Primary care is a key part of the way NHS Scotland delivers its services. https://practice.jobs.nhs.scot is our site for vacancies in GP practice. We have a range of vacancies for roles in practices, including practice manager and administrator roles as well as roles in the clinical team, GPs and practice nurses and more. Visit Practice Jobs…
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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…
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…
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…
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.
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
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…
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 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 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.
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.
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…
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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…
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…
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…
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.
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.
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.
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…
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 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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
Pedro Barte, a registered nurse who worked at Charing Cross Hospital, died in January 2021.
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.
The ENO Breathe programme for Covid-19 patients is developed in collaboration with Imperial College Healthcare and will be rolled out nationally.
Study shows that some patients discharged from hospital following severe Covid-19 have evidence of damage to their heart.
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.
These are the presentations from the NW SuppoRTT Update webinar on 7th August 2020.
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.
This planner can be used throughout the 3 stages of an absence from training.
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.
These are the follow up resources for the webinar held on 4th June 2020.
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.
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.
Policy for Career Support in the Health Education England, North West
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.
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
An augmented version of the report.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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…
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.
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.
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…
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.
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…
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:
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