn honour of South Asian Heritage Month 2024 - Jessica Fernandes
My professional journey started as an international nurse when I enrolled to complete the preceptorship program. This was the first step towards my professional growth because it allowed me to have…
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Read the full storyIn honour of South Asian Heritage Month - Nymeth Ali
I joined the Trust in 2011 as a Deputy Laboratory Manager in the Histopathology department at Charing Cross Hospital. I am now the Laboratory Manager for the Cellular Pathology division at…
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Read the full storyLay partners ensure patients, and the community are being listened to: Meet Phayza Fudlalla
We work hard to understand and respond to what patients and the community want and need. Lay partners are crucial to this; they work collaboratively with staff to co-produce strategies, programmes…
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Read the full story“The NHS is part of us all”: personal reflections as the NHS turns 76
As the NHS celebrates its birthday tomorrow, Friday 5 July, Pen Parker, associate director for People planning & intelligence, reflects on her lengthy career after joining the Trust in 1988,…
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Read the full storyThe importance of dedicated healthcare support for veterans
Armed Forces Week is a national event to show support for our Armed Forces community from 24 to 29 June 2024, culminating with Armed Forces Day on 29 June. To start the week, Paul Swain, an armed…
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Read the full storySupporting our armed forces staff and patients
Joshua March, general manager for our Trauma Directorate, started his healthcare career in the Army. He shares how we support our staff who have served and continue to serve, and our local veteran…
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Read the full storyImproving the lives of patients with sickle cell disease: Meet Steven Okoli
Sickle cell disease is the most common genetic blood condition in the UK, affecting approximately 17,500 people. Here, Steven Okoli, consultant in red cell haematology, discusses his research into…
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Read the full story“Dying matters and the way we talk about dying matters”: Meet Christine Dorsett
Here, Christine Dorsett, our mortuary manager, explains the vital role mortuaries play in hospitals, and why it is important to talk about and plan for death.
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Read the full storyThe best protection against measles
Measles cases are rising across the country, with a particular increase in London in recent weeks. TikTok has launched #GrabAJab: an in-app campaign to encourage people to get the MMR vaccine,…
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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“As a society, we need to appreciate women’s health as its own entity”: Meet Srdjan Saso
Srdjan Saso is a consultant gynaecologist and gynaecological cancer surgeon. Here, he shares an insight into his role in treating gynaecological pathologies and advances in research and treatment…
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Read the full story“Rare diseases need to be focussed into specialist centres so that patient outcomes can improve”: Meet Professor Michael Seckl
Rare cancers affect less than 6 in 100,000 people a year or 1 in 5 new patients diagnosed with cancer. Professor Michael Seckl is a consultant oncologist at the Trust, director of our national…
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Read the full story"Our local communities are key to successful research”: Meet Maria Piggin
Maria Piggin is partnerships and training manager at the NIHR BRC Imperial Patient Experience Research Centre. In our latest blog, she discusses the importance of involving patients and members of…
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Read the full story“Organ donation is one of the most beautiful things that people can do”: Meet Frank Dor
Frank Dor is a consultant transplant surgeon, clinical lead for transplantation and the chair of the Trust’s Clinical Ethics Committee. Here, Frank discusses organ donation more widely and…
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Read the full storyMeet Asmahan, a patient safety partner at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
A patient safety partner works with the healthcare team to make sure patients are safe and shares the patient's point of view to improve care.
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Read the full story“Ovarian cancer – previously known as the silent killer – is not so silent anymore”: Meet Professor Christina Fotopoulou
Professor Christina Fotopoulou is a gynaecological oncology surgeon at Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital and a leader in the field of ovarian cancer. Here, she discusses the diagnosis and…
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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 Fleming Centre: Driving the fight against antimicrobial resistance
Professor Ara Darzi, Chair of The Fleming Centre Initiative, writes about the pivotal role this centre will play in the fight against AMR and the far-reaching impact it promises to deliver.
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Read the full story“Around 250 people under 30 in the UK get diagnosed with breast cancer each year”: Meet Alex Barnao
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK. Most women diagnosed with breast cancer are over the age of 50, but younger women can also get breast cancer. Alex Barnao, communications…
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Read the full storyNursing and midwifery at Imperial’s journey on the Pathway to Excellence
Sue Burgis, Deputy Chief Nurse at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, reflects on the Trust's journey so far on the Pathway to Excellence programme at Charing Cross Hospital.
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Read the full storyBlack History Month 2023 'Saluting our sisters' by Joselyn King
When I read the theme for this year’s Black History Month, ‘Saluting our sisters’, I immediately thought about the most influential sisters in my life. Those who have nurtured me, inspired me and…
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Read the full storyCompassionate Communities funding to support patients who are waiting for treatment
The Trust and Imperial Health Charity are working to improve the experience of those waiting for treatment. Dr Liz Bennett explains the Compassionate Communities programme and how organisations can…
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Read the full storyBlack History Month 2023 - A blog from Chenika Goldson
I am a ward manager for an inpatient Oncology department in Charing Cross hospital. I am also a co-chair for the Nursing and Midwifery race equality network at the trust. I started my nursing career…
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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…
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Read the full story"I knew the gut microbiome was important to our health and I wanted to focus my future career on understanding how": Meet James Kinross
An Imperial surgeon specialising in the gut microbiome has published a new book to explain why it is important for our health.
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Read the full storyBrenda Deocampo, Lead Nurse/CXH-Acute & Specialist Medicine, shares her story for ESEA with a blog entry - Never a ‘first class citizen’.
Brenda Deocampo, Lead Nurse/CXH-Acute & Specialist Medicine, ESEA blog
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Read the full storyUsing volunteers to reduce Did Not Attend rate amongst the most deprived
As part of our population health and equity framework, innovative work is underway to design and deliver ways to improve our patient’s access, experience and outcomes and to reduce inequalities.…
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Read the full storyProfessor Onn Min Kon, Head of the Tuberculosis (TB) service at the Trust and Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the National Heart & Lung Institute, Imperial College London, originates from Malaysia, and shares his story of how his 'roots' inspired a British education and career in medicine.
Professor Onn Min Kon, Head of the Tuberculosis (TB) service at the Trust and Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the National Heart & Lung Institute, Imperial College London, originates from…
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Read the full storyWhat is Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome?
Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome (MRKH) is a condition that affects one in 5,000 people. Because of a lack of awareness, those with MRKH often experience delayed diagnosis. To help change…
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Read the full story"Promoting a research culture in emergency medicine is essential”: Meet Mary Dawood, consultant nurse emergency medicine
Emergency care is a vital part of what we do at Imperial College Healthcare, through both our emergency department and major trauma centre. Here, Mary explains the importance of research to this and…
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Read the full story“Teamwork is what carries us through when we treat patients with such horrific injuries”: Meet Kshem Yapa, consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon
No two days are the same in our major trauma centre. Here, Kshem Yapa gives us an insight into his role as a consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon and shares his experience of treating…
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Read the full story“There aren’t many careers where you can save or change a person’s life for the better”: Meet Chris Jordan, consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon
Major trauma is made up of various specialist and expert teams who care for patients with the most severe injuries and support them on their journey to recovery. Here, Chris Jordan, consultant…
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Read the full storyCelebrating 51 years of friendship born from our Trust
Last month we celebrated the 50th anniversary of the National Gestational Trophoblastic Centre. Today, we are celebrating the extraordinary story of three friends who met at our National Gestational…
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Read the full story“Heart failure is a big cause of hospital admissions and prolonged hospital stays”: Meet Clare Screeche-Powell
Clare Screeche-Powell, lead nurse for heart failure, discusses the main causes of heart failure and the importance of working collaboratively with colleagues, both inside and outside the Trust, to…
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Read the full storyJinju James, Lead Nurse for International Nurse Registration and Chair of the Nursing and Midwifery Race Equality Network shares her story for South Asian Heritage Month 2023.
Jinju James, Lead Nurse for International Nurse Registration and Chair of the Nursing and Midwifery Race Equality Network shares her story for South Asian Heritage Month 2023.
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Read the full story“The eye can be used as a window into the brain to look at different diseases”: Meet Professor Francesca Cordeiro
Professor Francesca Cordeiro, consultant ophthalmologist at the Western Eye Hospital, gives an insight into the innovative research work being carried out by the Imperial College Ophthalmology…
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Read the full story“Life sciences is key to the future of the NHS” - Professor Tim Orchard
Professor Tim Orchard shares the major role of life sciences in the future of the NHS and the vision for our growing life sciences cluster in Paddington.
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Read the full storySouth Asian Heritage Month 2023: Jazz Thind, Chief Financial Officer
Jazz Thind joined the Trust as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) three and the half years ago and is based at St Mary’s Hospital. Within her role as CFO, Jazz is a voting Executive Director who…
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Read the full storyNHS75: Introducing Dr Alasdair Fraser, a medical student at the start of the NHS
Dr Alasdair Fraser, retired consultant in obstetrics and gynaecology, aged 92, shares some of his memories as a medical student at St Mary’s Hospital at the start of the NHS.
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Read the full storyNHS75: Introducing Lord Moran, the man who won over early opposition to the NHS
Trust archivist Kevin Brown shares how Charles Wilson, later Lord Moran, a consultant physician at St Mary’s Hospital, was instrumental in gaining support from the medical profession for the…
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Read the full story“I am proud of my military service, and I am equally proud of the men and women that serve their country today” – Meet Tom Jacques
Ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday 24 June, deputy director of Infection Prevention & Control, Tom Jacques talks about his extensive career in Infection Prevention & Control both in the British…
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Read the full storyFrom Windrush to the wards: Carol Cato-Duncan shares her family story
Nurse Carol shares the story of her father who came to England as part of the Windrush generation, as well as the musical talent that runs through her generations, including famous jazz musician…
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Read the full storyRemembering Windrush: Honouring the Legacy and Advocating for Sickle Cell Disorder
As we commemorate the anniversary of the Windrush generation's arrival in the UK, it is crucial to take some time for reflection. 22 June 2023 marks 75 years since the first arrival of HMT Empire…
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Read the full story“Clinical trials help improve medical practice and discover new treatments” – meet Idah Mojela
Idah Mojela is lead research nurse for HIV & Infectious Disease at Imperial College Healthcare. For International Clinical Trials Day, Saturday 20 May, she tells us what attracted her to a career in…
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“You must run clinical trials to develop new drugs, which is why our work is so important” – Meet Dr Marian Donegan
Dr Marian Donegan is a clinical research physician at the Imperial Memory Unit at Charing Cross hospital. Ahead of International Clinical Trials Day on Saturday 20 May, she shares an insight into…
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Read the full story“It is incredibly humbling and empowering to be the first doctor to win MasterChef” – Meet Dr Saliha Mahmood-Ahmed
Dr Saliha Mahmood-Ahmed is a specialist registrar in hepatology and gastroenterology at the Trust. She made history as the first ever doctor to win MasterChef in 2017 and since then she has…
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Read the full story"The photos on the wards were like therapy for me": Meet Hannah Grace Deller
Hannah Grace Deller is the matron for Children's Services at St Mary’s Hospital. Before training as a nurse Hannah studied photography, developing skills that she’d later use to capture life on the…
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Read the full story“At the Trust we are putting our emphasis on achieving equity not just equality”: Meet Hannah Franklin
The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day, Wednesday 8 March, is #EmbraceEquity. Hannah Franklin, health equity programme manager, explains what this theme means for the Trust from a staff…
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Read the full story“It is a privilege to help people during their most difficult times”: Meet Gillian Chumbley
Gillian Chumbley, nurse consultant, has worked at the Trust for 20 years and today marks her 45th year with the NHS. She offers insights into her lengthy research career and changes she has…
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Read the full storyPutting female scientists at the forefront of women’s health research
Dr Lynne Sykes is a specialist in pre-term birth who is seeking to understand what causes premature labour and how it can be prevented in the future. Her work, alongside a programme of research into…
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Read the full story"I feel privileged to be in the position to deliver care”: Meet Dr Brian Wang
Dr Brian Wang is a junior doctor in foundation year 2. An alumnus of Imperial College London, he is currently doing a four-month rotation in emergency medicine at Charing Cross Hospital. Here, Brian…
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Read the full storyProfessor Mark Thursz on looking after your liver and more
To mark Love Your Liver awareness month in January 2023, consultant hepatologist Professor Mark Thursz explains more about the spectrum of liver disease and his career at the Trust.
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Read the full storyMedical director Mr Raymond Anakwe on what inspired him to join the NHS
Medical director, Raymond Anakwe was inspired to join the NHS by his father, whose own journey into medicine began in Nigeria before he moved to Russia and then the UK. Raymond, who has recently…
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Read the full storyWhy this year’s bivalent Covid-19 booster vaccines offer improved protection
Professor Robin Shattock, the head of mucosal infection and immunity within the department of medicine at Imperial College London and one of the first researchers to work on Covid-19 vaccines,…
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Read the full storyInvesting in volunteers to build connections with our communities
Chris Neal, head of volunteering at Imperial Health Charity, explains how the benefits of volunteering to our Trust stretch far beyond the hospital walls.
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Read the full storyFrom the Philippines to Imperial: Building a life at Charing Cross Hospital
Ralph Deocampo, site nurse practitioner at Charing Cross Hospital, came to the UK from the Philippines to work as a nurse. Over 20 years later, he reflects on the hospital where he built his career,…
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Read the full storyChanging the order of breast cancer treatments may lead to better care: Q&A with Mr Paul Thiruchelvam and Mr Daniel Leff
A new study by Imperial College Healthcare has suggested that changing the order in which treatments are given to breast cancer patients could reduce side effects and improve outcomes. Currently,…
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Read the full storyImproving health and equity – everybody’s business
For long-standing observers of healthcare policy, rising interest in population health and health inequalities may feel like Groundhog Day. But it has to be different this time, argue Dr Bob Klaber,…
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Read the full storyImperial consultant's book uses scientific evidence to help people lose weight
A Trust consultant specialising in obesity has published a new book aiming to help people reach a healthy body weight.
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Read the full storyObstetrician, Sabrina Das, reflects on providing maternity care in Yemen
Sabrina Das, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, reflections on working in a war zone, and the significance of what is possible when maternity staff…
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Read the full storyMeet Matthew Swindells, the first joint chair for all four acute trusts in north west London
Matthew Swindells has just taken up his new role as joint chair for the four acute trusts in north west London. He will help guide the leadership teams at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS…
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Read the full storyDischarge before noon takes persistence and planning
Each week, Lady Skinner ward at Charing Cross Hospital consistently manages to complete 80 per cent of their discharges before noon. This frees up space earlier in the day for new patients who need…
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Read the full storyImproving safety through collaboration, connection and behaviour change
Helping Our Teams Transform (HOTT) is a programme developed at the Trust that uses behaviour nudges, human factors and team building to improve safety, effectiveness and efficiency within teams.