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Trust Mary Seacole Scholar publishes report about experience of minority ethnic nursing associates
A new report explores the experiences of a group of nursing associate staff from minority ethnic backgrounds and proposes improvements to help maximise potential.A new report explores the experiences of a group of nursing associate staff from minority ethnic backgrounds and proposes improvements to help maximise potential.
Royal Philharmonic Society Award win for ENO Breathe programme supporting patients recovering from Covid-19
The ENO Breathe programme, developed in partnership with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, has won the Royal Philharmonic Society’s (RPS) 2021 Impact Award.The ENO Breathe programme, developed in partnership with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, has won the Royal Philharmonic Society’s (RPS) 2021 Impact Award.
NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre launches new framework to improve equality, diversity and inclusion in research
The BRC has committed to a new framework that will underpin its work and help improve equality of access to research opportunities for both research staff and study participants.The BRC has committed to a new framework that will underpin its work and help improve equality of access to research opportunities for both research staff and…
A focus on our commitment to reduce carbon emissions to coincide with COP26
While attention turns to COP26, we want to highlight the advances we are helping to achieve locally to reduce our own impact on the environment.While attention turns to COP26, we want to highlight the advances we are helping to achieve locally to reduce our own impact on the environment.
Trust carries out world-first non-invasive procedure to safely treat twin pregnancy complications
Doctors at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea hospital have completed a world first procedure to safely treat a pair of twins in the womb with a rare condition.Doctors at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea hospital have completed a world first procedure to safely treat a pair of twins in the womb with a rare condition.
How does co-location power life sciences innovation? 'Better hospitals' seminar available to watch
In our third ‘Better hospitals’ seminar we discussed how hospitals, patients, healthcare innovators, researchers, and business work best together to tackle the major causes of disease and drive economic growth.In our third ‘Better hospitals’ seminar we discussed how hospitals, patients, healthcare innovators, researchers, and business work best together to tackle the major causes of disease…
Trust prepares for second winter with Covid-19
Plans are in place to ensure we continue to provide high quality care for all our patients as we head into the autumn and winter while still responding to Covid-19.Plans are in place to ensure we continue to provide high quality care for all our patients as we head into the autumn and winter while…
NHS inform – for everyday questions about health
Finding the right health and care information can make a real difference to how people manage their wellbeing. Making information accessible, quality assured and up to date helps people to make positive choices. NHS inform (www.nhsinform.scot) is Scotland’s dedicated resource offering up-to-date facts on health, services and campaigns. It also has a wealth of information…
ENO Breathe shortlisted for 2021 Royal Philharmonic Society Awards
The English National Opera’s ENO Breathe programme has been shortlisted for the Royal Philharmonic Society’s (RPS) 2021 Impact Award.The English National Opera’s ENO Breathe programme has been shortlisted for the Royal Philharmonic Society’s (RPS) 2021 Impact Award.
Trust teams up with Chelsea Foundation and Imperial Health Charity to improve community health
A new partnership with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Chelsea Foundation has been announced, to improve the health and wellbeing of communities in north west LondonA new partnership with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Chelsea Foundation has been announced, to improve the health and wellbeing of communities in north west London
Real world data analysis provides critical insight on vaccination programme and supports evidence that single dose reduces infection
Analysis of north west London data from the beginning of the national Covid-19 vaccination programme has further supported the evidence that a single dose of the Covid-19 vaccine is effective in reducing infection with coronavirus for up to 60 days after vaccination.Analysis of north west London data from the beginning of the national Covid-19 vaccination…
Key milestone for the redevelopment of St Marys Hospital
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has formally submitted its strategic outline case for the redevelopment of St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington.Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has formally submitted its strategic outline case for the redevelopment of St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington.
Trust staff receive academic promotions at Imperial College London
Trust staff members have been promoted as part of the latest round of academic promotions at Imperial College London.Trust staff members have been promoted as part of the latest round of academic promotions at Imperial College London.
Imperial College Healthcare to join pioneering study to improve prostate cancer diagnosis using AI
Imperial College Healthcare is joining a new study which will look at a new AI technology to help reduce diagnostic errors and speed up diagnosis of prostate cancer.Imperial College Healthcare is joining a new study which will look at a new AI technology to help reduce diagnostic errors and speed up diagnosis of prostate cancer.
Device enables people with arm disabilities following a stroke to do more physical training
New study shows a rehabilitation device can increase arm exercise in stroke patients to aid their recovery, without the need for supervision in hospital by a therapist.New study shows a rehabilitation device can increase arm exercise in stroke patients to aid their recovery, without the need for supervision in hospital by a therapist.
New blood test could help doctors identify viral infections more easily
Clinical researchers from the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) have developed a new test which could help doctors to more easily distinguish what kind of infection a patient may have and prescribe effective treatments more quickly.Clinical researchers from the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) have developed a new test which could help doctors…
Blood thinners improve outcomes in 'moderately ill' Covid-19 patients
Treating Covid-19 patients who are not critically ill with blood thinning drugs helps reduce the need for organ support and critical care, a recently published study has found.Treating Covid-19 patients who are not critically ill with blood thinning drugs helps reduce the need for organ support and critical care, a recently published study has found.
Trust seeks feedback on proposal to improve specialist infectious diseases inpatients care
Patients, carers, service user groups and other stakeholders are being asked for their views on the proposal to move Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s specialist infectious diseases inpatients service.Patients, carers, service user groups and other stakeholders are being asked for their views on the proposal to move Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s specialist infectious diseases…
Blood clots in those with severe Covid-19 may be related to abnormal antibody response
A new study of cells provides support and scientific validation for the MATIS clinical trial, led by Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.A new study of cells provides support and scientific validation for the MATIS clinical trial, led by Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
A single chair for north west London's acute trusts to support more collaborative working
The north west London NHS has agreed to appoint a single chair for its four acute trusts.The north west London NHS has agreed to appoint a single chair for its four acute trusts.
New national organ donation and transplantation plan for Greece led by Trust consultant
A landmark report for a new national organ donation and transplantation plan in Greece has been accepted.A landmark report for a new national organ donation and transplantation plan in Greece has been accepted.
Latest REACT-2 study findings show that almost all double vaccinated people in England have antibodies to coronavirus
New findings from the REACT-2 study, a major coronavirus antibody surveillance survey, have shown the impact of England’s vaccination programme on antibodies in the population.New findings from the REACT-2 study, a major coronavirus antibody surveillance survey, have shown the impact of England’s vaccination programme on antibodies in the population.
Trust celebrates first ever Gratitude Festival to thank staff
This week marks our first ever Gratitude Festival – a week-long celebration dedicated to thanking all our 14,000 staff.This week marks our first ever Gratitude Festival – a week-long celebration dedicated to thanking all our 14,000 staff.
Results from the Imperial vaccine trial suggest new Covid-19 vaccine technology is safe in humans
The first trial of a new Covid-19 vaccine technology has shown no short-term safety concerns.The first trial of a new Covid-19 vaccine technology has shown no short-term safety concerns.
Imperial College Healthcare appoints new chief operating officer
Claire Hook has been appointed to the reintroduced role of chief operating officer.Claire Hook has been appointed to the reintroduced role of chief operating officer.
Three brain responses linked to successful weight loss surgery
Three types of brain responses which help to prevent weight regain following bariatric surgery have been identified for the first time in a new study.Three types of brain responses which help to prevent weight regain following bariatric surgery have been identified for the first time in a new study.
Consultant ear nose and throat surgeon recognised as one of Top 50 Women in Engineering
Miss Catherine Rennie, consultant ear nose and throat (ENT) surgeon, has been recognised in this year’s Top 50 Women in Engineering list.Miss Catherine Rennie, consultant ear nose and throat (ENT) surgeon, has been recognised in this year’s Top 50 Women in Engineering list.
Corticosteroids may be an effective treatment for Covid-19 complications in children
An international study has shown that corticosteroids may be an effective treatment for children who develop a rare but serious condition after Covid-19 infection.An international study has shown that corticosteroids may be an effective treatment for children who develop a rare but serious condition after Covid-19 infection.
Artificial intelligence breast cancer screening project wins government funding for NHS trial
UK researchers have secured government funding to study the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for breast cancer screening in NHS hospitals.UK researchers have secured government funding to study the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for breast cancer screening in NHS hospitals.
Trust pilots remote monitoring for heart failure patients
Imperial College Healthcare is working with remote healthcare provider, Luscii, to pilot an at-home monitoring system for patients with heart failure.Imperial College Healthcare is working with remote healthcare provider, Luscii, to pilot an at-home monitoring system for patients with heart failure.
Dr James Price appointed as director of infection prevention and control
Dr James Price appointed as director of infection prevention and control taking over from Professor Alison Holmes after 15 years in post.Dr James Price appointed as director of infection prevention and control taking over from Professor Alison Holmes after 15 years in post.
Imperial College Healthcare wins at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea Foundation, the charity of Chelsea football club, invited key workers from three NHS trusts in north-west London to compete in a tournament at Stamford Bridge.Chelsea Foundation, the charity of Chelsea football club, invited key workers from three NHS trusts in north-west London to compete in a tournament at Stamford Bridge.
New series to put Trust research in focus
To coincide with International Clinical Trials Day 2021, Imperial College Healthcare is launching a new video series that will shine a spotlight on the Trust’s role in vital clinical research.To coincide with International Clinical Trials Day 2021, Imperial College Healthcare is launching a new video series that will shine a spotlight on the Trust’s role…
How Imperials clinical researchers rose to the challenge of vaccine trials
Ellyw Evans from Imperial College London’s faculty of medicine speaks to staff from Imperial’s Clinical Research Facility about how they adapted their work during the pandemic to deliver several Covid-19 vaccine trials.Ellyw Evans from Imperial College London’s faculty of medicine speaks to staff from Imperial’s Clinical Research Facility about how they adapted their work during…
Trust joins UK Heath Data Research Alliance
The Trust is one of four new organisations to join the UK Health Data Research Alliance, which works to create a unified approach to the use of health data across the UK.The Trust is one of four new organisations to join the UK Health Data Research Alliance, which works to create a unified approach to…
Trust Green Plan launches today, boosted by £26.9 million decarbonisation grant
Imperial College Healthcare today launches an ambitious ‘Green Plan’, setting out its response to the challenges of climate change.Imperial College Healthcare today launches an ambitious ‘Green Plan’, setting out its response to the challenges of climate change.
Matron receives chief nursing officer for England gold award
Winny Thomas has been awarded the chief nursing officer for England’s gold award for nursing excellence in recognition of her lifetime of achievement in nursing.Winny Thomas has been awarded the chief nursing officer for England’s gold award for nursing excellence in recognition of her lifetime of achievement in nursing.
Reproductive health researcher named as Dean of the NIHR Academy
Professor Waljit Dhillo has been appointed as the new Dean of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Academy.Professor Waljit Dhillo has been appointed as the new Dean of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Academy.
How green is your hospital? 'Better hospitals' seminar available to watch
In our second ‘Better hospitals’ seminar we discuss what new, super-sustainable hospitals could look like and what the NHS can do now to help reduce the health impact of climate change.In our second ‘Better hospitals’ seminar we discuss what new, super-sustainable hospitals could look like and what the NHS can do now to help reduce…
Cleaners, porters and catering staff to continue to be directly employed
All cleaners, porters and catering staff will continue to be directly employed by the Trust following an evaluation of ‘in-house’ arrangements put in place on 1 April 2020.All cleaners, porters and catering staff will continue to be directly employed by the Trust following an evaluation of ‘in-house’ arrangements put in place on 1 April 2020.
Bob Alexander announced as interim chair
Bob Alexander is to take on the role of interim chair from 1 April 2021, taking over from Paula Vennells who is standing down as chair at the end of March.Bob Alexander is to take on the role of interim chair from 1 April 2021, taking over from Paula Vennells who is standing down as…
More than 500,000 Covid-19 tests processed by North West London Pathology
North West London Pathology has reached the milestone of processing more than half a million Covid-19 PCR tests, providing vital information to help keep our hospitals and communities safe.North West London Pathology has reached the milestone of processing more than half a million Covid-19 PCR tests, providing vital information to help keep our hospitals and…
Our Covid-19 response – one year on
Today (23 March) marks one year since the first nationwide Covid-19 lockdown began.Today (23 March) marks one year since the first nationwide Covid-19 lockdown began.
New large vaccination centre launches at the Novotel London West in Hammersmith
The NHS in North West London is continuing the roll out of the Covid-19 vaccine programme with a new large vaccination centre opening at the Novotel hotel London West in Hammersmith.The NHS in North West London is continuing the roll out of the Covid-19 vaccine programme with a new large vaccination centre opening at the…
New Heart Disease Guideline Published
A new SIGN Guideline, SIGN 149: Risk estimation and the prevention of cardiovascular disease, was published on 26th July. The guideline provides recommendations on estimation of cardiovascular risk and interventions to reduce this risk in people with and without established CVD. It covers: Adopting a Mediterranean diet, rich in extra virgin olive oil and/or unsalted…
New Cardiac Rehab Guideline Published
A new SIGN Guideline, SIGN 150: Cardiac rehabilitation, was published on 26th July. This guideline provides evidence-based recommendations and best practice guidance on the delivery of cardiac rehabilitation. It includes: Recommendations on assessment Health behaviour change techniques Lifestyle risk factor management Psychosocial health Vocational rehabilitation Medical risk management The full Guideline is available to download…
Cardiac Rehab Guidance – Patient Version
On Monday 25 September 2017, SIGN (Scottish Intercollegiate Guideline Network) published the patient information booklet – Cardiac Rehab. This is the third booklet in the series of six covering conditions within the topic of Coronary Heart Disease. The booklet explains the recommendations in the SIGN clinical guideline about: getting referred and assessed for cardiac rehab,…
NHSScotland 70th Anniversary
On 5 July 2018, the NHS will celebrate its 70th Anniversary. NHSScotland and the Scottish Government will be working with a wide range of partners to celebrate 70 years of the NHS in Scotland. We want everyone to get involved – from patients and the public to NHS Boards, our partners in health and social…
Chief Executive’s Annual Report 2017/18
Paul Gray, Chief Executive of NHS Scotland and Director-General Health and Social Care, presents his Chief Executive’s Annual Report. He outlines the achievements made during 2017/18, and describes the challenging context in which NHS Scotland continues to operate. In it, Paul pays tribute to the outstanding commitment of all NHS Scotland staff, and to the…
NHS Scotland Event
The NHS Scotland Event is the leading health Event in Scotland. The Event continues to be the ‘premier meeting place’ for those committed to providing sustainable high quality health and social care services for the people of Scotland. Every year, the Event provides the opportunity for those working in and with the NHS in Scotland…
Our Health Heroes awards 2019
Our Health Heroes awards is a UK-wide campaign dedicated to celebrating, recognising and saying ‘thank-you’ to the thousands of unsung heroes who work in the NHS, social care sector, private healthcare and specialist healthcare services throughout the UK. The awards are run by Skills for Health, a national charity dedicated to supporting the health and…
NHS Scotland Event 2019 Resources
All resources from the NHS Scotland Event 2019 are now available on the website. This includes filmed footage of all the Plenary and Mini Plenary Sessions, presentations from the Parallel and Spotlight Sessions, speaker interviews and a highlights film, as well as all the posters that were on display at the Event. To find out…
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
If you have concerns about Coronavirus (COVID-19) and are worried about symptoms, you must stay home and call your GP or NHS 24 (111) out of hours where you will receive help. Up to date information and advice about how we can all help to prevent the spread of Coronavirus can be found at: http://www.nhsinform.scot/coronavirus…
Help us test our new tech!
We’re developing new ways to make content on the web more accessible and more engaging and would like you to help us. We’d like your feedback on a conversational AI system that we’ve been developing. It looks through some of the advice and content that’s available in Scotland on Covid-19 and turns that content into…
Remembering Pedro Barte
Pedro Barte, a registered nurse who worked at Charing Cross Hospital, died in January 2021.
Cancellation of Trust board meeting
Due to the current urgent priority of the NHS response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Trust board’s meeting which was due to be held today has been cancelled.
English National Opera's singing programme for people recovering from Covid-19 rolls out nationally
The ENO Breathe programme for Covid-19 patients is developed in collaboration with Imperial College Healthcare and will be rolled out nationally.
Research shows damage to the heart in some Covid-19 patients discharged from hospital
Study shows that some patients discharged from hospital following severe Covid-19 have evidence of damage to their heart.
Trust supports new community vaccination centre
The NHS in North West London has opened a new large vaccination centre on Edgware Road. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is running the centre as part of a collaborative effort with Westminster City Council and etc venues.
NW SuppoRTT Update Webinar – August 2020
These are the presentations from the NW SuppoRTT Update webinar on 7th August 2020.
SuppoRTT for Shielding Trainees
The SuppoRTT for Shielding Trainees Advisory Group (S-STAG) have developed the following resources for trainees who have been shielding due to COVID-19, and their trainers / supervisors.
Individualised Action Panner
This planner can be used throughout the 3 stages of an absence from training.
NW SuppoRTT Update Webinar – June 2020
These are the presentations from the first NW SuppoRTT Update webinar on 4th June 2020 as well as a summary of the Q&A session.
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Interactive Webinar
These are the follow up resources for the webinar held on 4th June 2020.
AoMRC Pre-Absence Planning Recommended Questions
These are the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges’ (AoMRC) recommended questions and actions when planning an absence to practice. These have been taken from their Return to Practice Guidance (2017) which should be used during the SuppoRTT Pre-Absence meeting.
AoMRC Pre-Return Planning Recommended Questions
These are the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges’ (AoMRC) recommended questions and actions when planning a return to practice. These have been taken from their Return to Practice Guidance (2017) which should be used during the SuppoRTT Pre-Return meeting.
Careers Support Policy
Policy for Career Support in the Health Education England, North West
NW KIT Event Presentations January 2020
These presentations were delivered during the seminars at the NW KIT Event on 22nd January 2020 at St Helens R.F.C. The event was for trainees who are currently taking time out of training.
Annual North West Postgraduate Medical & Dental – Education & Leadership Conference, 19th September 2019 | Haydock Racecourse
You can find presentations and resources from our 2019 Conference on this page; we hope you find them useful. If you have any queries, or would like to go onto our conference and events mailing list, please contact facultydevelopment.nw@hee.nhs.uk
Enhancing Supervision for Postgraduate Doctors in Training
An augmented version of the report.
NW SuppoRTT Guidance
The purpose of the Supported Return to Training (SuppoRTT) Guidance is to enhance the experience of doctors returning to clinical practice, enabling them to regain their confidence and previously required skills quickly and safely, significantly benefiting patient safety and quality of care.
Spring Educators Training and Development Event 2019
On this page you can access presentations and resources from the 2019 Spring Educators Training and Development Event, which took place at Lancaster House Hotel on 22nd and 23rd May 2019.
NW KIT Event Presentations – June 2019
These presentations were delivered during the seminars at the NW KIT Event on 12th June 2019 at St Helens R.F.C. The event was for trainees who are currently taking time out of training.
Senior Educators Induction
These slides have generic information on HEE (NW): its structures, schools, processes and links. They are for the induction of senior educators joining HEE (NW), including DDs, ADs, HoS, TPDs, DMEs, FPDs, etc. Supplementary material can be added depending on recipient and role. If you would like a copy of the PowerPoint version of this…
1. Leadership Conversations
This resource pack is designed to support developmental conversations about leadership between trainees and supervisors in postgraduate training. The pack is based on the nine dimensions of the Healthcare Leadership Model (HLM), and it can be used in its entirety or to complement existing leadership or management training programmes.
Annual North West Postgraduate Medical & Dental – Education & Leadership Conference, 21st September 2018 | Haydock Racecourse
Thank you for attending our conference, we hope you enjoyed the day and benefited from the experience. Available below are content and resources from the conference, please keep checking this page as we have more to add. Workshop H, David McDonnell – An introduction to Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and its use in education, did not…
Advanced Communication Skills – Reading List
Below is our list of the most important books in the literature of the consultation. However it is a very personal list and you will not need to have read a single word of any of these to gain value form the course.
17th Ottowa Conference Report
Dr Jane Mamelok, Deputy Dean for Primary Medical Care and Public Health, attended and presented at the 17th Ottawa Conference on 19th – 23rd March 2016 in Perth, Western Australia. This report lays out the key learning from the event.
6th Annual North West Medical Leadership Conference (2016)
On Friday 4th March 2016 the 6th Annual North West Medical Leadership conference took place at the Macron Stadium in snowy Bolton. Resources from the day include the brochure, videos of the speakers and presentations from the workshops. Speakers: Professor Jacky Hayden Dean of Postgraduate Medical Studies, Health Education England (North West) Brigadier Kevin…
An overview of leadership and recommended resources – Dr Rebecca Baron
Dr Rebecca Baron, Associate Postgraduate Dean for GP at Health Education England (North West Office) presented an overview of leadership at the North West Medical Leadership School meeting in December 2015. The presentation also includes some recommended resources.
An Introduction to the Resilience Resources
We all need resilience in our clinical work. There is increasing evidence that this is something we can learn and develop. The links provided within this section provide a range of resources – books, YouTube vidoes and articles. They also include an on-line questionnaire that helps you assess your own resilience, and give you ideas…
Resilience Questionnaire
Complete a resilience questionnaire to assess your own resilience here: https://www.testyourrq.com/. It gives you an assessment of your own resilience quotient based on the following 5 areas:
After its roaring success our Financial Advice partners, Chase De Vere, will be hosting another Virtual Drop-in Clinic for financial planning.
This is a fantastic exclusive benefit offered to MP Locums doctors and allows them the chance to have any financial planning, NHS pension scheme, savings, insurance questions answered.
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In November 2020, HMRC launched their ‘Tax avoidance - don’t get caught out’ campaign.
It is aimed at helping contractors, agency workers and those working through umbrella companies to understand how they are being paid and ensure they are not involved in tax avoidance.
Please use the below link to read more, it would be extremely helpful if you could share the below campaign page with any locum colleagues to ensure the word gets out.
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To start off our 2022 we have looked back at some of the fantastic #TestimonialTuesday responses we had throughout 2021 from our doctors.
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The Home Office has announced a permanent system of digital right to work checks for April.
We are delighted that the digital system for checking someone’s right to work in the UK will be a permanent fixture from April 2022.
This system is quicker and easier, reducing the time it takes to get candidates into work while increasing levels of compliance and helping to keep staff safe during the pandemic.
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Our independent financial advice partners, Chase De Vere, are well known for the support they offer to the medical profession.
Throughout January they will be hosting a series of Money Matters webinars. These will be presented by their experts and they will be discussing some of the key issues they see affecting doctors' personal finances.
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