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Trust staff receive academic promotions from Imperial College London
Clinical staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been promoted by Imperial College London in the latest round of academic promotions for 2023. As a research-led NHS Trust, many of…
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Student sets his heart on medical career after being saved by NHS
A student whose heart stopped six times in a few hours has thanked the NHS staff who saved his life and pledged to follow in their footsteps.
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Strikes in October - get the dates and answers to common questions
The British Medical Association (BMA) and Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association (HCSA) are planning further strikes including joint industrial action in the first week in October. There…
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Finalists at the London Healthcare Support Worker Awards
Our Nursing Directorate Education Team has been shortlisted for three categories in the upcoming London Healthcare Support Worker Awards 2023.
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Trust appoints new non-executive directors
Carolyn Downs and Professor Neena Modi have been appointed to the board of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust as non-executive directors.
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Trust consultant helps lead national programme to transform type 2 diabetes care for under 40s
A world-first NHS initiative developed by a leading consultant and researcher from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London.
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Op RESTORE: Ministerial visit to St Mary’s Hospital
Earlier this week, we welcomed veterans’ minister Johnny Mercer and health secretary Steve Barclay to St Mary's Hospital to meet with the Op RESTORE team.
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Information and advice about consultants' strike (24-26 August)
The BMA is planning a further consultants’ strike, which will run from 7am on Thursday 24 August to 7am on Saturday 26 August.
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First womb transplant performed in the UK
After over 25 years of research, a team co-led by Imperial College Healthcare and Oxford University Hospitals has performed the UK's first womb transplant.
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Trust statement in response to outcome of Lucy Letby trial
A message to our patients and local communities following the conviction of Lucy Letby for murdering and harming babies at the Countess of Chester Hospital.
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Imperial College Healthcare to take back responsibility for running the urgent treatment centre at St Mary’s Hospital
Responsibility for running the urgent treatment centre (UTC) at St Mary’s Hospital will return to Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust from mid-October 2023 following a competitive tender by North…
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Trust's environmental efforts shortlisted for HSJ Award
The Trust’s environmental efforts have been recognised by the Health Service Journal Awards, with Imperial shortlisted in the Towards Net Zero category.
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Channel 4's Emergency documentary returns this August
Staff from the Trust's major trauma pathway and emergency department will feature in the second series of Channel 4's Emergency.
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Introducing darker toned manikins across our maternity services
Since its implementation, the NHS has set out to provide universal healthcare for all. As part of this, we are rolling out manikins of different skin tones across our maternity services. Find out why.
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Supporting the next generation of health data scientists with HDR UK's Black Internship Programme
The Trust is hosting two interns this summer as part of the Health Data Research UK’s Black Internship Programme.
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Neuroscience research awareness day at Charing Cross Hospital
Join our Neurosciences Research Team on Monday, 7 August from 09.00-13.00 to find out about their current studies and how you can participate.
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Appeal to build The Fleming Centre is launched, with HRH Prince William announced as Patron
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London have launched an appeal to build The Fleming Centre, which will drive a global movement to tackle antimicrobial resistance.
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's 2023 annual general meeting (AGM)
The 2023 AGM was a hybrid event with our Trust chair, Matthew Swindells, Chief executive, Professor Tim Orchard and Chief financial officer, Jazz Thind presenting in the Mary Cochrane lecture…
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Imperial College Healthcare's maternity services continue to be rated as outstanding
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's maternity services continue to be rated as outstanding, following Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections in March 2023.
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Trust becomes first in UK to achieve BSAC antimicrobial stewardship accreditation
Imperial College Healthcare has become the first UK healthcare organisation to be accredited by Global Antimicrobial Stewardship Accreditation Scheme.
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Annual fellowship research awards announced
Six health professionals at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been awarded research fellowship grants from Imperial Health Charity.
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Trust and rail staff join together to mark NHS75
Staff from St Mary’s Hospital attended a special NHS 75 anniversary event at neighboring Paddington Station on Tuesday, where Aneira Thomas – first person born on the NHS – unveiled new train named…
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Celebrating 75 years of the NHS
The National Health Service turns 75 on Wednesday 5 July. Find out how we're celebrating this milestone.
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IVF open evening at Hammersmith Hospital
Bookings are now open for our open evening at 18.00 on Monday 17 July.
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St Mary’s consultant wins national award for research work
Dr Liz Whittaker has been announced as one of the winners of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) Members’ Award 2023.
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St Mary’s consultant co-authors national report into the care and experiences of children moving into adult health services
Katie Malbon, a paediatric consultant at St Mary’s Hospital, part of West London Children’s Healthcare, has co-authored a groundbreaking report.
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Maximising community voices in research
The NIHR Imperial BRC has recruited over 80 members of the public to be Community Partners, up from 18 in the last BRC contract.
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Trust researcher wins national cardiology award
Trust researcher Dr Arunashis Sau has won the 2023 Young Investigator Award, a prestigious national prize which recognises ‘excellence among young researchers intending to pursue a career in…
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Trust apprentice wins prestigious national award
Joe Maslen, who works at Charing Cross and St Mary’s hospitals, has been named Apprentice of the Year at the Skills for Health Our Health Heroes Awards.
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First of three new NHS community diagnostic centres for north west London opens
The Willesden facility is the first of three new community diagnostic centres in north west London to create additional diagnostic capacity for planned care in community locations, separated from…
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Celebrating birthday honours for Imperial College Healthcare consultant, nurse, lay partner and retired professor
Professor Averil Mansfield CBE has been awarded a damehood for services to surgery and to equality in medicine; consultant gynaecologist Alan Farthing has been awarded a commander of Royal Victorian…
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Leading life sciences organisations join forces in Paddington
Paddington Life Sciences Partners is an influential partnership group made up of NHS, industry, community and academic organisations.
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Information and advice about industrial action planned this month
A 72-hour strike by junior doctors is due to take place from 7am on Wednesday 14 June until 7am on Saturday 17 June.
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Webinar encourages public involvement in new surgical centre
Would you like to be involved in the ongoing development of a new orthopaedic centre at Central Middlesex Hospital (CMH) which will carry out up to 4,000 operations a year for patients living across…
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New sanctuary garden for bereaved visitors opens Charing Cross Hospital
A new sanctuary garden for those facing a bereavement has opened at Charing Cross Hospital. Earlier this week, TV presenter and former patient Nicki Chapman joined other former patients and NHS…
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Trial to capture anaesthetic gases and reduce Trust's carbon footprint
New canisters designed to capture anaesthetic gases have been installed across the Trust hospitals, in a large scale feasibility trial to reduce carbon emissions in surgery.
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Trust response to New Hospital Programme announcement
In response to the Government's New Hospital Programme announcement today, Professor Tim Orchard, chief executive of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, said: “Today's announcement on the New…
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New programme to advance diversity and inclusion in clinical trials
The North West London Clinical Trials Alliance has joined a new programme to advance diversity and inclusion in clinical trials.
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Humans of Health Research exhibition - new dates for White City
Imperial College AHSC is holding a free photography-led exhibition of patients and researchers involved in healthcare research at White City Community Centre, between 30 May and 3 June (10.00-17.00).
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International Clinical Trials Day: celebrating 1000 plus clinical research studies last year
This International Clinical Trials Day (20 May), we are reflecting on the Trust’s clinical research achievements over the past year. This has included running over 1,000 clinical research studies,…
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Three Imperial researchers awarded Academy of Medical Sciences Fellowships
Three leading Imperial researchers have been elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS) for their work in biomedical and health research. This year’s researchers are among…
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Humans of Health Research series - issue 11
The Imperial College AHSC has published the latest edition of ‘Humans of Health Research’, which highlights researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.
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New blood test which can detect brain tumours receives FDA ‘Breakthrough Therapy designation’
Following a trial clinical trial run by researchers at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, a simple blood test to detect cancer in brain tumours has been granted Breakthrough Therapy designation…
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Trust staff recognised at Advancing Healthcare Awards
Trust staff recognised at Advancing Healthcare Awards
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Information and advice about industrial action (30 April – 1 May)
A 28-hour strike by Royal College of Nursing members is due to take place between 8pm on Sunday 30 April and midnight on Monday 1 May.
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Comedian Rich Hall playing charity show as thank you to Charing Cross Hospital and Maggie's charity
Comedian Rich Hall will play a special show at the Bush Hall on Friday 14 April to support Maggie’s cancer charity's work at Charing Charing Cross Hospital.
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Two Trust nurses receive internationally recognised award for outstanding care
On 4 April, the first DAISY Award ceremony was held at Charing Cross Hospital for two nurses who have demonstrated outstanding care to patients and their families.
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Why diversity in clinical trials is essential to the future of UK life sciences
A new collaborative report co-authored by the Trust highlights reasons why incorporating equality, diversity and inclusion is essential in clinical trials.
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Trust recognised at HSJ Partnership Awards
Imperial College Healthcare’s collaborative work was recognised at the recent HSJ Partnership Awards
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Trust shortlisted in HSJ digital awards
Imperial College Healthcare has been shortlisted in the HSJ Digital Awards in a joint entry with Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
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Information and advice about industrial action planned this month
A four-day strike by junior doctors is due to take place between 7am on Tuesday 11 April until 7am on Saturday 15 April.
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Charing Cross Hospital apprentice in the running for national award
Joe Maslen joined the radiotherapy department at Charing Cross Hospital as a radiotherapy apprentice assistant practitioner in 2020. He has been named as a finalist for the national Our Health…
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London-wide specialist ambulance service for critically-ill patients
A specialist ambulance service for transporting critically-ill patients between hospitals across London starts on 1 April.
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Roaming portrait exhibition celebrates staff and patients in healthcare research
AHSC has launched a roving photography-led exhibition of patients and researchers involved in healthcare research.
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Trust achieves accreditation as Living Wage Employer
Imperial College Healthcare has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer
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New director of strategic partnerships for Paddington Life Sciences
Dr Suki Balendra appointed as director of strategic partnerships for Paddington Life Sciences.
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Humans of Health Research series - issue 10
The ASHC has published the tenth edition of Humans of Health Research
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Vaccination halves risk of long Covid, largest study to date shows
Vaccination halves risk of long Covid, largest study to date shows
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Centre of excellence for inpatient orthopaedic surgery in north west London gets the go-ahead
Inpatient orthopaedic surgery in north west London
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Continued progress for Imperial College Healthcare in 2022 NHS staff survey
The 2022 NHS staff survey results, published today, show continued progress across a range of measures at Imperial College Healthcare.
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New Digital Collaboration Space to boost health data-enabled research, as part of Paddington Life Sciences
New Digital Collaboration Space to boost health data-enabled research, within Paddington Life Sciences
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Ukrainian surgeons visit St Mary’s Hospital to observe life and limb-saving trauma surgery techniques
Surgeons from hospitals in Ukraine visited St Mary’s Hospital last week (21-22 February) to learn more about complex surgery techniques which could save lives and limbs at home. The Ukrainian…
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Nurse and early career researcher wins fellowship in competitive national programme
Rachael Lear, iCARE Research Fellow in Digital Health and Care Innovation, was recently awarded a Health Education England Topol Digital Fellowship.
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Imperial Biomedical Research Centre showcases work to tackle major health issues
Researchers, clinicians and patient representatives came together to launch the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Imperial Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). The NIHR Imperial…
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Humans of Health Research series - issue 9
The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.
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Heart failure nurse wins national award from charity
Carys Barton, a consultant nurse in heart failure at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, has won a Roy Award from the Pumping Marvellous Foundation in recognition of her outstanding contribution…
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Update on NHS proposal to improve orthopaedic surgery in north west London
Almost 2,000 patients and local people have taken part in a 14-week public consultation on a proposal to develop a centre of excellence for inpatient orthopaedic surgery at Central Middlesex…
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Kisspeptin hormone injection could treat low sex drive in women and men
Kisspeptin hormone injection could treat low sex drive in women and men
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Tech collaborative works with NHS to test new care platform for cardiac patients
Using smart technology to support the recovery of heart attack patients is to be assessed as part of a major new study. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of three trusts nationally,…
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Industrial action planned for January and February 2023
Several public sector unions – including some NHS unions – are planning industrial action on a number of days in January and February 2023.
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Trust joins international nurse recognition programme the Daisy Awards
Nurses and midwives at Imperial College Healthcare who have shown outstanding clinical skill and compassionate care can now be nominated by patients and/or their families for the internationally…
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Humans of Health Research series - issue 8
The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.
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Celebrating the festive season at our hospitals
Every year, our staff find ways to make the holiday season feel special for patients in our hospitals. After several years where celebrations were limited due to the Covid-19 pandemic, staff across…
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London Ambulance Service industrial action on Wednesday 21 December
London Ambulance Service staff will go on strike on Wednesday 21 December from 12.00pm - 11.59pm. This may also lead to further disruption the following day. During this period, ambulances will be…
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Industrial action by the RCN on 15 and 20 December
Our absolute priority is to ensure we collectively provide safe care to all our patients during the industrial action. We have developed detailed plans which has determined what services we will run…
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Multi-million-pound trial to find best flu treatments
A new national trial, led by Imperial College Healthcare and Imperial College London, aims to find the most effective treatments for people hospitalised with severe flu.
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Mental health nurse wins national award
Dorcas Gwata, who works as a psychiatric liaison nurse at St Mary's Hospital, has been named Best Nurse at The Sun's Who Cares Wins Awards.
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Trust achievements recognised at the Health Service Journal awards
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has won three accolades at the national Health Service Journal (HSJ) Awards.
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Our plans to maintain high quality care throughout a challenging winter
We are finalising plans to maintain high quality care for all our patients throughout what is anticipated to be a challenging winter.
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Humans of Health Research series - issue 7
The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.
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Trust appoints new non-executive director
Nick Gash has been appointed to the board the Trust as a non-executive director.
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New machine learning tool can help predict patients most at risk of developing Covid-19 in hospital
Researchers have created an AI tool that can help identify patients most at risk of developing Covid-19 while in hospital.
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Share your views on NHS proposal to improve orthopaedic surgery in north west London
Patients and local people are being asked for their views on a proposal to create a centre of excellence for inpatient orthopaedic surgery.
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North West London Patient Safety Research Collaboration secures renewed funding
An Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London research partnership has been awarded NIHR funding to improve patient safety.
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Latest Humans of Health Research feature
The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.
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£95 million investment for Imperial Biomedical Research Centre
The NIHR has awarded the BRC more than £95 million to develop and improve care for patients.
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North West London Clinical Trials Alliance shortlisted for national award
The Alliance has been announced as a finalist in the New Statesman's Positive Impact Awards.
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New heart attack insight could lead to better survival rates after surgery
New research shows how doctors can improve the timing of surgery for some heart attack patients by the levels of a particular protein in their blood.
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Research in Focus: How data can help answer the biggest questions in health
In our latest Research in Focus video, experts Dr Erik Mayer and Dr Fu Siong Ng explain how health data can help us improve care. They also explain how patients and members of the public help…
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New Trust non-executive directors appointed as board in common is established
Linda Burke, Aman Dalvi, David Moss and Janet Rubin have been appointed to the board of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust as non-executive directors. With other board colleagues - chair Matthew…
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Services and appointments on Monday 19 September
Monday 19 Sept has been declared a national bank holiday for the state funeral of Her Majesty The Queen. Urgent and emergency services and time critical care will continue but many other…
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Statements on the death of Her Majesty The Queen
Chief executive Professor Tim Orchard said: “We are incredibly saddened by news of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. “Her Majesty demonstrated many qualities, including those that are the…
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Western Eye Hospital to be expanded alongside building improvements to enable full reopening
We have given the go ahead to a major £9m building project at the Western Eye Hospital. It will allow us to reopen the hospital fully next spring, with additional operating capacity to help tackle…
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Scaling Charing Cross Hospital’s tower block for latest decarbonisation project
Charing Cross Hospital has overcome a significant hurdle in its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint
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Acute NHS trusts strengthen partnership working to improve patient care
The four acute NHS trusts in north west London are to come together under a single board in common from autumn 2022. The decision will build on the close partnership working that offered so many…
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Improvements at Imperial College Healthcare recognised in the 2022 Health Service Journal (HSJ) awards shortlist
Imperial College Healthcare has been shortlisted in five categories of this year’s national HSJ Awards, recognising outstanding contributions to healthcare
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New life sciences cluster in Paddington to maximise local and global benefits of NHS, research, industry and community partnerships
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has set out its vision for a new life sciences cluster in Paddington.
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Changing the order of breast cancer treatments may lead to better care
Changing the order in which treatments are given to breast cancer patients could reduce side effects and improve outcomes.
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North west London acute trusts make formal proposal to develop an elective orthopaedic centre
The four acute hospital trusts in north west London are working up a formal proposal to develop an elective orthopaedic centre.
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Trust staff profiled by latest in Academic Health Science Centre's Humans of Health Research series
The latest in a new series of portraits documenting researchers and patients involved in healthcare research has been unveiled by the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC),…
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NHS England Chief Executive visits Charing Cross Hospital to mark NHS birthday
Amanda Pritchard, Chief Executive of NHS England, paid a special visit to Charing Cross Hospital on Tuesday 5 July to mark the 74th anniversary of the NHS.
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Flagship lounges at Charing Cross and Hammersmith hospitals officially open for staff
Two new staff lounges within Hammersmith and Charing Cross restaurants are now officially open.
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First patient randomised into super donor plasma trial at Charing Cross hospital
The first UK patient has been treated at Charing Cross hospital in a reopened trial.
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‘Compassionate communities’ initiative supporting health and wellbeing for the most in need
Working in partnership with Imperial Health Charity, our pioneering new funding initiative – Compassionate communities - has helped to improve the health and wellbeing of people most affected by the…
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Single brain scan can diagnose Alzheimer’s disease
A single MRI scan of the brain could be enough to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study.
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Professor Dame Lesley Regan appointed as government’s first ever Women’s Health Ambassador
Professor Dame Lesley Regan, Trust consultant at St Mary’s Hospital, has been appointed as the government’s first ever Women’s Health Ambassador for England.
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Proposed tube and rail strikes affecting public transport next week
There are proposed tube and rail strikes on 21, 23 and 25 June. Please do take a look and plan your journey in advance if you are travelling to and from our hospitals.
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National NHS complaint-handling policies could go further to support an improvement-focused approach to complaints
The current design of national policies for complaint handling in NHS hospitals in England may mean there is more focus on assessing a complaint’s validity and less on learning from the concerns…
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Neonatal care app designed at Imperial College Healthcare now available nationally
An app designed by doctors, nurses and therapists at Imperial College Healthcare to help support parents of premature babies receiving care in the neonatal unit is now available to parents across…
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Help improve care for people with bone and joint problems in west and north west London
Join our online events to meet local doctors and share your views to help improve our routine orthopaedic surgery (such as knee or hip replacements) and wider musculoskeletal services (bone and…
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Trust staff complete programme to help them into research careers
Trust staff from a range of clinical specialities have graduated from an AHSC programme designed to support them into research careers.
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Monkeypox - update and advice
The UKHSA is currently investigating a number of cases of monkeypox in England. Monkeypox is a viral infection. It is usually a mild self-limiting illness, spread by very close contact with an…
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A year of research in numbers: International Clinical Trials Day at Imperial College Healthcare
On International Clinical Trials Day 2022, Imperial College Healthcare is reflecting on its clinical research achievements over the last 12 months with a new infographic.
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Four Imperial People awarded Academy of Medical Sciences Fellowships
Four Trust researchers have been elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences for their work in biomedical and health research. The researchers are among 60 outstanding biomedical…
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Trust celebrates International Day of the Midwife
On Thursday 5 May 2022 we will be celebrating International Day of the Midwife - a global awareness day dedicated to reflecting on the progress of midwifery over the years. A series of activities…
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Applications now open for sponsored nursing associate programme
Applications are now open for Imperial College Healthcare’s sponsored nursing associate programme, in partnership with Buckinghamshire New University, University of East London and The Open…
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ENO Breathe programme can improve quality of life and breathlessness after Covid-19
An online breathing and wellbeing programme helps improve quality of life and breathlessness for people recovering from COVID-19, according to a new study.
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Innovation partnership looks to recycle facemasks into new products for the NHS
Millions of items of PPE discarded in hospitals could be recycled into new products for the NHS.
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Medical technology spinout company secures investment
A spinout company behind a digital therapy and rehabilitation platform developed by clinicians at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has secured $11 million of investment funding.
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Kisspeptin hormone can enhance human bone activity
Kisspeptin, a naturally-occurring hormone, has been found to increase the activity of bone-forming cells in the body for the first time in a study supported by the National Institute for Health and…
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Real-time hospital admissions data system to support future response to public health emergencies
Clinicians and researchers are working with colleagues from across north west London to produce a real-time data feed that will analyse hospital admissions data.
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Information for patients following publication of the Ockenden report
We know that the report may cause concern for many others, especially those who are pregnant or planning for a baby. If you are under our maternity care and have any questions or concerns, we would…
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NHS staff survey results continue to show higher than average engagement and morale and much more to do on equality and inclusion
Staff in our organisation continue to feel more engaged and have higher morale than staff on average across all acute NHS trusts, according to the results of the 2021 NHS staff survey, published…
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NHS staff survey results continue to show higher than average engagement and morale and much more to do on equality and inclusion
Staff in our organisation continue to feel more engaged and have higher morale than staff on average across all acute NHS trusts, according to the results of the 2021 NHS staff survey, published…
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Female scientists to play leading role in new women's health research centre
A new research centre will empower female researchers to play a leading role in advancing treatments for women’s cancers and pre-term birth.
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Resurfacing works affecting Du Cane Road near Hammersmith and Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea hospitals
Resurfacing works affecting Du Cane Road near Hammersmith and Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea hospitals will begin on Monday 28 March for 5 nights, between 20.00-05.00.
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Next steps set out for Western Eye Hospital following temporary relocation of services
We have been undertaking detailed building investigations to determine next steps.
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Survivors of heart attack who had cardiac arrest at the same time are at increased risk of early death after discharge
Patients who survive having a heart attack that had a cardiac arrest at the same time are at increased risk of dying following hospital discharge.
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Imperial College Healthcare recognised as an Innovation and Impact 110 organisation by Upstream
The Trust been recognised as an II110 organisation by Upstream, a partnership between Imperial College London and Hammersmith & Fulham Council.
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Trust to feature in new BBC2 medical series using augmented reality to help patients learn more about their medical conditions
Staff and patients from across our hospitals will feature in brand new six-part series for BBC2, starting at 8pm tonight.
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Better Hospitals webinar now available to watch
Data and AI innovation is transforming healthcare: who benefits most?
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Ultrasound scan can diagnose prostate cancer
An ultrasound scan can be used to detect cases of prostate cancer, according to new research by Imperial College London, University College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS…
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Imperial College Healthcare awarded £11.3 million to expand early phase clinical research
The NIHR has awarded £11.3 million to the Trust to develop its Clinical Research Facility as part of a national drive to expand early phase clinical research delivery at NHS hospitals across England…
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Channel 4 documentary gives unique insight into London's major trauma network
Staff from the Trust’s major trauma pathway and emergency department will feature in a brand new Channel 4 documentary series, which will follow the work of London’s major trauma network.
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First medical director and director of nursing appointed to lead integrated acute and specialist services for children and young people across west London
Acute and specialist services for children and young people across Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are to have a joint medical…
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Simple blood test could save lives of thousands of heart attack patients
A quick and cheap blood test could help doctors to spot people at high risk of death following a suspected heart attack, according to new research published in PLOS Medicine.
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Design team appointed for preliminary planning and design for St Mary’s Hospital redevelopment
With the support of the New Hospital Programme, Imperial College Healthcare is beginning the next phase of redevelopment planning work for St Mary’s Hospital.
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Portrait exhibition celebrates staff and patients in healthcare research
A new series of portraits documenting researchers and patients involved in healthcare research has been unveiled in an online photography exhibition. Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre…
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Joint Chair announced for north west London's four acute trusts
North west London's four acute trusts are pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Swindells as new joint Chair.
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Redevelopment update for St Mary's, Charing Cross and Hammersmith hospitals
With the support of the New Hospital Programme, Imperial College Healthcare is beginning the next phase of redevelopment planning work for its three main hospital sites, all of which are included in…
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First wave of rest nests handed over to Trust staff
First wave of fully refurbished, interior-designed staff breakrooms handed over to intensive care, pharmacy and acute medicine teams in new ‘rest nest’ programme. Three fully refurbished staff ‘rest…
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Charity grant helps doctors utilise data to improve outcomes for patients with ovarian cancer
Doctors are pioneering a new approach to data analysis that will help improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients with ovarian cancer.
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New publication to widen access to key facts about Covid-19 vaccination from the latest research
The Trust has published a summary report to share the latest scientific understanding on Covid-19 vaccination with staff and patients, accessibly and objectively. Co-authored by Imperial College’s…
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Artificial intelligence tool could help GPs diagnose heart failure
Artificial intelligence can help to improve the performance of ‘smart stethoscopes’, enabling doctors to diagnose heart failure earlier and improving patient outcomes.
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Heat map of loneliness in London could provide insights into social isolation
A new project to map loneliness in London hopes to highlight the scale of the issue and target existing services to those who need them most.
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Researchers awarded £1m to trial quicker diagnostic tools for prostate cancer
Researchers from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London have been awarded £1 million to trial new MRI scanning methods to diagnose prostate cancer.
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New findings suggest smoking increases social isolation and loneliness
Smokers may become more socially isolated and lonely than non-smokers as they get older, a new study suggests. Previous research has found that people who are isolated and lonely are more likely…
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Trust consultant awarded MBE in New Year’s Honours
Dr Justin Roe, clinical service lead at the national centre for airway reconstruction at the Trust, has been awarded an MBE in the New Year’s Honours for services to speech and language therapy,…
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A statement on our operational position and plans in response to increasing Covid-19 infections and other pressures
Like other hospitals in London, we have seen an increase in the number of patients with Covid-19 over the past two weeks.
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Trust marks one year of Covid-19 vaccinations
On 22 December 2020, we gave the first dose of the vaccine for Covid-19 at Imperial College Healthcare. In the year since, we've given over 70,000 jabs – first dose, second dose, and booster…
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Vaccination clinics expanded to offer thousands of booster appointments
Charing Cross, Hammersmith and St Mary's hospitals are joining the response to the urgent need to offer all adults the Covid booster vaccine following the emergence of the Omicron variant of Covid-19.
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New drug could more effectively treat patients hospitalised with Covid-19 pneumonia
A trial has identified a drug that could more effectively treat patients hospitalised with Covid-19 pneumonia compared to existing usual methods of care. The CATALYST trial, led by the Universities…
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People with long Covid after hospitalisation face limited recovery after one year
People who were hospitalised with Covid-19 and continued to experience symptoms after five months show limited further recovery one year after hospital discharge, according to the latest results of…
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Trust staff member is first nurse to become a Schwarzman Scholar
Lloyd Nunag, team leader for the surgery and oncology research team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, has become the first ever nurse to be awarded the prestigious Schwarzman Scholarship.
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Sepsis risk alerts can help to protect patients in hospitals
A digital alert system used at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust to identify patients who are at risk of sepsis can reduce deaths and extended hospital stays, research has shown Real-world…
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Real-world data provides valuable insights into Covid-19 vaccine roll-out
Analysis of Europe’s largest patient data record has provided valuable insights into the UK’s Covid-19 vaccine roll-out.
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Extra £1 million to help with winter pressures
The Trust has successfully bid for an additional £1 million to support a range of initiatives to help deliver high quality care this winter.
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Temporary relocation of some Western Eye services for essential fire safety improvements
Following an expert review of fire safety at the vacant Samaritan Hospital, adjacent to the Western Eye Hospital, we are taking the precaution of immediately relocating some services from the…
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Expert ‘optimistic’ about possibility of tests for long Covid
There are reasons to be 'optimistic' about the possibility of creating simple tests to determine if someone has long Covid, according to an expert speaking at the latest Imperial College Academic…
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Researchers awarded £1.2 million to trial a new weight loss treatment
Researchers at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been awarded £1.2 million to trial a new minimally invasive weight loss treatment in patients.
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Diversity and Inclusion awards for Imperial staff who pioneered innovative headwear
Staff at the Trust have won two diversity and inclusion awards and also been highly commended for a third honour.
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Six awards for the Trust from the National Institute for Health Research
Teams and individuals at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have received a record six honours at the National Institute for Health Research’s (NIHR) North West London Clinical Research Awards…
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Trust Mary Seacole Scholar publishes report about experience of minority ethnic nursing associates
A new report explores the experiences of a group of nursing associate staff from minority ethnic backgrounds and proposes improvements to help maximise potential.
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Royal Philharmonic Society Award win for ENO Breathe programme supporting patients recovering from Covid-19
The ENO Breathe programme, developed in partnership with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, has won the Royal Philharmonic Society’s (RPS) 2021 Impact Award.
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NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre launches new framework to improve equality, diversity and inclusion in research
The BRC has committed to a new framework that will underpin its work and help improve equality of access to research opportunities for both research staff and study participants.
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Trust appoints second medical director
Consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon Raymond Anakwe has been appointed as a second medical director for the Trust. An additional, part-time medical director post has been created to allow our…
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Neonatal services at the Trust become first in London to be awarded UNICEF’s Baby Friendly Award
Neonatal services at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been recognised by global charity UNICEF (United Nation’s Children Fund) after being awarded the prestigious Baby Friendly Award. We…
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Trust carries out world-first non-invasive procedure to safely treat twin pregnancy complications
Doctors at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea hospital have completed a world first procedure to safely treat a pair of twins in the womb with a rare condition.
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A focus on our commitment to reduce carbon emissions to coincide with COP26
While attention turns to COP26, we want to highlight the advances we are helping to achieve locally to reduce our own impact on the environment.
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How does co-location power life sciences innovation? 'Better hospitals' seminar available to watch
In our third 'Better hospitals' seminar we discussed how hospitals, patients, healthcare innovators, researchers, and business work best together to tackle the major causes of disease and drive…
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Trust prepares for second winter with Covid-19
Plans are in place to ensure we continue to provide high quality care for all our patients as we head into the autumn and winter while still responding to Covid-19.
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ENO Breathe shortlisted for 2021 Royal Philharmonic Society Awards
The English National Opera’s ENO Breathe programme has been shortlisted for the Royal Philharmonic Society’s (RPS) 2021 Impact Award.
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Trust teams up with Chelsea Foundation and Imperial Health Charity to improve community health
A new partnership with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Chelsea Foundation has been announced, to improve the health and wellbeing of communities in north west London
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Research shows changing impact of Covid-19 on cancer patients and recovery
Two new papers supported by the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre have highlighted how the impact of Covid-19 on cancer patients has changed through the pandemic. The work, based on the…
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Real world data analysis provides critical insight on vaccination programme and supports evidence that single dose reduces infection
Analysis of north west London data from the beginning of the national Covid-19 vaccination programme has further supported the evidence that a single dose of the Covid-19 vaccine is effective in…
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Key milestone for the redevelopment of St Marys Hospital
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has formally submitted its strategic outline case for the redevelopment of St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington.
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North West London Clinical Trials Alliance launches
A new collaboration between clinical trial teams in north west London has been announced today (14 September) that aims to improve access to and the quality of clinical research in the region.…
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Trust staff receive academic promotions at Imperial College London
Trust staff members have been promoted as part of the latest round of academic promotions at Imperial College London.
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Imperial College Healthcare to join pioneering study to improve prostate cancer diagnosis using AI
Imperial College Healthcare is joining a new study which will look at a new AI technology to help reduce diagnostic errors and speed up diagnosis of prostate cancer.
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Device enables people with arm disabilities following a stroke to do more physical training
New study shows a rehabilitation device can increase arm exercise in stroke patients to aid their recovery, without the need for supervision in hospital by a therapist.
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New blood test could help doctors identify viral infections more easily
Clinical researchers from the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) have developed a new test which could help doctors to more easily distinguish what kind of infection a patient may have…
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AI-supported test can predict eye disease that leads to blindness
A new eye test can be used to predict a condition that can lead to blindness, according to a new study. In a clinical trial of 113 patients at Western Eye Hospital, retinal imaging technology was…
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Blood thinners improve outcomes in 'moderately ill' Covid-19 patients
Treating Covid-19 patients who are not critically ill with blood thinning drugs helps reduce the need for organ support and critical care, a recently published study has found.
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Imperial Private Healthcare launches International Affiliate Network
This week marks the launch of the Imperial Private Healthcare International Affiliate Network. The network has been established to develop relationships with aspirational hospitals across the…
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Trust seeks feedback on proposal to improve specialist infectious diseases inpatients care
Patients, carers, service user groups and other stakeholders are being asked for their views on the proposal to move Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s specialist infectious diseases inpatients…
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ICU staff around the world showing signs of mental health conditions during Covid-19 pandemic
Nearly half of staff working in intensive care units during the Covid-19 pandemic could be experiencing mental health conditions, according to a new study of staff from seven countries. Researchers…
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Blood clots in those with severe Covid-19 may be related to abnormal antibody response
A new study of cells provides support and scientific validation for the MATIS clinical trial, led by Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
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A single chair for north west London's acute trusts to support more collaborative working
The north west London NHS has agreed to appoint a single chair for its four acute trusts.
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New national organ donation and transplantation plan for Greece led by Trust consultant
A landmark report for a new national organ donation and transplantation plan in Greece has been accepted.
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Sponsored nursing associate programme launches in partnership with three universities
Imperial College Healthcare has launched a sponsored nursing associate programme in partnership with Buckinghamshire New University, University of East London and The Open University. The programme…
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Latest REACT-2 study findings show that almost all double vaccinated people in England have antibodies to coronavirus
New findings from the REACT-2 study, a major coronavirus antibody surveillance survey, have shown the impact of England’s vaccination programme on antibodies in the population.
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Trust 2020 2021 annual report and quality account are now available
Read our Annual Report 2020/21 which this year includes the Quality Account. Join us tonight for our online annual general meeting from 6pm – all welcome.
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Trust celebrates first ever Gratitude Festival to thank staff
This week marks our first ever Gratitude Festival – a week-long celebration dedicated to thanking all our 14,000 staff.
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Results from the Imperial vaccine trial suggest new Covid-19 vaccine technology is safe in humans
The first trial of a new Covid-19 vaccine technology has shown no short-term safety concerns.
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Imperial College Healthcare appoints new chief operating officer
Claire Hook has been appointed to the reintroduced role of chief operating officer.
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Three brain responses linked to successful weight loss surgery
Three types of brain responses which help to prevent weight regain following bariatric surgery have been identified for the first time in a new study.
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Consultant ear nose and throat surgeon recognised as one of Top 50 Women in Engineering
Miss Catherine Rennie, consultant ear nose and throat (ENT) surgeon, has been recognised in this year’s Top 50 Women in Engineering list.
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Corticosteroids may be an effective treatment for Covid-19 complications in children
An international study has shown that corticosteroids may be an effective treatment for children who develop a rare but serious condition after Covid-19 infection.
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Artificial intelligence breast cancer screening project wins government funding for NHS trial
UK researchers have secured government funding to study the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for breast cancer screening in NHS hospitals.
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Trust pilots remote monitoring for heart failure patients
Imperial College Healthcare is working with remote healthcare provider, Luscii, to pilot an at-home monitoring system for patients with heart failure.
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Birthday honours for Imperial people
Four Imperial people are among those who have been awarded honours in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list. Non-executive director, Nick Ross, former director of infection prevention and control,…
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Dr James Price appointed as director of infection prevention and control
Dr James Price appointed as director of infection prevention and control taking over from Professor Alison Holmes after 15 years in post.
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Imperial College Healthcare wins at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea Foundation, the charity of Chelsea football club, invited key workers from three NHS trusts in north-west London to compete in a tournament at Stamford Bridge.
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'Compassionate communities' supports local health projects to address impacts of Covid-19
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial Health Charity have today announced 20 community organisations that will receive up to £30,000 in vital funding to improve the health and wellbeing…
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How Imperial's clinical researchers rose to the challenge of vaccine trials
Ellyw Evans from Imperial College London’s faculty of medicine speaks to staff from Imperial's Clinical Research Facility about how they adapted their work during the pandemic to deliver several…
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New series to put Trust research in focus
To coincide with International Clinical Trials Day 2021, Imperial College Healthcare is launching a new video series that will shine a spotlight on the Trust’s role in vital clinical research.
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Trust joins UK Heath Data Research Alliance
The Trust is one of four new organisations to join the UK Health Data Research Alliance, which works to create a unified approach to the use of health data across the UK.
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Trust Green Plan launches today, boosted by £26.9 million decarbonisation grant
Imperial College Healthcare today launches an ambitious ‘Green Plan’, setting out its response to the challenges of climate change.
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Matron receives chief nursing officer for England gold award
Winny Thomas has been awarded the chief nursing officer for England’s gold award for nursing excellence in recognition of her lifetime of achievement in nursing.
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Reproductive health researcher named as Dean of the NIHR Academy
Professor Waljit Dhillo has been appointed as the new Dean of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Academy.
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How green is your hospital? 'Better hospitals' seminar available to watch
In our second 'Better hospitals' seminar we discuss what new, super-sustainable hospitals could look like and what the NHS can do now to help reduce the health impact of climate change.
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Imperial stories: A new device enabling people with arm disabilities to do more.
In a new long-read piece for their Imperial Stories series, Imperial College London have featured the makers of a new device which is enabling people with arm disabilities to do more physical…
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Cleaners, porters and catering staff to continue to be directly employed
All cleaners, porters and catering staff will continue to be directly employed by the Trust following an evaluation of ‘in-house’ arrangements put in place on 1 April 2020.
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Study finds majority of patients hospitalised with Covid-19 not fully recovered five months after discharge
Seven in ten patients discharged from hospital following Covid-19 infection have not fully recovered five months after discharge, according to new data from a UK-wide study. The research, which is…
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Bob Alexander announced as interim chair
Bob Alexander is to take on the role of interim chair from 1 April 2021, taking over from Paula Vennells who is standing down as chair at the end of March.
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Our Covid-19 response - one year on
23 March marked one year since the first nationwide Covid-19 lockdown began. We have produced an infographic which gives an insight into just some of what has happened here in the last 12 months.
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Imperial Adolescent Health Transition e-Hub launches
This week is International Adolescent Health Week – the perfect time to announce the launch of our new Adolescent Health Transition e-Hub, an online resource to support, inform and educate young…
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More than 500,000 Covid-19 tests processed by North West London Pathology
North West London Pathology has reached the milestone of processing more than half a million Covid-19 PCR tests, providing vital information to help keep our hospitals and communities safe.
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New large vaccination centre launches at the Novotel London West in Hammersmith
The NHS in North West London is continuing the roll out of the Covid-19 vaccine programme with a new large vaccination centre opening at the Novotel hotel London West in Hammersmith.
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National staff survey results show some improvements to staff wellbeing with our staff engagement score maintained but more progress is needed
This year’s national staff survey results, published today, shows a third successive increase in the proportion of our staff who would recommend the Trust as a place to work and as a place to be…
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Trust supports new community vaccination centre
The NHS in North West London has opened a new large vaccination centre on Edgware Road. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is running the centre as part of a collaborative effort with Westminster…
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Research shows damage to the heart in some Covid-19 patients discharged from hospital
Study shows that some patients discharged from hospital following severe Covid-19 have evidence of damage to their heart.
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Innovative scan for prostate cancer could save lives by increasing early detection
Researchers at Imperial College Healthcare and Imperial College London have developed a new scan, known as a ‘Prostagram’, that could help improve early detection of prostate cancer and potentially…
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‘Compassionate communities’ programme launched to support local health projects
Community organisations working to improve the health and wellbeing of people in north west London most affected by Covid-19 will have the chance to bid for vital funding, thanks to an innovative…
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Remembering Lesley Moran
Lesley Moran, a health records supervisor overseeing clinical preparation at Hammersmith Hospital, died in January 2021. Lesley will be greatly missed by everyone who has worked with her during her…
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Remembering Dax Daantos
Dax Daantos, an orthopaedic implant coordinator who worked at Charing Cross Hospital, died in January 2021. Dax was a hugely valued member of theatres and is held in great affection by everyone who…
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English National Opera's singing programme for people recovering from Covid-19 rolls out nationally
The ENO Breathe programme for Covid-19 patients is developed in collaboration with Imperial College Healthcare and will be rolled out nationally.
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Cancellation of Trust board meeting
Due to the current urgent priority of the NHS response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Trust board’s meeting which was due to be held today has been cancelled.
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Remembering Pedro Barte
Pedro Barte, a registered nurse who worked at Charing Cross Hospital, died in January 2021.
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Arthritis drugs may help improve survival and reduce time spent in ICU for sickest Covid-19 patients
Treating critically ill Covid-19 patients with drugs typically used for arthritis may significantly improve survival, a landmark study has found. The findings come from the REMAP-CAP trial, which…
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New AHSC Chair announced
Professor Sir Mark Walport, has been appointed chair of the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) Strategic Partnership Board.
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The first 'Better hospitals' seminar available to watch
In our first 'Better hospitals' seminar we discuss how Covid-19 is influencing healthcare and hospital design.
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English National Opera says thank you to our staff with virtual Christmas carols
The English National Opera (ENO) has given our staff a special boost this Christmas with the singing of carols to help spread some festive cheer.
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AI-supported test predicts eye disease three years before symptoms
A pioneering new eye test may predict Wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of severe sight loss, three years before symptoms develop.
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Imperial College Healthcare appoints Jazz Thind as chief financial officer
The Trust has appointed Jazz Thind as its permanent chief financial officer following an 11-month period as interim.
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NHS Covid-19 vaccination programme
The national Covid-19 vaccination programme got underway on 8 December. Our Trust expects to receive an initial supply of the vaccine for our staff and we are awaiting a delivery date.
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Trust reaches research milestone with 3000 patients recruited to Covid studies
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has now recruited more than 3000 patients to Covid-19 Urgent Public Health (UPH) clinical research studies, putting the Trust among the top 5 in the country in…
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Trust chair to step down next April
Our Chair, Paula Vennells, has today let the Trust know that she will be stepping down from her role in April, at the end of the current financial year. She said: “By the time I leave, I will have…
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St Mary's and Charing Cross A&Es will join NHS 111 First service from 27 November
St Mary's and Charing Cross A&Es will join NHS 111 First service from Thursday 27 November - providing booked appointments for patients with urgent but not life-threatening medical needs.
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Innovative headwear to support BAME colleagues to wear PPE safely and comfortably
An idea by ward manager Noni Nyathi (pictured) to help black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) colleagues wear PPE in Covid-secure areas has led to redesigned headwear being purchased by the Trust…
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Initial data shows arthritis drug is effective in treating sickest Covid-19 patients
Critically ill patients with Covid-19 who have been treated with an arthritis drug that reduces inflammation are significantly more likely to have improved outcomes, according to early data from the…
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Imperial College Healthcare to join network of Long Covid specialist clinics
Imperial College Healthcare will join a network of Trusts providing more than 40 ‘Long Covid’ specialist clinics across the country – including 11 in London - to help patients suffering debilitating…
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New drug can improve fertility in women with reproductive health problems
A drug that acts via the natural ‘kisspeptin’ hormone system in the body has the potential to treat reproductive health problems in women, according to a new study.
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Imperial College Healthcare to take part in latest national vaccine study
Researchers and clinicians from across the Trust are taking part in another leading phase three Covid-19 vaccine study.
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Patients taking statins experience similar side effects from placebo
New research published today has found people taking placebo pills and statins experienced similar side effects.
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Compassionate Communities £450,000 funding programme launched
Working in partnership with Imperial Health Charity, the Trust is pioneering a new funding programme – Compassionate Communities - to support some of the most vulnerable people impacted by Covid-19…
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Latest findings from REACT 2 study show that coronavirus antibody prevalence may be falling in England
Tests on more than 365,000 people in England have suggested a decline in the proportion of the population who have detectable antibodies for the virus that causes Covid-19. The downward trend was…
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New research finds severe morning sickness increases the risk of depression both during and after pregnancy
Researchers from the Trust found that nearly half of women with HG suffered antenatal depression and nearly 30 per cent had postnatal depression.
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Birthday honours for Trust's matron for quality and consultant neurosurgeon
Winny Thomas, matron for quality and BAME nurses and midwives network chair, and Professor Mark Wilson, consultant neurosurgeon, have been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours.
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Urgent response needed to tackle Covid-19 health disparities
An Imperial expert has called for rapid action to tackle the causes of severe Covid-19 illness and death in ethnic minority groups.
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Major developments at Trust confirmed in Government’s hospital building programme
The Prime Minister has confirmed major redevelopments for all three of our main hospital sites as part of a new announcement on the Government’s health infrastructure plan.
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RCN Rising Stars announced at the Trust
RCN London announces Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic nursing Rising Stars of 2020 to kick off Black History Month celebrations
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Trust welcomes new non-executive directors
Bob Alexander, Sim Scavazza and Beverley Ejimofo have been appointed into non-executive roles at the Trust.
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Early surgical treatment of leg ulcers caused by varicose veins improves healing and reduces the risk of the condition coming back
In a clinical trial, led by researchers at Imperial College London and clinicians at the Trust, 450 patients with venous leg ulcers were treated with early surgical interventions.
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New study shows rapid 90-minute Coronavirus test is highly accurate
The rapid lab-free Coronavirus test, known as CovidNudge, has been shown in a new study to have a high level of accuracy and produce very few false negatives and no false positives. The test is…
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One way traffic restriction on South Wharf Road at St Marys Hospital
Westminster City Council will implement a one-way system for vehicular traffic using South Wharf Road travelling eastbound from Tanner Lane from Monday 14 September 2020.
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Steroid found to improve survival of critically ill Covid-19 patients
A new international study has shown that treating critically ill Covid-19 patients with the steroid hydrocortisone improves their chances of recovery. The study, led in the UK by Professor Anthony…
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Extra funding helps Imperial College Healthcare prepare for winter with Covid-19
Imperial College Healthcare has received funding to help make adaptations to our A&E departments to allow for more space and opportunities for emergency patient care while we still respond to…
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Elderly patients suffering from heart attack may benefit from more invasive treatment
Elderly patients suffering from the most common type of heart attack may benefit from more invasive treatment, new research has shown. The study, published in The Lancet, draws on data captured…
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World's largest study of hospital patients with Covid-19 shows milder symptoms in children
A report from the world’s largest study of hospital patients with coronavirus has found that children and teenagers are less likely than adults to develop severe Covid-19 or die from the disease.…
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Largest study of Covid-19 post-mortems could help clinicians treat severe disease
A study led by researchers at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London has found evidence of severe damage to the lungs and signs of blood clotting in major organs in…
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Ralph returns to work and thanks colleagues who saved his life
Ralph Deocampo has been welcomed back to work this week at the Trust after being away for nearly five months recovering from Covid-19.
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New research shows possible Covid-19 link to increase in type 1 diabetes in children
A new study suggests there could be a possible link between Covid-19 and the development of type 1 diabetes in children.
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Award-winning war photographer Giles Duley documents our response to Covid-19
Award-winning war photographer Giles Duley spent a fortnight documenting our response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Largest study on home coronavirus antibody testing publishes first findings
More than 100,000 people across England have tested themselves for SARS-CoV-2 antibodies at home as part of a major national research programme supported by staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS…
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Imperial College Healthcare working with English National Opera on singing programme for Covid-19 patients
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is working closely with the English National Opera (ENO) to develop an online social prescribing intervention that will provide support to people recovering…
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Chelsea and Westminster joins Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has joined the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC).
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Update from Trust public board meeting 29 July 2020
The Trust board met online on Wednesday 20 May. The public were invited to submit questions ahead of the meeting.
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Researcher provides insight on antibody testing at the Trust
Antibody tests developed by researchers at Imperial College London have been used to confirm past COVID-19 infection in staff at Imperial College Healthcare.
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Imperial Covid-19 vaccine trial expands to sites including Imperial College Healthcare
Imperial College London's COVID-19 vaccine trial is expanding to additional sites throughout England.
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Hybrid theatre opens at St Mary’s
A new ‘hybrid theatre’ integrating surgery and imaging opened at St Mary’s Hospital this week. The £2.8 million Hybrid Endovascular Theatre Suite in the QEQM building allows surgery and state of…
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Imperial College Healthcare asks for input into redevelopment plans
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is calling for staff, patients and local people to come together and help grow its understanding of what its hospitals of the future need to offer, starting…
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Trust 2019/20 annual report and quality account are now available
Read our Annual Report 2019/20 which this year includes the Quality Account.
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A quarter of UK Covid-19 patients enrolled in major Imperial study
More than 66,000 patients with COVID-19 have been enrolled so far in a UK-wide study to learn more about the disease. Professor Peter Openshaw, who is an honorary physician at the Trust and from…
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Antibody testing research to track coronavirus infection rates
Experts at Imperial College Healthcare and Imperial College London have outlined their work to develop effective antibody tests to monitor the spread of COVID-19 infections in a new…
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Covid-19 vaccine technology could be used for future pandemics, says lead researcher
The researcher who is developing a potential new coronavirus vaccine, alongside staff from the Trust, has said that the technology behind it could also be used for future pandemics, in a recent talk.
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Clinical trial investigates use of convalescent blood plasma to treat COVID-19 patients
A consultant from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is leading a clinical trial in which some patients at the Trust with COVID-19 are given blood plasma from people who have recovered from…
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First participants receive Imperial Covid-19 vaccine
Clinical researchers have administered a new coronavirus vaccine to the first participants in a trial which will evaluate if it produces an effective immune response.
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Patients with severe Covid-19 shown to have high levels of stress hormone
Patients with severe Covid-19 have been shown to have high levels of the stress hormone called cortisol, according to a new study.
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Coronavirus: latest information and advice
Face coverings for outpatients and visitors From Monday 15 June, all visitors when in our hospital, including those visiting patients or attending outpatient appointments, will need to wear face…
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Kawasaki-like syndrome linked to COVID-19 in children is a new condition
Kawasaki-like syndrome linked to COVID-19 in children is a new condition
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Imperial College London academics on NHS frontline
Imperial College London academics on NHS frontline
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Rapid coronavirus tests to support urgent patient care
The Trust has started to use rapid lab-free coronavirus tests in A&E, oncology and maternity in order to provide the best care to patients who may be less able to plan their visit to hospital.
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Update from Trust public board meeting 20 May 2020
The Trust board met online on Wednesday 20 May. The public were invited to submit questions ahead of the meeting.
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Doctors use mixed reality to help care for patients with coronavirus
Doctors at Imperial College Healthcare have been piloting the use of mixed reality to carry out ward rounds for patients with coronavirus in the hope this could help to reduce the number of…
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Compression stockings unnecessary following surgery, research shows
Compression stockings unnecessary following surgery, research shows
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Imperial College volunteers find innovative ‘Hackspace’ solution to supply visors for the Trust
Volunteers at Imperial College London are making more than 50,000 disposable visors for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust hospitals. In partnership with the Trust and our infection prevention…
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Trust to support home testing programme that will help track coronavirus infection rates
The government has announced a new programme of home testing for coronavirus, which will be supported by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and will track the progress and prevalence of the…
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Being male or overweight can lead to more serious COVID-19 hospital admissions
New research has found that being male or obese reduces chance of survival from severe coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The findings come from a study of almost 17,000 patients with COVID-19, in…
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Remembering Jermaine Wright
Jermaine Wright, senior pharmacy technician in the aseptic unit at Hammersmith Hospital, died in hospital on 27 April. He was 45 years old.
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COVID-19 trial begins at Imperial to understand and treat the disease
Researchers from the Universities of Edinburgh, Liverpool and Imperial are collecting blood samples and clinical data from COVID-19 patients in hospitals across the UK including St Mary’s and…
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Vaccine trials to begin at Imperial College Healthcare
Imperial College Healthcare will be part of two clinical trials to begin recruiting volunteers and testing a vaccine against COVID-19. The first study, which is led by the University of Oxford,…
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New online training tool launched to support critical care expansion as part of the NHS response to COVID-19
A new online training tool that can quickly teach doctors how to operate ventilators under the direction of an intensive care consultant has been launched to support the NHS response to…
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Protein can identify heart patients at increased risk of death
A protein linked to heart attacks can identify which patients with an irregular heart beat have an increased risk of death, new research shows. The study, by researchers from the National Institute…
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Remembering Melujean Ballesteros
Melujean Ballesteros was a staff nurse at St Mary’s Hospital for 18 years.
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Remembering Donald Suelto
Donald Suelto, staff nurse at the Constance Wood Chemotherapy Unit at Hammersmith Hospital, died at home in April 2020.
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Remembering Dr William Frankland
Famed allergist Dr William Frankland graduated from St Mary’s Hospital Medical School – now part of Imperial College London – just before the launch of the Second World War, and spent his long…
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Remembering Professor Mohamed Sami Shousha
Professor Mohammed Sami Shousha, consultant histopathologist, clinical lead for the breast histopathology service at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, and an honorary professor of…
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New Hepatitis C cases down by almost 70 per cent in HIV positive men
New cases of hepatitis C amongst HIV positive men in London and Brighton have fallen by nearly 70 per cent in recent years, according to an analysis of five clinics in London and Brighton led by…
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New look uniforms mark a big change at the Trust
All porters, cleaners, and catering staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust will be wearing new look Trust-branded uniforms from today (1 April).
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Update from Trust public board meeting 26 March 2020
On Wednesday 26 March, we held our first-ever virtual public board meeting using videoconferencing software that is currently being rolled out across the Trust. Members of the public were invited to…
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Trust project awarded funding to tackle coronavirus
A Trust project is among the first to receive national funding as part of a stream of work to help fight the coronavirus pandemic. In the first round of funding announced by the UK Medical Research…
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Developer partnership discussions signal real progress on much-needed new hospital for St Mary’s, Paddington
Plans for a major new hospital for London have been boosted with a formal agreement to enter into partnership discussions between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Great Western Developments…
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Coronavirus: Trust statement
A statement from Professor Tim Orchard, chief executive at the Trust.
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Better children's health and cancer treatment amongst aims of health partnership
Professor Jonathan Weber has outlined his new vision for Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) over the next five years.
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World’s first wireless in-heart microcomputer received by Trust patient
One of our patients is among the first in the world to receive a wireless in-heart microcomputer as part of a clinical trial.
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£5m to boost Trust’s plans for redevelopment
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has been awarded £5m of Health Infrastructure Plan funding to progress its planning for major redevelopment and refurbishment at its St Mary’s, Charing Cross…
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Improvements across the board in our latest NHS national staff survey, with more work to do
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust achieved its highest ever staff engagement score in the latest national NHS staff survey, published today. The Trust’s engagement score – at 7.2 out of 10 – is…
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Kisspeptin hormone injection can boost brain activity associated with attraction
The hormone kisspeptin can enhance brain activity associated with attraction, according to a new study. The researchers behind the early-stage work, published in JCI Insight, are exploring whether…
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Holograms transform training for Trust radiologists
A newly developed medical simulation using interactive ‘holograms’ is allowing radiology trainees at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust to learn clinical skills using mixed reality.
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MRI tool that can diagnose difficult cases of ovarian cancer to be tested at the Trust
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is going to be part of a major trial that will evaluate a new MRI tool for diagnosing ovarian cancer. The new tool can identify cases of ovarian cancer which…
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Joint response to proposed approach and next steps to providing cardio-respiratory services in London
Joint response to NHS England’s board item on cardio-respiratory services in London – from Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College…
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NHS basic pay, sick leave and pensions for hotel services staff at Imperial College Healthcare as initial step to improving working lives and service quality
All porters, cleaners and catering staff at the Trust are to receive NHS basic pay rates and sick leave and have access to the NHS pension scheme following a review of options for the future…
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Weight loss surgery linked to improvement in breathing issues for obese patients
A new study led by researchers at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust suggests that bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, may reverse some of the negative effects of obesity on the…
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Imperial researchers showcase projects to tackle major health problems
Nineteen Imperial fellows showcased research projects aimed at tackling global health problems and disease challenges at a special celebration event.
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Research into leading cause of stillbirth awarded £2.4 million funding
Researchers and clinicians at the Trust have been awarded over £2.4 million to investigate the best technique to manage poor growth in babies during the later stages of pregnancy. The study will be…
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New research shows psychological impact of early-stage pregnancy loss
Trust patients have been part of a new study which has shown that one in six women experience long-term post-traumatic stress following miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.
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We must be smarter about how we use antibiotics
Not enough focus is being paid to using antibiotics more appropriately to minimise the threat of drug-resistant bugs, said an expert in a recent talk.
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Trust welcomes interim chief financial officer
We’re pleased to announce that Jazz Thind has joined Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust on secondment as interim chief financial officer.
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Key redevelopment appointment at Imperial College Healthcare to progress major rebuild and refurbishment plans for all sites
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has appointed Matthew Tulley as director of redevelopment, part of the executive management team.
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Keeping care flowing this winter
We’ve reduced delays in two key elements of our care pathways in the last year: ambulance handovers and for patients with extended stays. Find out more about how we’re prepared our staff and…
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Damehood for consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist amongst New Year’s honours for Trust staff
Professor Lesley Regan, head of obstetrics and gynaecology for Imperial College London at St Mary’s Hospital and the first female president of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists…
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Find out more about flu in these expert videos
Flu experts Professor Peter Openshaw and Professor Wendy Barclay answer common questions about flu in our new video series, produced in partnership with Imperial College London as part of the…
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Hospital staff arrange for patient to get an extra special visitor
A patient in the intensive care ward at Hammersmith Hospital received an extra special visitor last week when hospital staff and his wife arranged a visit from his beloved horse.
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Industrial action by Sodexo-employed staff at St Mary's Hospital
A third period of industrial action by some facilities staff employed by Sodexo in relation to pay and terms and conditions has begun today at St Mary’s Hospital. It is due to continue until 23:59…
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Small rise in heart attack protein linked to increased risk of early death in all age groups
A new analysis of patients’ heart data at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has shown that even a slight increase in a protein linked to heart attacks, called troponin, is linked to an increased…
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Digital sepsis monitoring system helps save lives and improves care
A digital sepsis alert system and multidisciplinary care plan introduced at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust was associated with lower odds of death, shorter hospital stays and increased odds…
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Updated Trust response to industrial action by Sodexo-employed staff at St Mary's Hospital
The Trust has issued the following statement, clarifying its position and actions in relation to ongoing industrial action at St Mary’s Hospital by Sodexo-employed staff
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Industrial action by Sodexo-employed staff at St Mary’s Hospital
A second period of industrial action by Sodexo-employed staff in relation to pay and terms and conditions has begun at St Mary’s Hospital as of 11 November 2019.
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Charing Cross Hospital selected for London-wide programme to reduce hospital stays following improvements to acute medical care pathway
Charing Cross Hospital has been named as one of five hospitals involved in a new London-wide programme aimed at reducing patient stays in hospital.
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Trust moves to London Living Wage for all facilities staff
All cleaning, catering, portering and helpdesk staff working at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust will receive the London Living Wage as the new minimum pay rate backdated to 1 November 2019.…
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Letter to Sodexo on pay and working conditions for Sodexo employees at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust chief executive Professor Tim Orchard has written to the chief executive of Sodexo Healthcare UK requesting formal confirmation of Sodexo's position in relation…
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Stroke survivors showcase their art at Charing Cross Hospital exhibition
Stroke patients at Charing Cross Hospital are exhibiting their art work.
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Protests at St Mary's Hospital over pay for Sodexo-employed staff
Professor Tim Orchard, Trust chief executive, has the following message for patients, visitors and staff in response to on going industrial action at St Mary’s.
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Healthcare staff get tips on pursuing research careers at Imperial symposium
More than 100 healthcare workers attended the annual North West London Research Symposium at Imperial College London. They heard about how to pursue a research career and saw examples of successful…
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Trust's response to industrial action by Sodexo staff at St Mary's Hospital
Professor Tim Orchard, chief executive officer responds to industrial action by Sodexo staff working at St Mary's Hospital
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First impact maintenance projects are underway
The first wave of estate improvements supported through a new, £2 million impact maintenance fund are now underway. Last year’s small budget surplus enabled us to set up the one-off fund to ‘blitz’…
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New trial at Charing Cross Hospital will look at new Parkinson’s treatment for frequent falls
Clinicians and researchers from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been awarded funding to trial a new treatment for frequent falls in patients with advanced Parkinson’s.
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Main outpatients at St Mary's Hospital reopened
The main outpatients building at St Mary's Hospital is now reopened after it's temporary closure earlier this week.
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£7.2m A&E expansion at Charing Cross Hospital boosts winter planning
A £7.2million refurbishment and expansion of Charing Cross Hospital’s accident and emergency department (A&E) has been completed as Imperial College Healthcare prepares for winter.
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Imperial College Healthcare appoints first director of strategy, research and innovation
The Trust has appointed Dr Bob Klaber OBE to the new role of director of strategy, research and innovation, part of the executive management team.
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Major developments at Trust included in Government’s new hospital building programme
Our response to the announcement by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP, of a new hospital building programme.
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Launch of ‘Be influential’ campaign marks arrival of this year’s flu vaccine
A campaign developed with staff, for staff, has launched today to protect our patients from flu by ensuring as many of us as possible are vaccinated, as soon as possible.
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Secretary of State for Health and Social Care opens new emergency lift for cardiac patients
A new emergency lift has been installed at Hammersmith Hospital’s heart attack centre (HAC) after a former patient raised almost £100,000 towards the project.
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Trust updates technology partnership to continue improvements to patient care
The Trust has transferred its agreement with DeepMind to Google Health UK allowing healthcare professional to continue using advances in digital technology to provide better care.
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Power downtime at Charing Cross Hospital
We are currently experiencing a power outage at Charing Cross Hospital which is affecting the west side of the site.
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Protein tangles linked with dementia seen for first time in patients’ brains after single head injury
Scientists have visualised for the first time protein ‘tangles’ associated with dementia in the brains of patients who have suffered a single head injury.
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Clinician discusses how leadership programme has prepared them for hospital board
Twenty-three NHS clinicians have completed a unique programme to prepare them for hospital board roles.
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Trust welcomes new non-executive directors
Kay Boycott, Nicola Horlick and Dr Ben Maruthappu have been appointed non-executive directors.
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Planned closure of a section of Praed Street near St Mary's Hospital
A section of Praed Street near St Mary's Hospital will be closed for two months from Monday 2 September to allow for Crossrail and Paddington Square works.
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Trust team shortlisted for mental health innovation award
A project helping to improve the health and wellbeing of older patients has been shortlisted for a prestigious HSJ award.
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Young people pledge over 2,000 hours to support our hospitals this summer
Record numbers of young people have signed up to support our hospitals this summer as volunteers.
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Institute of Cancer Research joins Imperial’s AHSC partnership
The Institute of Cancer Research, London, has joined the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC).
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Road closures and travel disruption for Notting Hill Carnival this weekend
Please be aware that the annual Notting Hill Carnival will be held this bank holiday weekend. Public transport and roads in west London will be very busy with major road closures from 2am Sunday 27…
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Trust 2018/19 annual report and quality account are now available
Our 2018/19 annual report and quality account are now available online.
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Clinical trial at Hammersmith Hospital shows new hormone injection aids weight loss in obese patients
The findings of a small study involving diabetic patients from Hammersmith Hospital has found that an injection has helped reduce body weight and glucose levels in patients with diabetes and obesity…
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Second phase of testing new measures of A&E performance
All pilot sites involved in the testing of new standards for A&E will begin the second phase of testing from Wednesday 31 July. This follows findings from the first phase, which showed that the…
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Improved quality ratings for critical care and children and young people services plus London’s first ‘outstanding’ rating for maternity care
National inspectors have improved their quality ratings for a range of Trust services including awarding the first ‘outstanding’ rating for a maternity unit in London.
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Memorial terrace garden opens to benefit major trauma patients
A terrace garden has been opened next to the major trauma ward of St Mary's hospital, in memory of a late neurosurgeon who worked there.
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Health staff who stepped into research celebrate 10 years of pioneering scheme
Imperial College London marked the 10th anniversary of an innovative research fellowship programme with speeches from Professor Waljit Dhillo, Ian Lush, Dr Shivani Misra and more.
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Trusts seek feedback on joint proposal to improve HIV inpatient services
Patients, carers, service user groups and other stakeholders are being asked for their views on the proposal to bring together the HIV inpatient services currently provided by both Imperial College…
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Singing group helps patients with breathing difficulties
Patients with breathing difficulties are being offered the chance to improve their condition through a ‘Singing for breathing’ group,
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Statement on the use of Good Food Chain products
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has not used any products supplied by the Good Food Chain in any of its five hospitals since 25 May 2019, when an alert from Public Health England alert was…
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Trust first in the world to use focused ultrasound for essential tremor on both sides of the body
The Trust is the first in the world to use high-intensity, focused ultrasound waves to treat a patient with essential tremor on both sides of his body, avoiding traditional invasive brain surgery.
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Trust strongly welcomes new NHS guidance on disciplinary processes
Trust strongly welcomes new NHS guidance on disciplinary processes building on lessons from its dismissal of Amin Abdullah.
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Pioneering software set to improve NHS imaging services across north west London
Imperial College Healthcare is one of six NHS trusts in north west London that have formed a new network to improve imaging services – including x-ray, MRI and CT scans – to enable better care for…
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Collaborative scheme to improve wound care recognised with national award
A scheme to improve the care of acute and chronic wounds in north west London which has saved the local health service £840,000 has been recognised with an award from the Health Service Journal (HSJ).
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Imperial College London podcast: games for physical rehab
In the latest edition of the Imperial College podcast, Dr Paul Bentley, consultant neurologist at the Trust and senior lecturer in brain sciences at the College, talks about developing the world's…
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New device brings breathing support to maternity patients
Maternity ward patients at Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea Hospital can breathe easy thanks to a brand-new device providing non-invasive respiratory support to patients in the High Dependency Unit.
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New equipment set to cut treatment time in half
Clinicians will be able to treat patients for an eye disease called keratoconus in less than half an hour, thanks to a new piece of equipment.
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Innovative multi-NHS trust coaching programme wins top healthcare award
Trust joins other NHS organisations in collecting the award for Innovation in Quality Improvement Team at the BMJ awards for their work on the Flow Coaching Academy.
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Intergenerational Care Project welcomes pop-up farm
A pop-farm has visited the grounds of Charing Cross Hospital as part of a project to help improve the health and wellbeing of elderly patients.
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Trust wins Digital Innovation Team of the Year at BMJ awards
Trust recognised for innovative approach to improving patient care through technology, with prestigious industry award.
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Closure of Winsland Mews
Winsland Mews will be closed from Monday 29 April. Winsland Street will remain open for patients to access hospital.
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Nursing associates take on new roles at Trust
The first cohort of nursing associates take up their positions this month, in a new role designed to work alongside registered nurses and healthcare support workers on our wards.
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Trust seeks feedback on physiotherapy proposal
Views are being sought on the proposal to close the hydrotherapy pool at Charing Cross Hospital and replace the service it provides with land-based therapies.
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Closure of Hammersmith Bridge may affect travel to Charing Cross Hospital
The closure of Hammersmith Bridge may impact travel to and from Charing Cross Hospital.
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Researchers outline how Europe's largest patient data record can improve care
A new system for sharing health information has the potential to change how healthcare and services are delivered to patients, say experts.
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Trust to test new measures of A&E performance
The Trust has agreed to help test proposed new standards for A&E to help the national NHS decide whether they are better than the existing standard.
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Trust to require London Living Wage for all future support service contracts
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is to specify the London Living Wage (LLW) as a minimum pay rate for all new support service contracts.
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New surgical robot at Charing Cross Hospital
Patients with urological and throat cancers being treated at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are benefitting from the installation of a da Vinci X surgical robot at Charing Cross Hospital.
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Cutting edge radiotherapy equipment installed at Charing Cross Hospital
Cancer patients are benefitting from the next generation of radiotherapy treatment thanks to two new state of the art linear accelerator machines (LINACS) installed at Charing Cross Hospital.
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AI can improve X-ray identification of pacemakers in emergencies
Researchers have created new AI software that can identify cardiac rhythm devices in x-rays more accurately and quickly than current methods.
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UK's first milk bank celebrates 80th anniversary
Trust's milk bank celebrates 80 years of providing breast milk to preterm and unwell babies.
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Trust's response to today's government announcement on Shaping a Healthier Future
The secretary of state for health and social care today confirmed that the north west London response to the NHS Long Term Plan should supersede the 2012 Shaping a Healthier Future programme, and…
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Researcher urges food industry to reduce salt in food
The food industry must do more to lower the amount of salt in their products in order to tackle high blood pressure, says an Imperial expert.
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Education and more awareness campaigns are key to tackling raised blood pressure
Less than half of the population with raised blood pressure are aware they have the condition, says an Imperial expert.
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NHS staff graduate from programme that supports them to take up research
Healthcare staff from three NHS hospital trusts have completed an Imperial programme that aims to support them into research this month.
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New hepatitis C cases down by almost 70 per cent in HIV positive men in London
New cases of hepatitis C amongst HIV positive men in London have fallen by nearly 70 per cent in recent years.
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HIV remission achieved in patient at Hammersmith Hospital
A patient at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has achieved a sustained remission from HIV-1 after ceasing antiretroviral treatment – becoming only the second person globally to do so.
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Family-led approach to neonatal care delivers remarkable results for premature babies
Involving parents more actively in looking after premature babies can lead to earlier discharge from hospital, a pioneering project at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has shown.
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New sensor technology can diagnose reproductive health problems in real-time
Researchers have developed new robotic sensor technology that has the capability to diagnose women’s reproductive health problems in real-time.
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust names new Chair
Paula Vennells CBE has been named as the new chair of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
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Artificial intelligence can predict survival of ovarian cancer patients
Researchers have created new machine learning software that can forecast the survival rates and response to treatments of patients with ovarian cancer.
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New children's research facility opens at Imperial
A research facility that aims to improve the quality of life, treatment and care for children with complex diseases formally opened this month.
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New provider for non-emergency patient transport services
Falck, a leading international provider of ambulance and healthcare services, to provide non-emergency transport service from June 2019.
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Imperial researchers awarded £1.3 million to fight prostate cancer
Imperial researchers awarded £1.3 million to fight prostate cancer
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Researcher calls for national screening programme to tackle prostate cancer
Researcher calls for national screening programme to tackle prostate cancer
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Healthcare professionals at St Mary’s Hospital to have secure view of real-time test results via mobile devices
Healthcare professionals will soon have secure access to their patients’ latest test results from their mobile devices via the Streams app. This is the latest way the Trust is using advances in…
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New Year's honour for consultant diabetologist
Professor Jonathan Valabhji, a consultant diabetologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List 2019 for services to diabetes and obesity care.
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Sir Gerald Acher to act as interim chairman
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust deputy chairman, Sir Gerald Acher, is to take on the role of interim chairman from 1 January 2019.
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Healthcare staff talk about scheme that supports them to take up research
A new video is encouraging hospital staff to get involved with research to enrich their careers and help improve patient care. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in partnership with Imperial…
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Trust awarded £1.9m for state-of-the-art surgical and imaging theatre
The Trust has been awarded funding to create a new ‘endovascular hybrid’ theatre, allowing patients with complex blood vessel problems to be treated with the most up-to-date procedures.
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West London NHS Genomic Medicine Centre delivers on landmark genomic project
Experts in a partnership led by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have enrolled more than 3,000 people for genome sequencing.
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Proposal to improve heart and lung care and research that will see majority of Royal Brompton services remaining in north west London
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, in collaboration with Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust and Imperial College London, has today finalised an initial joint proposal to improve heart…
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Imperial College Healthcare appoints first director of operational performance
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has appointed Claire Hook to the new role of director of operational performance.
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International development secretary visits FGM clinic
International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt today visited the specialist female genital mutilation (FGM) clinic at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital (QCCH), to see the support services…
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New research centre at Imperial will investigate the causes of premature birth
The centre will be the first of its kind in Europe, and will investigate how to reduce the risk of premature birth. Prematurity is the single biggest cause of death of babies under five anywhere in…
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Children's services and prostate cancer teams win awards for innovations in care
Two teams at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been recognised for their work to improve patient care, with awards from leading industry publication the Health Service Journal (HSJ).
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Trust receives award from Ministry of Defence for work with military personnel
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has been commended by the Ministry of Defence with a special award for its work with military personnel.
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Imperial researchers call for urgent action to tackle obesity epidemic
There is an urgent need for new dietary approaches and treatments to tackle the global health crisis of obesity in children and adults say Imperial experts. The worldwide prevalence of obesity has…
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Incident at Charing Cross Hospital
In the early hours of Wednesday 7 November, the London Fire Brigade was called to a small fire on a renal unit at Charing Cross Hospital. No patients were in the unit at the time.
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Imperial College Healthcare appoints transformation director
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has appointed Jeremy Butler as its first director of transformation.
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Birthday celebrations at the Charing Cross Hospital open day
Patients, staff and the public came together this week to mark the 200th anniversary of Charing Cross Hospital in its first open day for 25 years.
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First phase of children's intensive care redevelopment complete
The first phase of a major redevelopment of children’s intensive care at St Mary’s hospital has been completed, with patients moving into a newly fitted unit soon.
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Five-year strategic plan aims to make research everyone’s business
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has recently published a five-year strategic plan, authored by Dr Caroline Alexander and Professor Mary Wells, which sets out the organisation’s ambition to…
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New garden marks Charing Cross 200th anniversary
Patients at Charing Cross Hospital will benefit from a specially designed new garden opened to mark the hospital’s 200th anniversary this month.
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust holds first allied health professionals conference
On Tuesday 9 October, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust held its first allied health professionals conference at the W12 conference centre, Hammersmith Hospital.
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New Imperial group aims to grow the number of clinical academic leaders
A new group that aims to increase the number of clinical academics from a range of healthcare professions outside medicine has launched at Imperial.
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Major trauma survival rates rise in north west London
The North West London (NWL) Major Trauma Network, hosted by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, has been identified as one of best in the country for survival.
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Inspiring healthcare research projects showcased at Imperial Symposium
A wide range of healthcare professionals showcased their projects to encourage others to do research.
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Trust consultant and team win award for life-saving app
A consultant at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, together with a graduate from Imperial College, have won a prestigious national award after they developed an app designed to alert off-duty…
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Funding boost to develop the world's first multiplayer rehabilitation video game
An Imperial researcher has been awarded funding to develop a multiplayer video game to improve rehabilitation outcomes of physically impaired patients.
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Charing Cross Hospital open day 30 October 2018
At the Charing Cross Hospital open day, on Tuesday 30 October, staff at Charing Cross Hospital will be showcasing their services to members of the public at a special open day to celebrate its 200th…
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Update on Paddington Square demolition works next to St Mary's Hospital
Until December 2018, patients and visitors to St Mary’s Hospital may experience some disruption caused by nearby demolition works for the Paddington Square development (on the corner of Praed Street…
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Antibodies can protect against heart attacks, Trust researchers find
Antibodies could protect against heart attacks, according to research conducted at Imperial College London. The research, which was funded by the National Institute for Health Research Comprehensive…
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£5 million extra funding helps Imperial College Healthcare boost capacity for this winter
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is set to begin building works to create an extra 50 inpatient beds this winter.
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Health minister visits Trust to see innovative approach to treating sepsis in action
Health minister Caroline Dinenage visited St Mary’s Hospital today, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, to find out more about an innovative approach that is helping clinicians to spot…
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Patients in north west London to benefit from stroke care improvements
Around 300 stroke patients a year are set to benefit from the expansion of an advanced emergency treatment at Charing Cross Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
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Performance gives medical students insights into mental health support
First year medical school students will learn more about accessing Imperial College and NHS mental health services from a new performance. Third year Imperial medical students Joshua Walton, Amna…
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Trust AGM takes place Wednesday 12 September
The Trust's AGM takes place tomorrow, Wednesday 12 September 2018.
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Non-invasive prostate treatment already available at Charing Cross Hospital set to be rolled out nationwide
The innovative, non-invasive prostate treatment Rezum, available at Charing Cross Hospital, is set to be rolled out nationwide after the treatment was initially trialled at Charing Cross and…
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Egyptian medical students to gain clinical experience in unique placement at the Trust
Students from the Armed Forces College of Medicine in Egypt will be gaining clinical experience across our hospitals as part of a new project in partnership with Imperial College London.
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Experts discuss sensors and stimulation method to treat brain disorders
A non-invasive technique to electrically stimulate the brain and wearable sensors could lead to better treatments of brain disorders, say experts.
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Investigation of the disciplinary process that led to our dismissal of Amin Abdullah – significant actions and learning for the Trust
Today Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has published the report of the independent investigation into the disciplinary process that resulted in the dismissal of Amin Abdullah, a nurse who took…
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Experts explain how big data and AI will help patients
Big data and artificial intelligence (AI) are helping doctors make better treatment decisions and improve the delivery of care, say Imperial experts.
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Breath test shows promising results in diagnosing pancreatic cancer at an earlier stage
Researchers have found a simple breath test has been able to detect pancreatic cancer. This means the disease can be diagnosed at an earlier stage and by using a non-invasive method for the very…
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Imperial showcases work to improve patients' experience of NHS services
The St Mary’s Patient Experience Hub is an initiative designed to use medical simulation and tools to improve the experience of patients and families at St Mary’s Hospital. Virtual exercise games…
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Trust appoints interim divisional director of medicine and integrated care
Dr Frances Bowen has been appointed interim divisional director of medicine and integrated care and a member of the executive management team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The division…
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Update on Paddington Square demolition works next to St Mary's Hospital
From late June until December 2018, patients and visitors to St Mary’s Hospital may experience some disruption caused by nearby demolition works for the Paddington Square development (on the corner…
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Don’t score an own goal this evening
All of our hospitals will continue to care for patients 24/7. We expect St Mary’s A&E to be particularly busy both during and after England's World Cup semi-final match tonight. To help our clinical…
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Experts explain how blood flow speed and the placebo effect of stents can tackle heart disease
The speed of blood flow and the placebo effects of a heart procedure could lead to new ways of treating heart disease, say experts. Peter Weinberg, professor of cardiovascular mechanics at Imperial…
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Pioneering treatment for essential tremor at Trust receives boost from NICE recommendation and new funding appeal
A new treatment for essential tremor being pioneered in the UK by clinicians at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has been recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence…
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Experts explain how personalised diabetes treatments can help patients
Improving diagnosis and further understanding the role of genes in diabetes risk can pave the way for more personalised treatments, say researchers. Dr Ines Cebola, postdoctoral researcher at…
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Birthday Honours for our director of nursing and associate medical director
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s chief nurse, Professor Janice Sigsworth, has been awarded a CBE in the 2018 Birthday Honours, while associate medical director, Dr Bob Klaber, receives an OBE.
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Improving intensive and high dependency care
Plans to improve care for St Mary’s patients with the highest needs were shared at the Trust Board meeting today.
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust names new chief executive
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust names Professor Tim Orchard as new chief executive, effective in early June 2018.
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Charing Cross Hospital A&E set to expand with £7.2 million investment
Plans to redevelop and expand the A&E department at Charing Cross Hospital will get underway this month, the Trust Board heard today at its public meeting.
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Artificial intelligence could improve stroke and dementia diagnosis, says research study based at Charing Cross Hospital
Artificial intelligence has detected one of the commonest causes of dementia and stroke more accurately than current methods, a study has found.
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Parents can shape the delivery of child healthcare services
Parents are invited to help design better child healthcare, explore virtual rehab games and register for baby first aid classes at a White City event.
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Trust appoints new director of people and organisational development
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has named its new director of people and organisational development as Kevin Croft, who brings a wealth of human resources and NHS experience.
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Free cancer awareness event to take place in Hammersmith on International Nurses Day
On Saturday, 12 May, cancer nurse specialists and support professionals are holding a public drop-in event from 10am-4pm in Lyric Square, Hammersmith, to answer questions about cancer and highlight…
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Information about breast screening and details of Public Health England helpline
Some women aged between 70 and 79 are being offered the opportunity for a breast screen. The offer of a screen comes after some women did not receive an invitation for a final screen, as part of the…
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More Smiles Appeal reaches £2 million mark for children's intensive care unit
The children’s intensive care unit at St Mary’s Hospital is poised for a major expansion and refurbishment after the More Smiles Appeal reached its £2 million target.
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Apps that help users 'tune in' to hearing aids awarded prestigious NHS prize
A collection of apps and video games that aims to improve the lives of those impacted by hearing loss has been awarded a prestigious healthcare award.
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Trust clinicians partnering with researchers to look at ways to prevent premature births
A new UK centre dedicated to investigating the causes of premature birth, involving clinicians from Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital and St Mary’s Hospital, opens today.
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New evidence proves collaborative working is improving care for patients with long term conditions
A new partnership project between hospitals and GP practices in north west London is already helping to improve care for many patients with long term conditions, evidence shows.
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How AI can transform healthcare and solve clinical problems
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to improve the delivery of healthcare, say researchers at a special Imperial event.
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Prestigious health awards for six outstanding Imperial researchers
Experts in the field of infectious diseases and epidemiology have been appointed senior investigators by the National Institute for Health Research.
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Experts outline how robotic devices can transform surgical procedures
Robotic devices developed at Imperial are having a positive impact on surgical procedures, say researchers.
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One of St Mary’s oldest wards transformed to support frail, older patients
A £1 million project to refurbish one of the oldest wards at St Mary’s Hospital has transformed the care environment for older patients with complex conditions.
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A tribute to Sir Roger Bannister
Sir Roger Bannister passed away peacefully on 3 March, aged 88, his family has announced. Sir Roger Bannister had a special connection to the hospitals of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
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Charing Cross Hospital in world-leading approach to diagnosing prostate cancer
Charing Cross Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, is trialling a new world-leading approach to diagnosing prostate cancer. The approach, which provides a one-stop-shop for men…
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Cold weather update
Advice for patients and visitors as the severe weather will continue to affect London over the coming days.
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Young patient shares her story on Rare Disease Day
Young patient Kinari Mehta tells her family and friends about her condition for the first time on Rare Diseases Day.
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Trust response to recent media coverage about the future of Charing Cross Hospital
In response to recent media coverage about the future of Charing Cross Hospital, a spokesperson for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust said: “Plans to develop Charing Cross as a ‘local hospital’…
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New Care Quality Commission report recognises improvement while overall rating is unchanged at ‘requires improvement’
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is committed to making further improvements in response to the latest CQC report on the Trust, published today, Wednesday 21 February.
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Imperial researchers to tackle a rare airway disorder and balance problems
Two allied health professionals have been awarded prestigious research fellowships from the National Institute of Health Research. Gemma Clunie, clinical specialist speech and language therapist at…
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New hip resurfacing implant could lead to better outcomes for patients
Surgeons at Charing Cross Hospital are treating patients with a new type of hip implant that could lead to better outcomes for younger, more active people requiring surgery.
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Imperial College AHSC director talks about clinical care, research and artificial intelligence
Professor Jonathan Weber has revealed his plans for the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) following its expanded membership. In this video, Professor Weber, director of Imperial…
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CGI is helping surgeons to ‘see through’ tissue during reconstructive surgery at St Mary’s
A series of procedures carried out by surgeons at St Mary’s Hospital and researchers at Imperial College London have shown for the first time how surgeons can use computer-generated imaging while…
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Trust welcomes Healthwatch’s report into patient views on Charing Cross Hospital
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust welcomes Healthwatch’s draft report into patient views on the future of Charing Cross Hospital and their experiences of using the hospital, being presented…
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Trust response to the publication of the CQC’s national 2017 maternity survey
Divisional Director for Women’s, Children’s and Clinical Support, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Professor TG Teoh, said: “Feedback from women and families who access our maternity…
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Study at Trust shows changes to bacteria could help spot those at risk of giving birth prematurely
A study of pregnant women at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital, carried out by researchers from Imperial College London, has shown that changes to bacteria could help spot those at risk of…
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Additional measures to ensure continued safe care for all our patients
Like most hospitals across the country, our hospitals are very busy currently. We’re particularly under pressure at Charing Cross and St Mary’s hospitals where we provide accident and emergency…
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Trust consultant awarded an MBE
An Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust consultant has been awarded an MBE by Her Majesty the Queen.
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Extension of chairman's term of appointment
NHS Improvement has confirmed that Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust chairman, Sir Richard Sykes, whose term was due to end early next year, will now carry on in his role until the end of 2018.
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Patients attend hospital’s own version of Channel 4's 'Old People's Home for 4-Year-Olds'
Some of the oldest patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust enjoyed a very special Christmas party this week.mAfter being inspired by Channel 4’s ‘Old people’s home for 4 year olds’,…
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Trauma surgeon recognised at Daily Mail Health Hero of the Year awards
Mr Shehan Hettiaratchy, major trauma director at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, has been recognised at the Daily Mail’s Health Hero of the Year awards
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Consultant awarded prestigious research professorship for work to help speed up the elimination of hepatitis C
A consultant at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has been awarded a prestigious research professorship for work to help accelerate the elimination of hepatitis C in the UK.
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Clinicians at Trust awarded £2.2 million funding for twin pregnancy research
Clinicians at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been awarded a £2.2 million grant to trial a new treatment for a potentially deadly complication that affects some twin pregnancies.
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Leadership changes at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Prof Julian Redhead will become Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s interim chief executive following Ian Dalton’s move to become chief executive at NHS Improvement.
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Response to CQC Children and Young People CQC survey results
Our response to the publication of the CQC’s 2016 children and young people’s survey on Tuesday 28 November 2017.
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Promising new treatment for rare pregnancy cancer leads to remission in patients
A research trial at Charing Cross Hospital is the first to show how an immunotherapy drug could be used to cure women of a rare type of cancer arising from pregnancy when existing treatments have…
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New video game boosts rehabilitation for patients
Patients at Charing Cross Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, are benefiting from playing a newly developed video game which boosts rehabilitation.
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Trust receives employer award from Ministry of Defence
Imperial College Healthcare has received a prestigious employer award for supporting its staff to be part of the UK’s reserve forces and helping people leaving the military to secure jobs at the…
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Stroke patients at Charing Cross Hospital showcase their art
Stroke patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are making their art debut with an exhibition of their work at Charing Cross Hospital. The event coincides with The Big Draw, the world's…
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Independent investigation into staff disciplinary process
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has commissioned independent consultancy Verita to carry out an investigation and review the disciplinary process that resulted in the dismissal of Mr Amin…
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New PET scan technique could bring benefit to alzheimer’s patients
Patients at Charing Cross Hospital have been part of a study which has shown how an imaging tool could benefit some patients with suspected alzheimer's. The new study - published in the journal of…
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Trust surgeon one of twelve 'Everyday Heroes' celebrated by the Evening Standard
Mr Shehan Hettiaratchy, trauma lead and major trauma director at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, is one of 12 individuals collectively named ‘the most influential Londoners’ in this year’s…
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Notification of planned emergency planning exercise at St Mary's Hospital
Every year we run a range of exercises in order to make sure that our emergency plans are tested on a regular basis. As part of this programme, we’re holding a small scale, planned exercise at St…
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Care Quality Commission highlights outstanding aspects of care while also calling for some immediate improvements
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is committed to making further improvements outlined in three Care Quality Commission service-level inspection reports, published today, Thursday 19 October 2017.
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Entertainers at St Mary’s Hospital win national health award
Entertainers who visit seriously ill children and teenagers at St Mary’s Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, have won a national newspaper award for their amazing work.
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Response to CQC emergency department survey results
Our response to the publication of the CQC’s 2016 emergency department survey.
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Imperial College AHSC seminar series returns with innovations in foetal medicine
The Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) seminar series returns for a second year with an event on innovations in foetal medicine. This will be the first of three events that will…
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Trust response to urgent care centre CQC report
Responding to today’s Care Quality Commission (CQC) report following the inspection of the Urgent Care Centre at St Mary’s Hospital run by Vocare Limited “We’re disappointed that the Urgent Care…
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Trust patients are first in the world to benefit from state of the art scanner
Patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust will be the first in the world to benefit from two new state of the art SPECTCT machines which will offer the most advanced CT competences to…
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First phase of St Mary’s Hospital redevelopment given planning go-ahead
Westminster City Council has granted the Trust planning permission in principle for a brand new building on the St Mary’s Hospital site. The new building is intended to form phase 1 of a…
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Trust oncologist works with Coronation Street on brain tumour storyline
A consultant clinical oncologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has been helping advise producers at Coronation Street on their latest storyline after it was revealed that soap icon Rita…
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New course aims to get more doctors and nurses onto hospital boards
The AHSC Leadership Development Programme, launched on Thursday 14 September, is a unique course that will equip senior clinicians with the leadership skills needed to operate effectively at board…
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Trust services are operating as normal following incident at Parsons Green
Following the incident at Parsons Green this morning, all Trust services are now operating as usual. If you have an appointment today please attend as normal.
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Trust moves toward NHSmail email service
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have completed a mass migration of email to NHSmail, migrating over 16,000 mailboxes.
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Twenty London teenagers complete innovative education programme to support their path towards a healthcare career
The twenty 16-17 year olds, who aspire to be the first in their families to go to university, were part of the widen access to careers in community healthcare (WATCCH) at Charing Cross Hospital.
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Trust streams live operation to educate surgeons at prestigious international congress
A surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust today performed an operation which was streamed live at the 22nd World Congress for the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and…
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New appointment to promote therapies research
Dr Caroline Alexander has been appointed lead clinical academic for therapies at the Trust in a bid to support more therapies staff to undertake research.
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Trust surgeon takes over NHS Twitter account
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust consultant Jeremy Crane will be the latest person to take over the @NHS Twitter account to showcase a week in the life of a vascular and transplant surgeon.
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London win innovation award to improve quality of healthcare through IT
A team from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London has been selected by the Health Foundation, an independent health and health care charity, to be part of its £1.5…
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Hammersmith go for gold at Transplant Games
A team of patients who received transplants at Hammersmith Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, had a successful trip to Lanarkshire in Scotland this weekend after competing in…
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Trust is first in London to perform pioneering prostate treatment
A consultant at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust will be one of the first to perform a new treatment today (Thursday 3 August) which could improve the lives of thousands of men who are living…
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Trust leads in accessibility of research studies for patients in North West London
Patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have the best access to breakthrough research studies in North West London, according to figures by the NIHR
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Road closures and disruption for Prudential RideLondon this weekend
Prudential RideLondon will take place this weekend (28 - 30 July 2017) in central London and Surrey.
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Trust doctor meets Prime Minister in celebration of LGBT+ community
A doctor from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust was invited to 10 Downing Street for a celebration of the LGBT+ community hosted by Prime Minister Theresa May on Wednesday 19 July.
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Fire safety at Imperial College Healthcare Trust buildings
The Trust takes fire safety very seriously. Our overriding priority is ensuring the safety of our patients, visitors and staff. Following the tragic events at Grenfell Tower, the Trust’s internal…
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Paterson Centre building at St Mary's Hospital temporarily closed
The Paterson Centre building is currently closed. All outpatient clinics scheduled to take place in the Paterson Centre are now taking place in main outpatients. If you have elective surgery booked…
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Response to recent media reports about the future of Charing Cross Hospital
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust reaffirms its commitment to Charing Cross Hospital in response to recent media reports about the Hospital’s long-term future.
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First diagnosis made from the 100,000 Genomes Project
The West London NHS Genomic Medicine Centre (GMC), which is led by Imperial Healthcare NHS Trust, have diagnosed their first patient via the 100,000 Genomes Project.
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Developers invited to explore proposed redevelopment approach for St Mary’s Hospital
Property developers are being invited to participate in a ‘soft market testing’ process as an early step in the full redevelopment of the St Mary’s Hospital site in Paddington
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BBC Two groundbreaking documentary series Hospital airs this week
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust will feature in a second series of BBC Two’s prime-time documentary Hospital with the first episode, focusing on the Trust’s major incident response to the…
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Statement from Trust medical director, Professor Julian Redhead, on the major incident
Statement from the Trust medical director in response to the Grenfell Tower fire in north Kensington
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Major incident declared at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
A major incident was declared at St Mary’s and Charing Cross hospitals following a fire at Grenfell Tower in north Kensington.
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Trust announces new chief executive
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has appointed Ian Dalton CBE as its new chief executive.
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Trust pioneers parent-delivered care for premature babies
Parents of premature babies are being given a much greater role in the care of their children thanks to a pioneering new approach to neonatal care being introduced at Imperial College Healthcare NHS…
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Statement from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust following major incident
Statement from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust following major incident
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New and improved CQC ratings for outpatient and diagnostic services
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has today published new and improved ratings for outpatient and diagnostic imaging services at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
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New heart procedure pioneered by Trust set to become global standard
A new tool for assessing the narrowing of the heart's arteries is set to be adopted internationally as the new global standard in evaluating patients’ suitability for a stent.
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Trust not affected by cyber-attack
There is no evidence that our Trust’s computer systems have been infected by the global cyber-attack.
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Trust’s surgical team wins twice at annual BMJ awards
The Trust's PREPARE for surgery team have been named Patient Partnership and Surgical Team of the Year, at the BMJ Awards 2017.
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Trust pilots smallest ever UK nappy to help premature babies
New nappies specifically designed to meet the needs of premature babies are to be piloted at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s two neo-natal intensive care units. The range of new nappies,…
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New eye test detects the earliest signs of glaucoma
Researchers at the Western Eye Hospital have developed a new diagnostic tool to detect the earliest signs of glaucoma.
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Trust appoints new Divisional Director for Surgery, Cardiovascular and Cancer
Dr Catherine Urch has been appointed the Trust's new Divisional Director for Surgery, Cardiovascular and Cancer.
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National awards to improve cancer treatment and use of digital technologies for Trust patients
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust patients are set to benefit from two national investment programmes announced today by NHS England chief executive Simon Stevens. As part of the Five Year…
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Trust and CCGs confirm commitment to Charing Cross Hospital
Trust and CCGs challenge Hammersmith and Fulham council leader Stephen Cowan over inaccurate and misleading claims about Charing Cross Hospital
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Dementia care nurses write best practice guide for healthcare professionals
A new book written by nurses at the Trust to help healthcare professionals looking after patients with dementia has been published.
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Trust to take part in second series of 'Hospital'
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is to feature in a second series of the BBC Two documentary, 'Hospital'.
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Paddington Cube safety concerns over 'blue light' access to St Mary’s Hospital still to be addressed
In a decision about the Paddington Cube planning application made on Monday 6 February, the Mayor of London has acknowledged our serious concerns about the safety of the scheme’s proposed new road…
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Chief executive to leave the Trust
Dr Tracey Batten has tendered her resignation as chief executive after three years at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, to return home to Australia. Dr Tracey Batten said: “My decision has not…
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New technology partnership to help patient safety and care
The Trust has entered into a new partnership with British technology company DeepMind to help it harness the latest digital technology to support better patient care.
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Application submitted for vital new St Mary's Hospital building
A planning application for a vital new outpatients building at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington has been submitted to Westminster City Council by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The proposed…
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Imperial College Healthcare features in new TV series showing the real-life decisions, challenges and achievements of the NHS
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust features in a new documentary, following staff and patients at its five hospitals – Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea, St Mary’s and…
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Patient diagnosed with rare allergy after severe reaction to Christmas dinner
A patient who suffered a mysterious, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction after eating his Christmas dinner and going for a walk, has been diagnosed with a rare allergy by clinicians at St…
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Trust first in the UK to use non-invasive ultrasound for brain surgery
Clinicians have used high-intensity, focused ultrasound waves for the first time in the UK to treat patients with debilitating tremors, avoiding traditional, invasive brain surgery techniques.
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Response to planning permission for the Paddington Quarter
The Trust responds to Westminster City Council granting planning permission for the Paddington Quarter development
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The future of Charing Cross Hospital
Following recent reports, the Trust reiterates the position on the long-term, future plans for Charing Cross Hospital
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Trust helps develop new tool to improve antibiotic prescribing in doctor surgeries
A new website borne out of a successful anti-infections app used by the Trust has been developed to help GPs in North West London prescribe antibiotics more effectively.
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More Smiles Appeal breaks new ground on first anniversary
Work to help the children’s intensive care unit at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington save even more young patients’ lives has started - a year after a charity appeal to renovate and expand the…
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Trust moves towards paperless communication with patients
More than 75,000 patients are now able to receive their appointment notifications via email rather than traditional post, as part of a project to improve how the Trust communicates with patients.
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Research facility receives major funding boost
A leading clinical research facility at Hammersmith Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare Trust, has been awarded more than £10 million in funding for clinical excellence, the Department…
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Antibiotics amnesty returns
An amnesty for people to bring back their unused antibiotics and help combat antibiotic resistance is being held for the second year at St Mary’s, Charing Cross and Hammersmith hospitals.
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Trust helps to develop life-saving technology for trauma patients
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is helping to develop new technology to quickly detect whether a patient is suffering from internal bleeding, potentially saving the lives of trauma patients…
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Specialist mental health midwife named 'Rising Star' at Nursing Times Awards
A specialist mental health midwife at the Trust has been crowned 'Rising Star' at this year's Nursing Times Awards 2016. Dionne Levy supports pregnant women with mental health problems.
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HRH The Prince of Wales visits St Mary’s Hospital to meet nursing awards finalists
His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales visited St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington to meet four nurses from the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust who have been shortlisted for the Nursing Times…
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Trust leads the way in clinical research
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has seen the biggest increase nationally in the number of new clinical research studies it commissions and conducts
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Trust email to patients
The Trust is emailing patients asking for permission to send information to them about their appointments by email rather than by post.
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St Mary's children's intensive care unit celebrates 25 years
The children’s intensive care unit at St Mary’s Hospital is marking 25 years of exceptional care for critically ill children with a new campaign centred around the unit’s patients, staff and key…
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Trust surgeon receives award for outstanding contribution to laryngology
A world renowned ENT (ear, nose and throat) surgeon from Charing Cross Hospital has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to laryngology – receiving the Isshiki Award from the British…
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'Virtual physiotherapist' helps paralysed patients exercise using computer games
A simple device can improve the ability of patients with arm disability to play physiotherapy-like computer games, according to new research carried out at Imperial College Healthcare Trust
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Joint initiative to improve support for people living beyond cancer in North West London
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support have announced plans to improve the support provided to the growing number of people across North West London…
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Trusts to share electronic patient record system to improve care and experience for patients
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are to share a single electronic patient record system in order to provide patients with better care…
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Trust receives £90 million award for biomedical research
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in partnership with Imperial College has received £90m for research to develop and improve treatments for patients.
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Trust marks Healthy Living Week
Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust will be taking part in Healthy Living Week from 26-30 September with the Trust's 10,000 plus staff encouraged to get involved by making a personal ‘healthy…
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Trust creates support group for patients with oesophageal and gastric cancers
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has created the first hospital based support group of its kind for patients with advanced oesophageal and gut cancers.
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Trust pathologist conducts UK's first obesity post mortem
A pathologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has led the UK’s first ever televised post-mortem to understand the impact obesity has on the human body, as part of a documentary for BBC Three.
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Trust shares proposals for state-of-the-art outpatients building at St Mary’s Hospital
Plans for a brand new building for outpatient services at St Mary’s Hospital have been unveiled. The proposed eight-storey building will bring together the majority of outpatient services, which are…
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Consultant completes Channel swim for More Smiles Appeal
The consultant who set up the children’s intensive care unit at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington has completed a 43.5 mile swim across the English Channel to raise funds for the More Smiles Appeal.
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Trust offers work experience to adults with learning disabilities
Young adults with learning disabilities are to gain valuable work experience at the Trust through a supported training programme called ‘Project SEARCH’.
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Public exhibition: Phase one redevelopment of St Mary’s Hospital
Residents, patients, staff and other interested groups, are invited to attend a public exhibition to review proposals for a new building on the St Mary’s Hospital site.
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Pathology services in North West London strengthened by merger
Pathology services in three North West London Trusts have joined forces to create a modern and more efficient service. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation…
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More Smiles Appeal reaches £1 million
The ‘St Mary’s Hospital More Smiles Appeal’ has reached £1 million – 50 per cent of its fundraising target – thanks to the generous support of the public.
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Proposed first phase redevelopment of St Mary's Hospital
Residents, patients and staff are to be consulted on plans to redevelop the eastern area of St Mary’s Hospital site. The proposal is for the creation of a brand new building which will house the…
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New care pathways to improve urgent access to specialist services
Patients with cardiac related chest pain or who need urgent renal or haematology care will benefit from improved access to services through the introduction of two new ‘direct entry’ urgent care…
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Changes to the Trust Board
Professor Andrew Bush and Peter Goldsbrough have been appointed non-executive directors of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust alongside two designate non-executive directors, Nick Ross and…
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Professor Robert Winston marks Trust's first anniversary of Schwartz Rounds
Professor Robert Winston has marked a year of sessions for staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust to talk about the emotional and social challenges of caring for patients by attending a…
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Trust reports on gender reassignment surgery waiting times
Waiting times for patients requiring gender reassignment surgery have been included as part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s standard monthly report to NHS England for the first time.
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Trust recognises the outstanding achievements of its staff
The exceptional achievements of NHS staff were recognised at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s annual staff awards.
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New partnership to improve care for Hammersmith and Fulham
Four NHS organisations have set up a joint initiative to develop a radically better way of providing care for the nearly 200,000 people living in Hammersmith and Fulham.
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Road closures and disruption for Prudential RideLondon 29 July
Road closures and disruption for Prudential RideLondon 29 July
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Mayor of London visits St Mary's Hospital programme to tackle youth gang violence
The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has visited Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s major trauma centre at St Mary’s Hospital to learn more about the Youth Violence Intervention Programme, which aims…
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Over 1.1 million patients to benefit from expanded academic health science centre in north west London
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust have joined the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC).
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Imperial College AHSC Seminar Series kicks off with big data and healthcare
Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) has launched seminar series with an event on how big data is changing healthcare. Experts from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and…
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Trust First in UK to Pilot Finnish-style Baby Boxes
Women who have their babies at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, will be the first in the country to receive Finnish-style ‘baby boxes’ for their…
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Trust biomedical scientist wins award for academic excellence
A biomedical scientist from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has won an award for his academic performance in his professional exams.
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Praed Street closed for emergency works
Praed Street in Paddington will be closed for up to three months for emergency sewer works. The closure is currently limited to between the junction of Praed Street and London Street and the…
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£1.8 million upgrade to Charing Cross Hospital’s Riverside Theatres
Patients receiving treatment at Charing Cross Hospital’s Riverside Theatres will benefit from improved facilities and a more efficient service following a £1.8 million refurbishment and remodelling…
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Trust consultant gynaecologist elected the first female president of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists for 64 years
Professor Lesley Regan, head of obstetrics and gynaecology at St Mary’s Hospital, has been elected the first female president of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists for 64 years.
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Bee keeper's wife cured of deadly bee sting allergy
The wife of a commercial bee farmer has developed a potentially life-saving resistance to bee stings following treatment by medics at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington. Lucy Zaichenko, 47, and her…
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust seeks feedback on proposals to improve care pathways
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is asking patients, carers, local residents and other stakeholders about clinician-led proposals to improve care pathways for patients with chest pain or who…
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Staff raise money for More Smiles Appeal
A charity 5-aside-football tournament has raised more than £1,000 for the More Smiles Appeal to help expand and improve the Children’s Intensive Care Unit at St Mary’s Hospital. The event organised…
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Allied health professionals research better care
Six allied health professionals from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust will be undertaking research in the fields of pharmacy, midwifery, nutrition and physiotherapy as part of a programme to…
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£3.2 million upgrade for St Mary’s Hospital A&E department
Patients visiting accident and emergency (A&E) at St Mary’s Hospital are set to benefit from improved facilities and an increase in treatment areas for the most serious cases following a £3.2…
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Trust joins new national programme to help improve finances
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has joined a new voluntary financial improvement programme being run by NHS Improvement, to help identify and deliver additional efficiency savings.
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Dame Barbara Windsor “eternally grateful” for Trust nurse's guidance on breast cancer storyline
A nurse from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has helped advise the stars of Eastenders on the portrayal of Peggy Mitchell’s breast cancer story line.
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Trust nurse crowned nurse of the year
A nurse from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has been crowned nurse of the year by RCNi.
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Trust staff praised for long service
Staff from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been praised for their long service at a recent awards event.
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Trust performs UK first in trial for new prostate cancer treatment
Clinicians at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have used MRI guided focussed ultrasound for the first time to treat prostate cancer, as part of a new trial.
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Changes to outpatient clinic locations at Charing Cross Hospital
We’re launching the first phase of outpatient improvement works at Charing Cross Hospital. Some outpatient clinics will be relocated during this time.
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Surgical pre-assessment programme helps patients with dementia have a more relaxed stay in hospital
An occupational therapist from the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has told an audience of international dementia experts how a new flagging system is helping elective surgical patients with…
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Happy first birthday: North West London cancer patients praise Macmillan Cancer Support & Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Navigator Service
In April 2015, Macmillan Cancer Support and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust launched an innovative telephone support service for people affected by cancer in North West London. One year on,…
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Dementia care team tell international conference how volunteer with early onset dementia has transformed dementia care training at the Trust
A nurse and a volunteer with early onset dementia from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, have told top experts at an international conference how they have transformed dementia care training at…
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Trust Joins New National Centre for Miscarriage Research
Women who have experienced miscarriage will be able to participate in a new research programme dedicated to understanding more about early miscarriage. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has…
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Healthcare support workers present innovative hydration and nutrition programme for patients with dementia at international conference
Two healthcare support workers from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have spoken about the impact an innovative nutrition and hydration programme has had, on patients with dementia, at an…
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Starlight Storytellers Tour is just what the doctor ordered at St Mary’s Hospital
Starlight Children's Foundation brought a big dose of sunshine to poorly children at St Mary’s Hospital earlier this week when its amazing Storytellers Tour paid a visit.
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Surgeon recognised for his contribution to clinical trials
A consultant surgeon from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has been recognised for his contribution to the recruitment of patients to clinical trials.
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Trust radiologist elected President of the Royal College of Radiologists
A consultant radiologist from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has been elected President of the Royal College of Radiologists.
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New role for chief operating officer and management structure changes
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust chief operating officer and deputy chief executive Steve McManus has been appointed managing director of Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Trust.
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Trust radiologist wins lifetime achievement award
A consultant radiologist from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has won a lifetime achievement award for his outstanding contributions to therapeutic ultrasound.
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Bakerloo line will not stop at Paddington station 2 April – August 2016
Bakerloo line will not stop at Paddington station 2 April – August 2016
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Mother walks 50 miles for More Smiles
A mother, whose daughter Grace died aged 13 months after a serious reaction to chicken pox, is walking 50 miles in her memory while also raising money for the ‘St Mary’s Hospital More Smiles Appeal’…
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Trust surgeon wins academic award
A surgeon from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has won an award for his outstanding academic performance.
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New app advises and reminds pregnant women about vaccinations
A new app to guide and remind pregnant women about vaccines recommended during pregnancy has been launched by researchers and clinicians after they became concerned about low uptake.
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Patients receive innovative new heart pacemaker
Cardiovascular patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are amongst a handful in the UK to be fitted with an innovative new wireless mini-pacemaker.
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New app could help busy medical staff to spot which patients need urgent care
Medical staff at St Mary's Hospital have helped to pilot a new app that could help medics to manage their caseloads and identify patients most urgently in need of care.
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Research projects that have improved health outcomes showcased at public event
Pioneering clinical and health research projects were showcased at a special public event at Hammersmith Hospital. More than 150 visitors attended the Health Research Matters event, a celebration of…
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Outpatients refurbishment feedback week launches 22 February
As part of our outpatient improvement programme, we want to get patients’ views on plans for a major refurbishment of outpatient clinics across our sites.
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Public Health Minister Visits African Well Woman Clinic
Public health minister Jane Ellison has met with service users of the African Well Women Clinic in Acton run by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and London North West Healthcare NHS Trust, to…
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New art installation highlights how research is helping cancer care
A new art display to showcase how patients and clinicians are working with researchers to improve cancer care has been launched at a special event. The Imperial Butterfly Artwork Installation:…
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More patients choosing home dialysis
A team of renal consultants and specialist nurses has helped to increase the uptake of home dialysis by kidney patients through a dedicated home dialysis education clinic and training programme.
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Biomedical scientists awarded Queen’s Ebola Medal for life-saving work in Sierra Leone
Seven biomedical scientists from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been awarded the Queen’s Ebola Medal for their life-saving work in the Ebola stricken country of Sierra Leone.
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Changes to our outpatient booking office email
From 28 January 2016, we are changing the email address patients should use to contact our outpatient booking office. This is the office that deals with many of our appointments. You might want to…
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More NoSH for patients with dementia
Patients with dementia receiving treatment at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are being offered specialised support to help ensure they are eating and drinking enough while in hospital.
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Trust medics calculate ovarian cancer risk
Doctors from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have helped formulated a system that uses ultrasound images to accurately work out the likelihood of an ovarian growth being cancerous.
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St Mary's Urgent Care Centre new service provider
Central London CCG has appointed Vocare Ltd to run the urgent care centre (UCC) at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington on a five year contract, following a competitive tender process. The UCC has been…
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Be a patient assessor
We would like to invite local people to become patient assessors and help us to improve the environment where we deliver patient care.
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New dementia-friendly ward at St Mary’s Hospital expands dementia care improvement programme
A new ward specially designed to support dementia patients has been opened at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
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Dr Julian Redhead appointed as new medical director
Dr Julian Redhead has been appointed as Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s new medical director. Dr Redhead, currently the Trust’s deputy medical director, brings to the role years of…
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Doctor warns about the dangers of flying corks this christmas
A consultant eye surgeon at the Western Eye Hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, is warning party goers this Christmas and New Year to be careful of flying corks from sparkling…
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Freshly prepared meals now on the menu for children treated at St Mary's Hospital
Children being treated at St Mary’s Hospital are now benefiting from meals freshly prepared onsite, in a brand new kitchen.
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St Mary's Hospital More Smiles Appeal is given royal seal of approval
Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge is supporting a major fundraising appeal to expand and improve the Children's Intensive Care Unit at the hospital where her children were born.