1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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…

  4. 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.

  5. Staying safe during your visit

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

  6. Trust annual general meeting 2019

    Join us at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s annual general meeting, where we will be sharing our annual accounts, the highlights and challenges of 2018/19, as well as looking forward to the year ahead. There will be an opportunity to ask…

  7. Trust launches new patient safety initiative - Call for concern

    Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has started to roll out a new 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…

  8. New strategic lay forum leadership team

    We are pleased to share that our new strategic lay forum leadership team is now in place.

  9. Trust achieves accreditation as Living Wage Employer

    Imperial College Healthcare has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer

  10. Fertility open evening

    Bookings are now open for fertility open evening at 17.30 on Monday 16 December.

  11. Reduced use of plastics

    We will reduce the use of plastics across our hospital sites and various supply chains, particularly single-use plastics, used for both clinical and non-clinical reasons, such as those in medical equipment and across various supply chains.

  12. Bleeding and clotting disorders patient information

    Find out more about the bleeding and clotting disorders service, including essential contact details and specialist resources.

  13. Cataract surgery

    Find out what to expect from cataract surgery at the Western Eye Hospital and Charing Cross Hospital. Our one-stop cataract surgery clinic offers assessment, diagnosis and surgery planning in one appointment. We can also offer cataract surgery to…

  14. What to expect

    Find out what to expect before your plastic and reconstructive surgery appointment

  15. Facilities at St Mary's Hospital

    Facilities, shops and places to eat at St Mary's Hospital

  16. 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

  17. 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.

  18. Kidney transplantation

    Our kidney transplantation service provides transplant services and long-term follow-up treatment for patients in northwest London.

  19. 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.

  20. 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.

  21. Trauma nursing recruitment open day

    Help us make the little things count. Do you have experience in trauma nursing; trauma, orthopaedics and plastics; or elective orthopaedics? We are excited to be hosting an open day for nurses considering a career in trauma. You’ll be joining one…

  22. Refer to the urology service

    Find out how to refer patients to our urology service.

  23. Imperial College Healthcare achieves best ever NHS staff survey results

    Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust achieved its third consecutive year of improvement in the 2023 national NHS staff survey, published today.

  24. “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…

  25. Popular myths and common questions

    Popular myths about living with a kidney transplant  “If I don’t take my immunosuppression medicines on time, it doesn’t matter”  We need the levels of the immunosuppression medicines you take to stay as steady as possible in your body and always…

  26. Statement on next steps for the redevelopment of St Mary’s Hospital 

    The New Hospital Programme has confirmed that the Trust will be able to continue to detailed design and planning for its St Mary’s Hospital redevelopment in Paddington.

  27. Trust and ARC West London announce new partnership to support life sciences

    The industry-NHS collaboration aims to strengthen the growing life sciences presence in west London

  28. 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), featuring staff and lay partners at Imperial College…

  29. Intensive care consultant to lead NIHR's National Research Collaboration Programme

    Intensive care consultant, Professor Anthony Gordon, has been appointed as Programme Director of the National Institute for Health and Care Research's (NIHR) National Research Collaboration Programme (NRCP).

  30. Bookings are now open for our fertility open evening on Monday 17 June

    Bookings are now open for our fertility open evening on Monday 17 June at 18.00.

  31. "Imperial College Healthcare is a great place to pursue clinical research": Meet Rowan Boyles

    Physiotherapist Rowan Boyles has recently been awarded an NIHR Imperial BRC PhD Fellowship to research the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation, a type of brain stimulation, in spinal cord injury. Here, Rowan tells us more about his PhD…

  32. 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 Trust. The study found that a new type of ultrasound scan can…

  33. Medical issues

    Medical issues after a kidney transplant Rejection  Rejection is when your immune system starts to attack your transplanted kidney because it recognises the kidney has come from a different person. Immunosuppressant medicines or anti-rejection…

  34. Our facilities and units

    You can choose where you give birth to your baby. Your options include care led by a specialist doctor called an obstetrician in one of our delivery suites; care led by a midwife at one of our birthing centres; or, giving birth at home with our…

  35. School raises over 20k for Charing Cross Hospital

    A local school has helped raise over £20k for Charing Cross Hospital, to help patients with neurological conditions and disorders.

  36. 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.

  37. W12 Conferences

    The trust also runs W12 Conferences, a contemporary conference venue in London. The venue offers a variety of small to medium-sized conference roos for hire.

  38. Endobronchial ultrasound patient information

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

  39. The Imanova Centre for Imaging Sciences

    The Imanova Centre for Imaging Sciences is a world-leading research facility based at Hammersmith Hospital.

  40. Deceased donor kidney transplantation

    Transplant waiting list Many people decide to donate their organs in the event of their death, to be used to transform the life of someone waiting for a transplant. If you are suitable for a kidney transplant, you will be registered on the national…

  41. Bookings are now open for fertility open evening.

    Bookings are now open for the next fertility open evening at 18.00 on Monday 21 October.

  42. Keeping in touch with patients in hospital

    If you cannot visit your friend or loved one in person, our hospitals can still support you to keep in touch.

  43. Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital wards

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

  44. 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.

  45. Imperial Health Knowledge Bank

    Imperial Health Knowledge Bank Imperial Health Knowledge Bank is a new research resource that will provide every one of our patients with an easy opportunity to be part of research and contribute to medical science. Taking part is optional and does…

  46. Sleep services patient information

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

  47. PREPARE programme

    Our PREPARE programme will help you get ready for your oesophago-gastric surgery.

  48. Discharge before noon takes persistence and planning

    Each week, Lady Skinner ward at Charing Cross Hospital consistently manages to complete 80 per cent of their discharges before noon. This frees up space earlier in the day for new patients who need to be admitted and allows patients to go home when…

  49. HPB surgery patient information

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

  50. 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

  51. Virtual work experience

    What to expect Join our interactive virtual work experience programme offering a comprehensive exploration of a career in healthcare: Days 1-3: Pathways to medicine Take part in a simulated trauma call and make decisions about how to care for…

  52. 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…

  53. 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 and events will take place throughout the day in…

  54. Heart failure pathways

    We've recently been working with patients, GPs, cardiologists, pharmacists and heart failure specialist nurses to transform our end-to-end heart failure. Our objectives have been to: Create a more integrated pathway across primary and…

  55. Neonatal intensive care unit refurbishment

    We have refurbished the neonatal intensive care unit at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital, providing a better environment for patients and staff.

  56. Health routines after your transplant

    Health routines after my transplant Cancer screening After transplantation you are at a higher risk of some types of cancer. It is strongly recommended that you attend any cancer screening tests provided by your GP. Please check below to know more…

  57. Trauma nursing recruitment open day

    Help us make the little things count. Do you have experience in trauma nursing; trauma, orthopaedics and plastics; or elective orthopaedics? We are excited to be hosting an open day for nurses considering a career in trauma on 24 May. You’ll be…

  58. “We’re working with people at their lowest. It’s the scariest, most painful point in their lives.” Meet Luke Wilkinson, Trauma and orthopaedics physiotherapist

    Discover the inspiring journey of Luke Wilkinson, Trauma and orthopaedics physiotherapist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. Explore the unique set of skills physiotherapists need when caring for major trauma patients.

  59. Meet the team - Emergency on Channel 4

    At the major trauma centre at St Mary's Hospital, expert trauma specialists help patients with the most severe injuries. Meet the teams featured in "Emergency," the groundbreaking documentary airing on Channel 4 in February 2022.

  60. Our board

    Our board consists of the chair and chief executive and seven non-executive directors and five executive directors. See our board's biographies below. Our board has overall responsibility for leadership, direction, control and risk management. It…

  61. Research

    We aim to lead the way in building capacity and capability in the nursing and midwifery workforce and build academic health careers that makes a difference to our patients

  62. 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 2024.

  63. “Life sciences is key to the future of the NHS” - Professor Tim Orchard

    Professor Tim Orchard shares the major role of life sciences in the future of the NHS and the vision for our growing life sciences cluster in Paddington.

  64. Investing in volunteers to build connections with our communities

    Chris Neal, head of volunteering at Imperial Health Charity, explains how the benefits of volunteering to our Trust stretch far beyond the hospital walls.

  65. 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…

  66. 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. 

  67. 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.

  68. Keeping on track for better health in a financially challenging year

    At the start of what will be a ‘uniquely challenging’ year financially for the NHS, our Chief executive, Professor Tim Orchard, explains why the NHS is expected to do things differently and summarises what this means for our Trust and how we are…

  69. Emergency department nurses

    Join our emergency nursing team and work in a fast-paced environment in the heart of the capital.

  70. Meet Asmahan, a patient safety partner at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

    A patient safety partner works with the healthcare team to make sure patients are safe and shares the patient's point of view to improve care.

  71. Our research partnerships

    We work in partnership with Imperial College AHSC, NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and host the NIHR Clinical Research Network for North West London.

  72. Endocrine surgery patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment at the endocrine surgery service.

  73. 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.

  74. Humans of Health Research series - issue 7

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

  75. Your stay in hospital

    An inpatient means someone who is staying in hospital overnight or for more than one night.

  76. GP education

    We offer a professional development programme for local GPs to help improve patient care and foster closer working relationships between our consultants and primary care professionals.

  77. Hand and wrist patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to the hand and wrist clinic for your appointment.

  78. 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.

  79. 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.

  80. 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…

  81. 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 the country, following licensing of the app for the…

  82. 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.

  83. Darzi fellowship in clinical leadership

    We support Darzi fellows in developing their leadership skills with hands-on experience across the Trust.

  84. Trust recognised at HSJ Partnership Awards

    Imperial College Healthcare’s collaborative work was recognised at the recent HSJ Partnership Awards

  85. Pelvic health physiotherapy self-referral form

    The Trust's pelvic health physiotherapy service provides physiotherapy for women and birthing people whose pregnancy is booked at Queen Charlottes & Chelsea Hospital or St. Mary's Hospital.

  86. Imperial Health Charity launches Winter Appeal supporting our children's A&E

    Imperial Health Charity has today launched its annual winter fundraising appeal, which will help us provide extra support for young patients at our children’s A&E department. Donations from members of the public will go towards interactive games…

  87. “There is a whole system that comes together for every patient:” Professor Raj Bhattacharya on his surgical career 

    Orthopaedic surgeon Prof Raj Bhattacharya, who features in the Channel 4 hospital documentary Emergency, on trauma surgery and his “portfolio career”.

  88. Medical director Mr Raymond Anakwe on what inspired him to join the NHS

    Medical director, Raymond Anakwe was inspired to join the NHS by his father, whose own journey into medicine began in Nigeria before he moved to Russia and then the UK. Raymond, who has recently become co-sponsor for the multidisciplinary race…

  89. 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"…

  90. 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…

  91. 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.

  92. Cancer services patient information

    Services including Macmillan Cancer Support, Maggie's West London and CLIC Sargent are on-site at Charing Cross Hospital to support you through your cancer diagnosis and cancer treatment.

  93. Bariatric surgery patient information

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

  94. "Nurses are perfectly placed to take part in research." Meet Niamh Bohnacker, senior clinical research nurse

    Niamh Bohnacker is senior clinical research nurse and tells us about the Neurosurgery, Emergency and Trauma (NET) research team.

  95. "Promoting a research culture in emergency medicine is essential”: Meet Mary Dawood, consultant nurse emergency medicine

    Emergency care is a vital part of what we do at Imperial College Healthcare, through both our emergency department and major trauma centre. Here, Mary explains the importance of research to this and the joy she feels supporting our emergency nurses…

  96. 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…

  97. Improving our estate

    We are planning to invest £115m across our five hospitals in 2025/26 to reduce estate risks and improve experience in response to redevelopment delays.

  98. Patient privacy notice

    Collecting, using and keeping your information secure

  99. 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…

  100. New NHS centre in Wembley aims to bring down waiting times and help tackle health inequalities

    The second of three community diagnostic centres for north west London was officially opened in Wembley yesterday, Thursday 1 February 2024.

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