1. Patient information

    Children and young peoples' videos Please take some time to watch these videos which help prepare toddlers, children and young people for their visit to hospital: Children and young people's videos – Age 0-6 …

  2. OPAT patient information

    Find out what to expect from your OPAT appointment.

  3. Life sciences recognised as key sector in London Growth Plan

    London’s life sciences at the forefront of the plan for London’s economic growth.

  4. Information about molar pregnancy

    Find out more about molar pregnancy and how we manage it at Charing Cross Hospital.

  5. Imperial College Healthcare NHS 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.

  6. Research glossary

    A glossary of common terms used to describe healthcare research trials.

  7. Band 5 Cardiac nursing recruitment open day

    We are excited to be hosting an open day for nurses considering a career in Cardiology. We welcome interest from nurses from all backgrounds, previous experience in Cardiology is by no means essential. We provide training and development…

  8. Orthoptics and visual fields patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment.

  9. 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 the waiting list backlog created by the Covid-19…

  10. Refer to the liver services

    Find out how to refer patients to our liver services.

  11. Trust surgeon in Time100 health list

    Professor the Lord Darzi of Denham has been named in TIME magazine's prestigious annual list of the 100 most influential people in health.

  12. Our achievements

    Learn about some of our many achievements, spanning more than a hundred years.

  13. Digital transformation: Trust achieves advanced rating

    The Trust has achieved an advanced rating for the digital maturity of our clinical services, following an assessment by HIMSS.

  14. Trauma services GP advice

    Find information and advice for GPs and referrers.

  15. Photography workshop with Listen to Act

    Imperial College Healthcare patients aged 16 to 22 can join a free photography workshop on 1 August, run by Listen to Act and Imperial Health Charity

  16. Nurses and midwives

    Let your skills and experience shine in an environment where excellence is a way of life.

  17. Our partners

    We work closely with a number of partner organisations to develop and provide services that meet the needs of our patients. ​

  18. During your stay

    From mealtimes to safety precautions, coming into hospital can sometimes be daunting and there is a lot you may want to know. Find out what you can expect

  19. 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.

  20. 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 cardiovascular clinical medicine or research.’

  21. Critical care research team awarded first-ever NIHR Impact Prize

    The research team behind a trial at the Trust has been awarded one of the first ever NIHR Impact Prizes.

  22. Birth centres

    Birth centres provide a low-risk pregnancy in a homely environment.

  23. 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…

  24. Imperial College Healthcare first NHS Trust to offer innovative new procedure for severe acid reflux

    Surgeons at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have treated some of the first NHS patients with an innovative new operation for severe acid reflux.

  25. “The eye can be used as a window into the brain to look at different diseases”: Meet Professor Francesca Cordeiro

    Professor Francesca Cordeiro, consultant ophthalmologist at the Western Eye Hospital, gives an insight into the innovative research work being carried out by the Imperial College Ophthalmology Research Group (ICORG) clinical trials unit, and…

  26. Facilities at Hammersmith Hospital

    Facilities, shops and places to eat at Hammersmith Hospital

  27. 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, alongside Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust…

  28. Renal assessment unit (RAU)

    Please ring the department if you are feeling unwell and you will be triaged by a member of the team, and an appointment made as appropriate. Please note we are no longer able to provide a walk-in service Address Renal assessment unit Ground…

  29. Refer to the OPAT service

    Find out how to refer patients to our OPAT service.

  30. Board meeting Wednesday 27 January 2021

    Board meeting on Wednesday 27 January 2021. We welcome patients, members of the public, staff and partners to our public board meetings.

  31. Frequently asked questions

      What should I do if my health or condition is getting worse? If you are worried about your health, or if your condition deteriorates, you should contact your GP or call NHS 111. If you ever think a…

  32. Robert Hesketh Hepatology Clinical Research Unit

    Through clinical trials and research, the Robert Hesketh Hepatology Clinical Research Unit aims to develop new treatments for liver disease.

  33. Cardiographer

    As a cardiographer, you’d operate electrocardiograph (ECG) machines which monitor the heart. You would fit electrodes to the patient’s body, making sure they are correctly connected to the machine. You’d then take readings from the ECG which the…

  34. Renal recruitment open day

    We are excited to be hosting an open day for nurses considering a career in the Renal specialty. Our open day offers opportunities to meet the team, have a guided tour of our facilities and interview for a role if you wish, so bring your CV as we…

  35. Challenging gender bias in artificial intelligence

    In this blog, consultant paediatrician Dr Sharon Jheeta gives an insight into her research on inequities in artificial intelligence (AI) and her involvement in our Trust's AI steering group.

  36. "I knew the gut microbiome was important to our health and I wanted to focus my future career on understanding how": Meet James Kinross

    An Imperial surgeon specialising in the gut microbiome has published a new book to explain why it is important for our health.

  37. Meet the team episode three

    In this week’s episode of Hospital on BBC Two, our staff work with patients who have dementia and mental health conditions. Meet staff who work in our dementia and elderly services providing world-class care to our patients every day.

  38. Planning to leave hospital

    We want every hour, every day, you spend in hospital to count towards getting you the care you need and for you to be able to leave hospital as soon as you are medically fit to do so. We also want to make sure we work efficiently so that we can…

  39. “I genuinely love my job, I love what I can deliver for my patients.” Meet Donna Rowe, clinical nurse specialist in our Fracture Liaison Service

    Donna Rowe is a clinical nurse specialist and tells us about the Fracture Liaison Service, which supports people with osteoporosis.

  40. 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.

  41. How midwife Niki Robins supports families through bereavement

    Niki Robins is a specialist bereavement midwife; she supports families as they come to terms with the loss of a child, helping them to grieve and to make memories. Here, she gives an insight into this vital and sensitive service.

  42. After your appointment

    Learn what to do after your outpatient appointment at our hospitals. Find out what questions to ask before leaving your appointment, where to collect hospital prescriptions and more.

  43. Call for concern – a patient safety initiative

    Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has extended its roll out of the 24/7 service that helps patients, relatives and carers get direct access to senior clinicians if they are concerned that ward staff aren’t recognising that a patient’s condition…

  44. Patient information and education

    Learn how to prepare for your appointments with the young adult kidney clinic and find important information about managing your kidney condition.

  45. Architect chosen to design the Fleming Centre at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington

    The Royal Institute of British Architects RIBA has announced that Stanton Williams has been selected to design the new Fleming Centre.

  46. The power of public involvement in research

    Dr Kirsten Bell is a senior research fellow in anthropology at our Patient Experience Research Centre. Here she explores the crucial role of public engagement in shaping impactful research and what motivates people to get involved in research. We…

  47. Meet Matthew Swindells, the first joint chair for all four acute trusts in north west London

    Matthew Swindells has just taken up his new role as joint chair for the four acute trusts in north west London. He will help guide the leadership teams at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS…

  48. 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 prioritised for those most in need and, in general,…

  49. Refer to the endobronchial ultrasound service

    Find out how to refer patients to our endobronchial ultrasound service.

  50. Policies and procedures

    Complaints process Data protection confidentiality and information sharing policy Disciplinary policy and procedure Drug formulary Elective access policy Equality diversity and inclusion policy Health and Safety Policy …

  51. Kidney transplant patients to get blood matched for white blood cells in new pilot

    When needed, kidney transplant patients at Hammersmith Hospital will get blood transfusions matched not just for red blood cells but also for the donor’s tissue type, as part of a new pilot programme.

  52. After your stay

    In this section you can find information on: Will I get help at home? What should I do if I'm at home and need guidance? What happens if I'm not well enough to return home? Will I get help at home? If you need help to recover at…

  53. Refer to the pathology service

    Our pathology service provides a range of services to GPs.

  54. Children and young people parents' guide

    Here we’ve provided some information to help you prepare for your child’s visit or stay in hospital.

  55. A journey through urology and andrology

    Professor Suks Minhas, consultant urologist, gives an insight into his areas of expertise and the ever-evolving landscape of male reproductive health.

  56. The best protection against measles

    Measles cases are rising across the country, with a particular increase in London in recent weeks. TikTok has launched #GrabAJab: an in-app campaign to encourage people to get the MMR vaccine, featuring expert NHS voices and links to NHS information.

  57. 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 north west London?

  58. Primark donates essential clothing to support patients experiencing homelessness

    People experiencing homelessness who visit the emergency departments at our hospitals have been receiving vital support thanks to a generous clothing donation from Primark.

  59. Inaugural Director of the Fleming Initiative appointed

    Professor Alison Holmes has been appointed as the inaugural Director of the Fleming Initiative.

  60. AHSC webinar: Reverse Innovation in the NHS

    Reverse innovation is an innovation developed in a low- or middle-income country which is then adopted by a high-income country. It has been identified as a key emerging trend in global health systems, as these innovations do more with less and…

  61. Sleep clinics

    Our sleep services are offered at Charing Cross Hospital.

  62. Abdominal wall reconstruction patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment.

  63. Patient information

    Our acute non-invasive ventilation (NIV) service offers inpatient treatment to people who are very unwell with respiratory failure.

  64. Join us at our Annual General Meeting

    Join us for our 2024 Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 23 July 2024 at 17.45, for a 18.00 start.

  65. 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 surgeons spent two days meeting members of the Trust’s…

  66. Humans of Health Research series - issue 9

    The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.

  67. Refer to the psychiatry liaison service

    Find out how patients are referred to liaison psychiatry services provided by partner trusts in London.

  68. Refer to the stroke service

    Find out how to refer patients to our stroke service.

  69. “My rotation with Paddington Life Sciences has provided incredible opportunities”: Meet James Harkness

    Junior doctor Dr James Harkness shares an insight into completing a four-month rotation with the Paddington Life Sciences team as part of his Foundation Training.

  70. New national patient choice programme

    All NHS patients waiting over 40 weeks for elective care, and who do not have an appointment date within the next eight weeks, will be contacted by their hospital and given the opportunity to travel to a different hospital if it means they could be…

  71. 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 today.

  72. Kidney disease in pregnancy (obstetric nephrology)

    We are involved in national and international research, and also in developing the UK clinical practice guidelines in this area of medicine. What We Offer Prepregnancy counselling clinic Having kidney disease can affect pregnancy and make it…

  73. Investing in our estate while progressing redevelopment

    An update on our redevelopment plans and ongoing investment in our hospitals.

  74. Imperial consultant's book uses scientific evidence to help people lose weight

    A Trust consultant specialising in obesity has published a new book aiming to help people reach a healthy body weight.

  75. “Heart failure is a big cause of hospital admissions and prolonged hospital stays”: Meet Clare Screeche-Powell

    Clare Screeche-Powell, lead nurse for heart failure, discusses the main causes of heart failure and the importance of working collaboratively with colleagues, both inside and outside the Trust, to facilitate timely diagnosis of heart failure and…

  76. Trust researchers awarded Academy of Medical Sciences Fellowships

    Two consultants from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS).

  77. Catch up on our 2024 annual general meeting (AGM)

    Catch up on our 2024 annual general meeting (AGM).

  78. Celebrating birthday honours

    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 Order (RVO); and nurse Brenda Deocampo and lay…

  79. “There aren’t many careers where you can save or change a person’s life for the better”: Meet Chris Jordan, consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon

    Major trauma is made up of various specialist and expert teams who care for patients with the most severe injuries and support them on their journey to recovery. Here, Chris Jordan, consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon, gives an insight into…

  80. 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.

  81. Episode two: frequently asked questions

    This page answers some of the questions raised in episode two of the second series of Hospital.

  82. Chaplaincy and faith services

    Our chaplaincy team offers confidential religious, spiritual, and pastoral care to all patients, visitors, and staff across our five hospital sites, during normal working hours and as a 24/7 urgent out-of-hours on-call service.

  83. St Mary's Hospital is early adopter of innovative obesity treatment

    Imperial College Healthcare is one of the first NHS trusts in London to start offering a new, minimally invasive treatment option to patients with obesity.

  84. Channel 4’s Emergency documentary - second series

    Catch up with the second series Behind the scenes Jobs in our trauma centre The major trauma centre at…

  85. 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 advantages to patients during the Covid-19 pandemic.

  86. Global medical companies join Paddington Life Sciences Partners

    Convatec and Ipsen are part of the growing life sciences community around St Mary's Hospital.

  87. 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.

  88. Home birth

    We provide a home birth service for women living within our catchment area.

  89. COVID-19 linked to increase in biomarkers for abnormal brain proteins

    Researchers have uncovered a link between COVID-19 and blood markers linked to faulty proteins in the brain.

  90. Facilities at Charing Cross Hospital

    Facilities, shops and places to eat at Charing Cross Hospital.

  91. 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 nests’ have opened at Imperial College Healthcare…

  92. What to expect

    Find out what to expect from your ophthalmology appointment.

  93. Ensuring high quality care throughout the winter

    How we’re preparing for winter In October, teams from across the Trust came together at the Charing Cross Hospital winter summit to discuss learning and ideas to maximise operational flow as we head into our busiest winter months. Our urgent and…

  94. Macmillan cancer navigators

    The Macmillan navigator service is a telephone-based service for cancer patients of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, and their family, friends and carers.

  95. Dr Georgina Williams on supporting patients with breast cancer

    To conclude Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we sat down with Dr Georgina Williams, a consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon, to explore her work alongside the breast reconstruction team at Charing Cross Hospital.

  96. Driving equity and inclusion through research

    Discover how our equality, diversity and inclusion research group is fostering fairness and inclusivity across clinical research delivery at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

  97. Real stories of people living with and beyond cancer

    Here people who have been treated at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust share their experiences of living with and beyond cancer.

  98. 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.

  99. 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 really like to know so that we can help.

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