1. Patient advice and liaison service (PALS)

    Speak to PALS, our patient advice and liaison service team, to find support, share your experience or provide feedback on services at Imperial College Healthcare.

  2. PALS and complaints annual report 2020/21 pdf file icon

  3. PALS and complaints annual report 2021/22 pdf file icon

  4. PALS and complaints annual report 2022/23 pdf file icon

  5. PALS and complaints annual report 2019/20 pdf file icon

  6. PALS and complaints annual report 2023/24 pdf file icon

  7. 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 raised, according to a new study.

  8. Refer to the stroke service

    Find out how to refer patients to our stroke service.

  9. Feedback

    Feedback and Compliments We’re always glad to hear about anything you think we’re doing well. Friends and Family Test Friends and family test: We would like to hear about your experience of our services. Let us know by completing our anonymous…

  10. Refer to the liver services

    Find out how to refer patients to our liver services.

  11. Update: Incident at St Mary's Hospital site on 1 May

    We have fully returned to normal operations following a small fire at St Mary's Hospital on Thursday 1 May.

  12. Extra help and services you may need

    Carers We recognise the importance of working in partnership with carers so that they receive the support they need to help you. Speak to the nurse in charge if you have a carer or if you are a carer.  Dementia support Being in hospital can be…

  13. Preventing and tackling conflict

    These challenges can be very frustrating for staff and patients alike. We understand that these frustrations may lead to tension and even conflict. However, aggressive behaviour and violence are never acceptable, whether in person, over the phone…

  14. Clinical ethics

    Our clinical ethics committee considers the ethical aspects of clinical care and practice within the Trust.

  15. Refer to the respiratory medicine service

    Find out how to refer patients to our respiratory medicine service.

  16. Publications

    Find our annual reports, performance scorecards, notes from annual general meetings and more on this page

  17. Refer to the vascular surgery service

    Find out how to refer patients to our service.

  18. Meet Astro, our new virtual assistant for outpatient appointments

    We’ve introduced Astro – our new virtual assistant. This innovative tool uses digital technology to provide instant answers to many of your questions about our outpatient appointment services.

  19. Share your views on Charing Cross refurbishment

    We are working on a full refurbishment of the ground floor and first floor of Charing Cross Hospital and we want your views on how we can improve these spaces.

  20. Dementia care patient information

    Find out how our dementia care team supports patients.

  21. Publications

    Find our annual reports, performance scorecards, notes from annual general meetings and more on this page

  22. Information and links

    Travel The Imperial Memory Unit is located at Charing Cross Hospital in Hammersmith, London. To take part in one of our clinical trials you will be asked to visit our unit during a number of times. The Imperial Memory Unit will pay/arrange travel…

  23. 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.

  24. Call for concern

    Clinical deterioration is detected by clinical staff every day, using their own skills, and knowledge as well as digital and other early warning systems. However, friends and relatives, as well as patients themselves, may spot ‘soft signs’ of…

  25. Understanding how to best collect and act on patients’ information and communication needs

    Our hospital is committed to delivering patient-centered care, and improving our services, so that they meet the unique needs of individuals.  One of the Trust’s priority programmes is improvement of our outpatient services, and a key aspect of…

  26. Making a complaint

    Find out how you can make a complaint, if we are not able to resolve your concerns informally with the staff caring for you or via PALS.

  27. Parkinson’s Disease Research Unit

    Parkinson's disease affects 1% of the population over the age of 65, but can also develop in people at a much younger age. The key symptoms are tremor, stiffness and slowness of movement. It can also be associated with a number of other "non-motor"…

  28. St Mary's hospital ICU

    We care for a wide range of patient groups which includes elective admissions following surgery for monitoring and optimisation as well as emergency admissions for patient who have deteriorated while in hospital or from the community who may need…

  29. Hammersmith hospital ICU

    We care for a wide range of patient groups which includes elective admissions following surgery for monitoring and optimisation as well as emergency admissions for patient who have deteriorated while in hospital or from the community who may need…

  30. Patient transport

    Getting to hospital can be difficult for some people, because of their clinical condition or mobility. In line with the Department of Health’s guidelines, we provide a non-emergency transport service for patients who cannot get to hospital…

  31. Preparing for an appointment

    In this section: Receiving your appointment letter Communication preferences Changing or cancelling your appointment Accessibility support Bringing someone with you What to bring with you to your appointment How to get…

  32. Accessibility support

    We offer interpreters, carer support, a hearing loop system and more accessibility support for outpatient appointments at Imperial College Healthcare. Find out how you can access the support you need.

  33. Taking part in research

    Learn how you can take part in research and support our clinicians to improve care for all

  34. 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.

  35. Staying well while you wait

    Waiting for a while can have a huge impact on your daily life, including your mental health, so it’s important to look after your wellbeing too. There are things you can do to help you stay well and prepare for your procedure if you are having one.

  36. Support following a bereavement

    Our hospitals offer practical support for relatives and those close to patients who have died.

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