Simple Steps To Reduce The Spread Of Infection The Hillingdon Hospitals' podcast

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We have started using digital consent for procedures in our hospitals, using a system called Concentric. Concentric is a clinically-led application, with a proven track record, that seamlessly integrates with other digital systems to provide the patient and the Trust with an online record of consent. Patients can be confident that they have been given all the necessary information they need, in advance of their treatment. The consent can then be shared to their NHS app and on the NHS patient care systems for complete clarity. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Co-Designing the Future of Stroke Rehabilitation 7:42

14 days ago7:42

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In this podcast, Heraldas Gaspariunas, Co-founder and COO at Reneural, is joined by Dr Gabriella Spinelli, Reader in Healthcare Design and Innovation at the Brunel Design School, part of the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences at Brunel University of London and Director of RADIANT CERSI, a centre for regulatory science and innovation in digital health and healthcare AI. The conversation focuses on a new collaboration between Reneural, The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and Brunel University London, supported by NHS England through the New Hospital Programme. Together, the partners are developing a clinician dashboard that works alongside Reneural’s virtual reality rehabilitation platform. The goal is to support occupational therapists and physiotherapists in delivering more effective remote care for stroke survivors. Gabriella shares her insights on the importance of academic research in shaping digital health solutions and the value of collaboration between universities, the NHS, and industry. The discussion also touches on how projects like this can support faster adoption of innovation within the NHS and improve patient outcomes through thoughtful, research-driven design. This episode highlights the potential of partnerships to bring meaningful change to stroke care and digital health across the system. Speakers: Heraldas Gaspariunas, Co-founder and COO at Reneural Dr Gabriella Spinelli, Reader in Healthcare Design and Innovation, Brunel University of London Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Learning at Work Week (12-16 May) 11:52

21 days ago11:52

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We will be hosting Learning at Work Week from Monday 12-Friday 16 May, in this podcast we talk about what the week means and the events we are holding. This national campaign champions lifelong learning and is an ideal opportunity for you to find out more about the various learning and development opportunities available in the Trust for you and your team. This year's national theme, "Get Connected," underscores the importance of fostering connections to enhance our learning experiences. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Working with Reneural on a virtual reality solution for stroke rehabilitation 10:21

8 weeks ago10:21

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We are working in collaboration with Reneural and Brunel University to develop an innovative tool for stroke rehabilitation. With funding from the New Hospital Programme, we are undertaking a pivotal initiative aiming to transform stroke rehabilitation through a clinician dashboard that enhances remote interaction, treatment, and monitoring for stroke survivors. This project directly supports occupational therapists and physiotherapists by providing a digital platform integrated with Reneural’s Virtual Reality rehabilitation system. Victor Harabari (CEO of Reneural) discusses the project and the development. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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New online Learning Hub for our staff 3:34

9 weeks ago3:34

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Debora Lopez, project manager, talks about our move to a new learning hub. We will soon be moving to a new Learner Management System called LearningHub. This system will be rolled out across the Acute Provider Collaborative, providing a more efficient and user-friendly training tool for staff. The LearningHub will hold all your mandatory and essential training (your training record will be moved from iDevelop). Staff can access all learning materials, book face-to-face training, and interact with guides and videos, all in one place, as well as viewing better insights into staff learning and development, enabling more targeted support for training. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Cyber security best practices, maintaining systems and supporting staff 13:07

10 weeks ago13:07

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Nasser Arif, our cyber security manager, shares best practices around cyber security, including key considerations for NHS organisations in their approach to cyber security. There is extensive work in our Cyber Team, which constantly assesses cyber security maturity, good cyber security practice, and how to support staff in staying safe online. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Hillingdon Hearts - the new staff recognition scheme 5:47

11 weeks ago5:47

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Launching on Thursday 20 March (International Day of Happiness), a new recognition scheme called 'Hillingdon Hearts' will be an easy way for staff to send a message of gratitude to a colleague. Everyone will get five hearts a month to give away, and when someone gets five hearts they will be invited to a recognition breakfast with the CEO, Lesley Watts. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Help to prevent the spread of norovirus 6:29

12 weeks ago6:29

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Sarah Burton, chief nurse, and Toko Kadhani, head of infection, prevention and control, discuss the increase in norovirus in our hospitals and how we can all help to prevent the spread. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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International Women's Day and how we're celebrating it 7:46

13 weeks ago7:46

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Kavita Goreeba (Chair for our Women's Network) and Rana Erteza (Deputy Chair for our Women’s Network) chat in this podcast about this year's International Women’s Day, what it means to our staff, and how we are celebrating it in the Trust. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This year's theme is 'Accelerate Action' - calls for action that can unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all and a feminist future where no one is left behind. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Networking with like-minded colleagues 11:58

14 weeks ago11:58

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Cynthia Oji, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead in the Trust discusses our staff networks in the Trust. Our mission is to make our workplace as inclusive as possible, as well as being a place where staff can meet like-minded colleagues. Cynthia explains why we have staff networks, how people can get involved, as well as some leadership roles that we're looking for in the LGBTQ+ Network and the Multicultural Network. Want to start a new network? listen on to find out more about that too! as well as some network events coming up. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Tackling health inequalities 6:24

15 weeks ago6:24

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Join Loretta Achiekwelu, operations programme manager from Hillingdon Hospitals Trust, in the podcast where she chats about health inequalities. The NHS has recognised that certain groups of people experience poorer health outcomes or face barriers to accessing services compared to others. Tackling these inequalities involves addressing the root causes of these disparities and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background, has fair and equitable access to high-quality care. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Our Freedom to Speak Up Month 9:41

17 weeks ago9:41

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This February, we are holding our Freedom to Speak Up Month, during which we have a number of events. Our Freedom to Speak Up service runs throughout the year, allowing staff to raise any concern in a number of ways, including anonymously should you wish. Your concerns will be listened to confidentially; investigated in line with good practice and will receive timely feedback on actions, progress and outcomes. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Co-pilot trial integrating AI into our working life 5:28

17 weeks ago5:28

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Natasha Rashid, corporate applications analyst, talks us through a new co-pilot trial in our Hillingdon Hospitals and London North West Hospitals Trust. With 950 users across the Trusts, the project is testing how corporate staff can use co-pilot AI to assist them in daily tasks and the possible future utilisation of this software into working life. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Recognition for our volunteer work in ophthalmology 8:13

18 weeks ago8:13

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Noel Burkett, our director of transformation, improvement and programme management, recently attended a meeting at the House of Commons hosted by Anne Dixon MP (Lab, Shipley) on the subject of ‘Unlocking the Power of Volunteering’. At this event, our Trust received special recognition for work we have done with the Hillingdon-based care partnership, H4All, on a scheme for checking in on people waiting for ophthalmology appointments - with the aim of reducing DNA rates (the rates of patients that Do Not Attend). Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Wellbeing during winter months 6:49

19 weeks ago6:49

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Our topic today is part of our wellbeing podcast series, where we dive into meaningful conversations and tackle topics that impact our daily lives. Elaine Hotson, our Trust Health and Wellbeing Lead, discusses Blue Monday, often considered the most depressing day of the year. Falling on the third Monday of January, Blue Monday is said to combine post-holiday blues, the cold weather, and financial stress with waning New Year's resolutions. But is it just a marketing myth? or is there some truth behind it? Let’s face it, the first few days of January never really feel like a new start. Many of us are just getting over the festive fog, counting down to our next payday. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Simple steps to reduce the spread of infection 8:37

23 weeks ago8:37

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In the podcast edition, Toko Kadhani, head of nursing for infection prevention and control, tells us how best to stay safe from norovirus, C.diff and respiratory infections, both in hospital and in the community. With increased infection rates to previous years, it's important for both staff and the public to stay vigilant and follow the guidelines to preventing the spread of infection. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Support at Christmas for our staff and the public 6:58

24 weeks ago6:58

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Christmas can be a time of joy, but it can also, for many, feel like a time of anxiety and even solitude. It's easy to feel stress at a time of financial strain, more prevalent illness and NHS winter pressures at work. Our lead for health and wellbeing, Elaine Hotson, talks us through the support that is available to everyone over the festive period. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Equality, diversity and inclusion priorities, including staff networks 22:37

26 weeks ago22:37

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A conversation between Patricia Wright, CEO, and Phil Spivey, chief people officer, discussing our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in initiatives, what we are offering, our EDI action plan, and the importance of staff networks for the Trust. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Staff Survey: You said we did 7:30

27 weeks ago7:30

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Elaine Hotson, Health and Wellbeing Lead, talks to Mo Holas about the Staff Survey and the impact that your responses can make. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

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Our well-led programme 1:09:27

29 weeks ago1:09:27

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Patricia Wright, CEO, and Matthew Swindells, chair in common, discuss our Well-Led programme in this podcast edition. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

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Mental health support for our staff 12:06

31 weeks ago12:06

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In this episode Elaine Hotson, health and wellbeing lead, talks to Dr Phil Pocock – Clinical Psychologist at CNWL Psychology Service and Dr Chloe Schneider - Clinical Lead at Keeping Well North West London. They talk about their roles, what support they offer our staff, how staff can access that support. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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A new course for staff: Use of ultrasound and nerve blockade 5:41

32 weeks ago5:41

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In this podcast we talk to Shveta Kajal, consultant anaesthetist, and Ritu Gupta, consultant anaestetist and director of medical education. They are discussing their roles and their team, with details of a new course that they have created for staff: Use of ultrasound and nerve blockade. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Why be a Specialty & Associate Specialist (SAS) doctor? 10:13

33 weeks ago10:13

10:13

This podcast is part of the Specialty and Associate Specialist (SAS) Week celebration activities on 14 - 18 October, discussing various issues relating SAS doctors. In this podcast Dr Agnes Ngassa, A&E Associate Specialist interviews Dr Athalyn Tizon A&E speciality doctor, about this topic: Why be a Specialty & Associate Specialist (SAS) doctor? The topics are: Why pursue a career as an SAS doctor in A&E? Key challenges faced as an SAS doctor and how to manage them while maintaining patient care standards As BMA doctor representative from Hillingdon Hospital Advice to junior doctors considering the SAS route, particularly A&E Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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SAS Week: Interview with Dr. Immad Qureshi, Chair of EMSAS at the Royal College of Emergency Medicine 27:35

33 weeks ago27:35

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SAS Week: Interview with Dr. Immad Qureshi, Chair of EMSAS at the Royal College of Emergency Medicine In this podcast, Dr Agnes Ngassa, associate specialist in the Emergency Department at Hillingdon Hospital talks to Dr Immad Qureshi, EMSAS Chair at the Royal College of Emergency Medicine. They have a conversation about Specialty & Associate Specialist (SAS), what it is, its importance, career paths, challenges and professional development. This podcast is part of the Specialty and Associate Specialist (SAS) Week celebration activities on 14 - 18 October, discussing various issues relating SAS doctors. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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World Mental Health Day (in the workplace) 8:21

34 weeks ago8:21

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On World Mental Health Day, let’s all come together to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. Talking about our mental health can help us cope better with life’s ups and downs. In this episode Elaine Hotson, health and wellbeing lead, talks to Phil Spivey, chief people officer, about supporting our staff with their mental health. World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on 10 October. This year’s theme is workplace mental health . The theme highlights the importance of addressing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, for the benefit of people, organisations, and communities. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Black History Month - Reclaiming Narratives 5:48

35 weeks ago5:48

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We also have a special edition podcast for you, with Phil Spivey (chief people officer), Paula Lewis (Freedom to Speak Up Guardian), and Elaine Hotson, health and wellbeing lead. They are discussing what Black History Month is about, plus the events we have for the month of October. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Implementing Martha's Rule 10:02

35 weeks ago10:02

10:02

Martha’s Rule is being implemented to give patients, families, carers and staff round-the-clock access to a rapid review from a separate care team if they are worried about a person’s condition. Jide Menakaya, consultant paediatrician, talks to Jessamie Hockings about the project. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Podcast on National Inclusion Week 23-27 September 6:02

37 weeks ago6:02

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National Inclusion Week events (23-27 Sept) National Inclusion Week is a significant time for organisations across the UK to focus on creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels they belong. This year’s theme is “Impact Matters”, which emphasises the importance of the actions we take and the difference they make at our Trust in fostering an inclusive environment and aligns perfectly with our ongoing work in EDI too. We have lots of events lined up during the week to highlight the important work being done around equality, diversity and inclusion, and how you can get involved. Everyone is welcome, we hope to see you at the events, and look forward to listening and learning from our staff. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Women's Network Event with MacMillan Team 4:53

37 weeks ago4:53

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Kavita Goreeba, antenatal lead midwife talk about the upcoming joint Women's Network and Macmillian event on 26 September (12 - 2pm) in the Education Centre. Guest speakers are Fiona Hussey (Mcmillian Support Manager, Phil Pocock (Clinical Psychologist and Elaine Hotson (Health and Wellbeing). Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Special podcast edition: Staff Awards winners 2024 10:02

38 weeks ago10:02

10:02

We celebrated a wonderful evening of staff awards, with winners announced in an exciting ceremony. Listen online for the winners, hearing from the staff who nominated them. There were nearly 300 nominations for our awards, over eight different categories – a record number. This reflects the amazing work that our staff do every day. Five of the categories reflect the core CARES values that our staff live by every day. Staff could also be nominated for a CEO’s Award for Dedication and Achievement, or a Board Award. This year there is also an additional ‘Public Nomination Award’ to reflect the praise and appreciation we receive from the community we serve. This year's award categories this year are: CARES Award: Communication CARES Award: Attitude CARES Award: Responsibility CARES Award: Equity CARES Award: Safety CEO’s Award for Dedication and Achievement - to recognise outstanding contributions made by a member of staff who has served more than 15 years in the Trust Board Award - for people or a team exemplifying ‘I am the Change’, innovation or who have introduced new initiatives to the workplace. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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How can we celebrate our staff? 5:58

39 weeks ago5:58

5:58

We are proud of the care our staff and services provide. In order to continue providing excellent care, we want to celebrate and recognise the things our staff do well. We have our Staff Awards evening coming up on 5 September, where will be celebrating the staff who have won an award in one of eight categories – Communications, Attitude, Responsibility, Equity and Safety. As well as a CEO’s Award, Board Award and a new Public Nomination Award where staff were nominated by a member of the public. But there are other ways to celebrate staff, both from staff and patients, listen to find out more. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Supporting our staff - what does 'zero tolerance' actually mean? 13:19

41 weeks ago13:19

13:19

In this week's episode we talk about how the recent riots that took place across the UK have impacted colleagues, how the Trust can provide support, what 'zero tolerance' means in practice, and what to do if you ever experience any form of abuse in the workplace. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Could Self-Rostering be the solution to preventing burnout? 8:50

42 weeks ago8:50

8:50

In this week's episode we speak to doctors Sabrina Waheed and Anna Burford about trialling self-rostering, and whether giving doctors greater control over their shifts can help with work life balance, morale, and wellbeing. Tune in to find out more. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Improved outcomes for resuscitation 7:05

43 weeks ago7:05

7:05

Talking to us in this podcast are Tara Peaks, lead nurse for resuscitation, and Laura Wilkins, resuscitation officer in Tara's team. The Resuscitation Team has recently reported on an improvement in the resuscitation outcomes in the trust, and Tara and Laura talk about the team and about this improvement. The team has recently produced a report to the Resuscitation Committee as part of National Cardiac Arrest Audit, and explain how this was done and plans for the future. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Podcast: developments in talking about and treating dementia 14:46

44 weeks ago14:46

14:46

In this week's special episode, we talk to Duncan Alston, consultant geriatrician, about Parkinson's Dementia and his work to try and improve the conversations we have with patients about the condition. Around half of people who have Parkinson's for over ten years will develop Dementia, but the cognitive aspect of this disease is not commonly discussed. In this episode we discuss what is being done to change that, pioneering work that can confirm or rule out an Alzheimer's diagnosis through lumbar puncture, and promising new drugs that are currently being assessed for use in the NHS. Tune in to find out more. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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In conversation with Head of Clinical Health Psychology Alex King 56:49

45 weeks ago56:49

56:49

What does a clinical health psychologist actually do? It's a good question and one not many people will have the correct answer to. On this podcast, we catch up with Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Head of Clinical Health Psychology at Hillingdon Hospital, Dr Alex King, to talk about his role at the Trust. Alex provides a fascinating insight into his profession and the work he and his team do with patients. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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What a 'Veteran-Aware' Trust means for staff and patients 10:45

47 weeks ago10:45

10:45

We speak to deputy chief nurse Graeme Wright about the Trust's work to become Veteran-Aware and what it means for patients and staff. He also explains the significance of the Armed Forces Covenant, which the Trust signed earlier this year, the various stages of accreditation to becoming a Veteran-Aware organisation, and what staff and patients need to know about the project. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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How to nominate a colleague for this year's staff awards 5:28

48 weeks ago5:28

5:28

We sat down with Elaine Hotson, the Trust's Health and Wellbeing Lead, to talk about plans for this year's Staff Awards and how you can help make sure our excellent staff are recognised. Tune in to find out more about the awards categories, what our judges are looking for, and how you can get involved. Nominations are open until 12 July. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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What patients can expect from Hillingdon's new rehabilitation garden 18:16

49 weeks ago18:16

18:16

We catch up with famous gardener and landscape architect Tom Stuart-Smith to talk about the new Jubilee Rehabilitation Garden at Hillingdon Hospital. Tom has overseen the project alongside colleague Max Harriman to transform the space next to the Jubilee Building and provide an oasis of calm for patients undergoing rehab. On the podcast he talks about he got involved in designing the garden, what it represents, the importance of having green spaces and what he hopes patients will take away from visiting it. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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What are ODPs? The team once dubbed the 'SAS of the NHS' 17:25

50 weeks ago17:25

17:25

Behind every operating theatre department door are a skilled group: Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs). From preparing the operating room to assisting anaesthetists in intubation, airway maintenance and ensuring the patient’s wellbeing, ODPs are critically important members of the surgical team. To find out more about what it's like to work as an ODP, we caught up with Teresa Honour and Anna Lai-Tan to talk about their experiences, perceptions of the role, daily routines and why ODPs earned the nickname 'the SAS of the NHS' during Covid. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Celebrating 'the backbone of the NHS' on Estates and Facilities Day 20:44

51 weeks ago20:44

20:44

It's almost time for Estates and Facilities Day 2024 so in the build-up to the event, we catch up with Steve Wedgwood, our Director of Operational Estates and Facilities, to talk about what people can expect from the day. Steve also talks about his near 500 strong team, why they are known as 'the backbone of the NHS' and the leadership team recently winning a Team of the Year Award. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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How can digital technologies improve healthcare? 19:25

52 weeks ago19:25

19:25

In this special episode, Adam Tocock, library services manager, speaks to Louise Cave about the chapter she authored for 'Harnessing Digital Technology and Data for Nursing Practice'. They explore how collective leadership can drive positive change and ensure everyone plays a role in shaping the future of digital technology in healthcare. They also talk about her approach to writing the chapter and a new project she working on , which explores the potential role of emerging technologies like AI. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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How have Therapies responded to staff feedback? 13:35

1 year ago13:35

13:35

We're joined by the Trust's Head of Therapies Alex Porter to find out more about what his role entails and the services Therapies offer for patients and staff. Alex also talks about what the department has done following last year's staff survey, as well as explaining some of the new measures being implemented as a result of the feedback. Interested in taking part in a future podcast and showcasing your work? Get involved by emailing thh-tr.communications@nhs.net Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Managing the dead and dealing with bereaved families' emotions 20:11

1 year ago20:11

20:11

As part of Palliative Care and Grief Awareness Month at the Trust, we catch up with Mortuary Services Manager Joanna Balchin and Bereavement Office Manager Larry Quinn. They discuss what the process of care after death looks like at the Trust, the support they provide to patients and families, managing emotions and expectations, the pressures of their jobs and plenty more. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Don't sit in silence - Top tips for staying on top of your Mental Health 15:17

1 year ago15:17

15:17

We catch up with clinical psychologist Phil Pocock and Elaine Hotson, the Trust's health, well-being and engagement lead, to talk about mental health in line with Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May). Topics up for discussion include common misconceptions, why being open and honest is so important, this year's theme for the Week which is movement, services for teams and wider groups, plus plenty more. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

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Adam Tocock speaks to BMJ 11:29

1 year ago11:29

11:29

In this week's episode, Adam Tocock, our Trust's library services manager is joined by Phil Perks, regional manager for BMJ, and Ross Whistler, head of learning and assessment products, for a chat about BMJ learning and what it has to offer for Trust staff. Tune in to hear more about some of the key features of BMJ Learning, how it can help staff prepare for assessments, and how Trust staff can access it for free. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Microsoft 365 and the new apps available to Hillingdon Hospital staff 14:49

1 year ago14:49

14:49

We catch up with Godfrey Sahayadass to learn more about Microsoft 365 and the new apps which are now available to Hillingdon Hospital staff. Godfrey, who is the Corporate Applications Service Manager, discusses a range of apps and tools, including Lists, Planner, Power Apps, Power Automate and Power Autoagents, with the aim of increasing productivity and efficiency. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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The civil engineer running a marathon for Hillingdon Hospital's neo-natal unit 9:13

1 year ago9:13

9:13

Freddie Mundy shares his incredible story on this week's podcast having been born at Hillingdon Hospital eight weeks prematurely. Freddie, who is now 29, is running the Edinburgh marathon in May to raise funds for the hospital's neo-natal unit. The civil engineer talks to us about his and his family's experience at the hospital, meeting staff years later and his preparations for the marathon in the Scottish capital. If you would like to sponsor Freddie, you can through his JustGiving fundraising page Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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The new £9.7m project providing heating and hot water to Hillingdon Hospital 15:48

1 year ago15:48

15:48

We catch up with Director of operational Estates and Facilites at the Trust, Steve Wedgwood, to talk about the new incinerator - or Energy Generation Centre as it is now known. Following a two-year project costing nearly £10m, the plant is now up and running and providing heating and hot water for patients and staff at Hillingdon Hospital. Steve discusses the story behind the project, the incineration process, what it means for patients and what the future holds ahead of the new hospital being built. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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The four stages of burnout - and how to prevent them! 1:15:43

1 year ago1:15:43

1:15:43

It's a special podcast this week from our recent Women's Network event workshop, where Leslie Gaudet talks about the importance of self-care and ways to prevent burnout. Leslie is a self-care strategist for female CEOs and their teams, and provide clients with self-care strategies for them to prevent burnout and enhance their quality of life both in their business and beyond in their personal life. The workshop goes into detail about the significance of self-care in our lives - particularly for those in high stress roles in the service based industry - and how to recognise and prevent the four stages of burnout. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Empower her: A conversation on women's health and wellbeing at the Trust 13:38

1 year ago13:38

13:38

Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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When moisture becomes a menace - identifying and preventing MASD 5:50

1 year ago5:50

5:50

Following national Moisture Associated Skin Damage Awareness (MASD) Day, we sat down with our Trust's experts, the Tissue Viability Team, to talk about MASD, risk factors, the common causes, and how we can help prevent patients from developing skin damage. Tune in to find out more. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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BMJ Best Practice's new features 17:05

1 year ago17:05

17:05

THH Library Services Manager Adam Tocock met up with Helena Delagdo Cohen, Clinical Engagement Lead at BMJ Best Practice, to hear about this point-of-care tools' many features and how it can help busy staff at the point of care or elsewhere. It's freely accessible to all Trust staff on-site via the staff intranet, or remotely via NHS OpenAthens. It's also downloadable as an app. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Everything you need to know about Ramadan 19:37

1 year ago19:37

19:37

We talk to the chair of our multicultural network, Weli Farah, all about Ramadan and the support on offer to Trust staff during this period. Weli discusses the importance of the month, fasting and what colleagues can do to support those observing Ramadan. Do you have an achievement we should be talking about? Have a story we should be discussing? Or do you want to tell us about your story with the Trust? If so, get involved in a future podcast by emailing thh-tr.communications@nhs.net Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Regional anaesthesia training in the UK – a national survey 18:15

1 year ago18:15

18:15

Join Adam Tocock, library services manager for a conversation with Dr Shveta Khajal and Dr Neil Verma about their recently published research paper, which looks at regional anaesthesia in the UK. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Report, report, report! The importance of Medication Safety Awareness Month 10:17

1 year ago10:17

10:17

February is Medication Safety Awareness Month at the Trust so to find out more about this, we chat to Sarah Abdul-Amir and Sarah Newman from the pharmacy team. The pair talk about medication safety, safeguarding measures you can take and the importance of awareness. They also explain what the 5 Rs are when it comes to medication safety. Do you have an achievement we should be talking about? Or do you want to tell us about your story with the Trust? If so, get involved in a future podcast by emailing thh-tr.communications@nhs.net Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Meet Phil Spivey - the Trust's new chief people officer 10:53

1 year ago10:53

10:53

We talk to the Trust's new chief people officer Phil Spivey about his career to date, what his position entails, his ambitions for the organisation and what his life is like away from work. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Keeping data secure in the NHS 8:55

1 year ago8:55

8:55

In this week's episode we speak to Jenny Jean -Jacques, information governance manager about our duty to protect personal data, common threats that we should consider, how to keep data secure, and what to do if a breach occurs. Tune in to find out more. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Why the Trust is changing the way it responds to patient incidents 13:30

1 year ago13:30

13:30

In this episode, we talk to Ed Cox, a patient safety specialist at the Trust, about the launch of the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) and what it all means for staff and patients. Ed explains why this new approach to responding to incidents is being taken, the background behind it and what the overall aim of the scheme is going forward. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.…

The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast

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Cancer specialist on achieving national recognition, life during Covid and the da Vinci robot 14:37

1 year ago14:37