1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. “You must run clinical trials to develop new drugs, which is why our work is so important” – Meet Dr Marian Donegan

    Dr Marian Donegan is a clinical research physician at the Imperial Memory Unit at Charing Cross hospital. Ahead of International Clinical Trials Day on Saturday 20 May, she shares an insight into the clinical trials run by the Imperial Memory Unit…

  4. Personalising risk from COVID-19 key to protecting immunosuppressed people

    New research underscores the need for ongoing COVID-19 protection for people with weakened immune systems.

  5. Update on NHS proposal to improve orthopaedic surgery in north west Londo

    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 Hospital, Park Royal.

  6. Trust nursing staff win Rising Star awards

    Three members of the nursing team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been named among the winners of the Rising Star Awards 2024. 

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. Ear nose and throat patient information

    We provide information and support on different aspects of treatment for patients who have been referred to our ear nose and throat service.

  10. Refer to the community cardiology and respiratory service

    Find out how to refer patients to our community cardiology and respiratory service.

  11. Expansion in psychological support at London’s major trauma centres

    The NHS in London is improving mental health support for patients with major trauma injuries and the staff who care for them, including at St Mary's major trauma centre.

  12. Integrating research further into primary care

    Meet Dr David Wingfield, who has been appointed as the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre's Primary Care Lead

  13. Trust consultant wins prestigious research award

    Professor Alex Comninos has won the prestigious researcher award in this year’s Royal College of Physicians Awards, run jointly with the National Institute for Health and Care Research.

  14. 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.

  15. Changing the order of breast cancer treatments may lead to better care: Q&A with Mr Paul Thiruchelvam and Mr Daniel Leff

    A new study by Imperial College Healthcare has suggested that changing the order in which treatments are given to breast cancer patients could reduce side effects and improve outcomes. Currently, radiotherapy is usually offered to patients after…

  16. Pay and benefits

    When you join the NHS you'll receive a range of benefits

  17. 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.

  18. Episode two: frequently asked questions

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

  19. Red blood cell disorder patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment at the red blood cell disorder service.

  20. Head and neck cancer patient information

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

  21. How we use social media

    Our social media channels are managed by our communications team. We use social media to connect with our patients and local community.

  22. Sleep services patient information

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

  23. Remote monitoring of heart attack patients significantly reduced hospital readmissions

    Research has found that remote monitoring of patients who had recently had a heart attack could have a significant effect on readmissions to hospital.

  24. Patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment with our immune haematology service.

  25. 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.

  26. “Ovarian cancer – previously known as the silent killer – is not so silent anymore”: Meet Professor Christina Fotopoulou

    Professor Christina Fotopoulou is a gynaecological oncology surgeon at Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital and a leader in the field of ovarian cancer. Here, she discusses the diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer and how both have evolved…

  27. The Fleming Centre: Driving the fight against antimicrobial resistance

    Professor Ara Darzi, Chair of The Fleming Centre Initiative, writes about the pivotal role this centre will play in the fight against AMR and the far-reaching impact it promises to deliver. 

  28. Why this year’s bivalent Covid-19 booster vaccines offer improved protection

    Professor Robin Shattock, the head of mucosal infection and immunity within the department of medicine at Imperial College London and one of the first researchers to work on Covid-19 vaccines, explains the benefits of the latest bivalent booster…

  29. Patient education on advanced kidney care

  30. Blood cancer patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment with the blood cancer service.

  31. Acute NHS trusts in north west London commit to shared vision for collaboration and priorities

    The four acute NHS trusts in north west London have set out a shared vision for collaboration and priorities for joint action. Working together as the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative since September 2022, our four organisations have…

  32. Living with a transplant

    Testing your blood pressure  We recommend that you buy a blood pressure machine so that you can monitor your blood pressure at home. Learn how to check your blood pressure at home. Your transplant doctor will be able to tell you what blood…

  33. 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.

  34. Syncope patient information

    We provide information and support about different aspects of treatment for patients who have been referred to our syncope service.

  35. Trust achieves prestigious Royal College of Anaesthetists accreditation

    The anaesthesia departments at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have achieved Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation from the Royal College of Anaesthetists.

  36. Our executive team

    Meet our executive team and clinical divisional directors

  37. 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.

  38. 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.

  39. Meet the team - episode four

    In this week’s episode of Hospital on BBC Two shines a light on our heart attack centre and our neurology and cancer services. Meet staff who work in cardiology, neurology and cancer services providing world-class care to our patients every day.

  40. Our executive team

    Meet our executive team and clinical divisional directors

  41. Improving safety through collaboration, connection and behaviour change

    Helping Our Teams Transform (HOTT) is a programme developed at the Trust that uses behaviour nudges, human factors and team building to improve safety, effectiveness and efficiency within teams.

  42. Staying safe during your visit

    Keeping you safe during your visit or stay in hospital is our priority.

  43. Trust staff named in New Year Honours

    Dr Gillian Chumbley and Professor Shehan Hettiaratchy have been named in the New Year Honours List 2025.

  44. 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.

  45. First UK birth following womb transplant

    For the first time in the UK, a woman has given birth following a womb transplant.

  46. Support following a bereavement

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

  47. 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.

  48. My health records

    Health records (also known as patient or medical records) are a log of your health and the treatment you have received from the NHS. We hold this information to ensure you receive the best possible care now and in the future.

  49. Patient and public involvement

    Our patient and public involvement strategy sets out our objectives and plans to ensure our organisation listens and responds to the needs and preferences of our patients and communities.

  50. 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.

  51. Information for young people

    We offer a wide range of healthcare services, based at St Mary's Hospital, to people under 18 years of age. Our aim is to minimise disruption to your life and give you more say in the treatment and care you receive. And if we’ve looked after you…

  52. St Mary's Hospital wards

    This page includes useful information about each of our wards at St Mary's Hospital, including: visiting times, protected meal times, contact details and simple directions.

  53. Charing Cross Hospital wards

    Useful information for each of our wards at Charing Cross Hospital, including: visiting times, protected meal times, contact details and simple directions.

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