1. Pancreatic biliary cancer patient information

    Find out what to expect when you are admitted to our service.

  2. Refer to the vascular surgery service

    Find out how to refer patients to our service.

  3. Sustainable catering

    We will enable more sustainable catering at our hospital sites through a food and retail transformation programme which maps sustainability from farm-to-plate. This includes reviewing our supply chains, increasing plant-based and locally sourced…

  4. “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…

  5. Facilities at Hammersmith Hospital

    Facilities, shops and places to eat at Hammersmith Hospital

  6. 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…

  7. 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.

  8. Improving cancer care pathways at Imperial College Healthcare

    In February 2024, we kicked off a major programme to find out how we could make our cancer care pathways work better for patients and their families, drawing directly on their views and ideas as well as those of our staff and care partners. While…

  9. AI stethoscope rolled out to GP clinics in north west London to help diagnose heart failure

    A national trial will determine if providing GPs with AI-enabled stethoscopes increases early diagnosis of heart failure.

  10. Planned procedures and surgery

    Planned procedures and surgery If you are a patient and your procedure or surgery was postponed during the pandemic or you are waiting for an appointment or a date for treatment, we will contact you directly as soon as we can. If you are worried…

  11. 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.

  12. Gestational trophoblastic disease patient information

    Find out what to expect from your appointment with our gestational trophoblastic disease service.

  13. 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…

  14. Recruitment event for nurses and midwives on 18 October

    We are working with the global job site Indeed to host a recruitment event for nurses and midwives at W12 Conferences on Tuesday 18 October.

  15. Patient information

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

  16. 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.

  17. Head and neck cancer clinics

    Our service holds clinics at Charing Cross and St Mary's hospitals.

  18. Trust annual general meeting 2024

    Join us for our 2024 AGM on Tuesday, 23 July 2024 at 17.45, for a 18.00 start. The AGM will be hosted by Professor Tim Orchard, chief executive of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Matthew Swindells, chair of North West London Acute…

  19. 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…

  20. Refer to the endobronchial ultrasound service

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

  21. Lipids clinics

    Our clinic is a one-stop centre for genetic diagnosis and management of lipid disorders and we also offer research facilities and access to new medications.

  22. 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 …

  23. First UK birth following womb transplant

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

  24. ‘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 hidden impacts of Covid-19. We’ve awarded grants…

  25. 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.

  26. Funding awarded to establish new HealthTech Research Centre

    Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust wins NIHR award for a HealthTech Research Centre to enhance diagnostics.

  27. Visiting a patient

    We recognise the valuable contribution that visiting makes to the care and wellbeing of our patients. Find out what you need to know when visiting a loved one in our hospitals.

  28. Episode three: frequently asked questions

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

  29. Early antiviral responses to rhinovirus infection in asthma

    We are looking for healthy volunteers and patients with asthma aged 18-75 years old to take part in a human infection study with rhinovirus (the common cold).

  30. Refer to the pathology service

    Our pathology service provides a range of services to GPs.

  31. Cardiac imaging patient information

    We offer a variety of advanced cardiac imaging options as well as routine cardiac tests.

  32. 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?

  33. Audiology clinics

    Our audiology service offers clinics at our hospitals and in the community.

  34. 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.

  35. Vaccination halves risk of long Covid, largest study to date shows

    Vaccination halves risk of long Covid, largest study to date shows

  36. Putting female scientists at the forefront of women’s health research

    Dr Lynne Sykes is a specialist in pre-term birth who is seeking to understand what causes premature labour and how it can be prevented in the future. Her work, alongside a programme of research into women’s cancers, is being funded through a new…

  37. Network Learning Forum - Child health in Covid

    Network Learning Forums Child Health in COVID - essential NWL Paediatrics update  -  top tips for primary care on fever, asthma, covid and other child health issues Wednesday 7th October from 13:00 – 14:00 Presented by Dr Mando Watson,…

  38. Abdominal wall reconstruction patient information

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

  39. Life Sciences seminar

    In our next ‘Better hospitals’ seminar we will discuss the conditions needed to stimulate the growth of life sciences businesses that turn medical research and innovation into a future of better health. The panel will draw on lessons learned from…

  40. 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).

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

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

  42. Before surgery

    The Bariatric dietitians provide support and guidance during your pre-operative and post-operative surgical journey. Patients that have completed the Tier 3 weight management program at the imperial weight centre or an equivalent program elsewhere…

  43. Pharmacy clinics

    We have pharmacies on each of our sites providing prescriptions for all our patients.

  44. 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…

  45. 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.

  46. 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…

  47. “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.

  48. 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…

  49. Humans of Health Research series - issue 9

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

  50. Refer to the psychiatry liaison service

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

  51. Refer to the stroke service

    Find out how to refer patients to our stroke service.

  52. 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.

  53. “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…

  54. Facilities at Charing Cross Hospital

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

  55. Women's Health Research Centre

    The Women’s Health Research Centre (WHRC) is dedicated to improving the health outcomes of women and their babies.

  56. Refer to this service

    Find out how to refer a patient to our heart failure service.

  57. Pathway coordinator

    The pathway coordinator is the point of contact for all administrative issues relating to patients’ pathway of care from referral to discharge.

  58. “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…

  59. 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.

  60. 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.

  61. 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.

  62. 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…

  63. 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.

  64. North West London Pathology joins Paddington Life Sciences Partners

    One of the largest NHS pathology providers in the UK is the latest member to join the partnership group.

  65. Patient wins at first ever Transplant Euros Championship

    One of our patients has been part of the winning team at the first ever Transplant European Football Championship.

  66. Interstitial lung disease patient information

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

  67. Dementia care patient information

    Find out how our dementia care team supports patients.

  68. Urology patient information

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

  69. 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.

  70. Meet the breast screening team

    Our breast screening service is managed by a team of consultants radiologists, pathologists, surgeons and nurses.

  71. 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.

  72. 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…

  73. 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.

  74. Imperial Clinical Trials Unit

    The Imperial Clinical Trials Unit (ICTU) leads primarily on the design, conduct and analysis of national and international multi-centre trials.

  75. Advanced nurse practitioners in cardiology

    Advanced nurse practitioners offer high quality, patient-centred care to patients with our cardiology services.

  76. 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.

  77. Channel 4’s Emergency documentary returns

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

  78. Healthcare Central London joins Paddington Life Sciences Partners

    Healthcare Central London brings insights and expertise from primary care as an associate member.

  79. 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 by the United States Food & Drug Association (FDA).

  80. AI could predict type 2 diabetes up to 10 years in advance

    An AI tool that analyses ECG readings could help to identify people at risk of type 2 diabetes as much as ten years before they begin to develop the condition.

  81. First UK patients receive experimental mRNA therapy for cancer at Imperial College Healthcare

    Some patients with cancer at the Trust have become the first in the UK to receive a new treatment that could help their bodies recognise and fight cancer cells.

  82. Overseas patients

    Find essential information for overseas visitors to our hospitals, including guidance about eligibility for NHS services, charges, and how to access care during your stay in the UK.

  83. Focal therapy for prostate cancer is cost-effective and may improve patient outcomes

    Minimally invasive therapies for prostate cancer which remove the cancer while leaving the rest of the prostate intact are associated with lower costs for the NHS and benefits for patients. These are the findings of a new study, published recently…

  84. 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.

  85. “Rare diseases need to be focussed into specialist centres so that patient outcomes can improve”: Meet Professor Michael Seckl

    Rare cancers affect less than 6 in 100,000 people a year or 1 in 5 new patients diagnosed with cancer. Professor Michael Seckl is a consultant oncologist at the Trust, director of our national Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Service, and the lead…

  86. Taking part in research

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

  87. Choosing a caesarean

    A caesarean birth is an operation to delivery your baby through a cut in your abdomen (tummy). This operation is performed in our labour ward theatres.

  88. “Dying matters and the way we talk about dying matters”: Meet Christine Dorsett

    Here, Christine Dorsett, our mortuary manager, explains the vital role mortuaries play in hospitals, and why it is important to talk about and plan for death.

  89. 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.

  90. 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.

  91. 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.

  92. Anaesthetics patient information

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

  93. Bleeding and clotting disorders clinics

    Our service offers several clinics at our hospitals and community locations, as well as a daily walk-in clinic for registered patients.

  94. 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 59 influential biomedical and health scientists to…

  95. GSK backs Fleming Initiative with £45m pledge to help fight against drug resistant infections

    Global biopharma company, GSK, will become the first founding partner of the Fleming Initiative, an innovative and collaborative new approach led by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London to tackle anti-microbial…

  96. Black History Month 2024 Blog – Barry Seemungal, PhD, FRCP

    In honour of Black History Month 2024 and this year’s theme of ‘reclaiming narratives’, Head of the Centre for Vestibular Neurology, Barry Seemungal, shares his narrative about his Caribbean heritage, his influences and inspirations, and what Black…

  97. Imperial Health Knowledge Bank

    Increase our understanding of health conditions, detect diseases earlier and develop new tests and treatments

  98. 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 West London Integrated Care Board.

  99. Red blood cell disorder clinics

    We offer outpatient clinics for patients with red cell and other non-malignant disorders at Hammersmith and St Mary’s Hospital.

  100. Stay informed with our GP news and updates

    We provide essential updates for GPs through our GP bulletin e-newsletter and GP update emails, keeping you informed about our services, medical guidance, and urgent notifications.

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