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Maternity survey highlights confidence in staff
The results of the annual Picker Survey about maternity care have been released today. At Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust 197 women responded to the survey, with 95% stating that they […]
Pharmacies to offer drugs for minor conditions – no GP appointment needed
Patients in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (BOB) will be able to get treatment for seven common conditions at their high street pharmacy from today without needing to see a […]
Heritage and innovation: Largest and oldest spinal unit in the UK plans to raise £80k for 80 years
The National Spinal Injuries Centre (NSIC) at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, the only NHS spinal unit with a dedicated children’s ward, an Upper Limb Lab and historic paralympic roots, is celebrating […]
Trust recognised for its inclusive approach to homeless patients with TB
A Trust initiative to improve support for patients with tuberculosis (TB) who are homeless has been held up as exemplary in government guidance published by the UK health security agency […]
New anaesthetic machines upgrade operating theatres across the trust
44 new, state-of-the-art anaesthetic machines and monitors have been installed across operating theatres at Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe Hospitals, enhancing patient safety and recovery. The equipment, which is used to […]
Founder of Community Head Injuries Service honoured by British Psychological Society
Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Andy Tyerman, has won the British Psychological Society M B Shapiro Award. The award is given to clinical psychologists who have achieved eminence in the profession. Dr […]
Trust marks five years since the Purple Rose model of care was introduced
The Purple Rose End of Life Care Plan was introduced in the Trust five years ago this month. It reflects the five priorities in end of life care, as recommended […]
NSIC therapy specialists play a part in innovative new wheelchair design
Therapists at the National Spinal Injuries Centre at Stoke Mandeville Hospital have helped support a wheelchair design that promises to transform mobility. Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust National Spinal Injuries Centre […]
Draft strategy aims to transform primary care services
The Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board (BOB ICB) has published its draft Primary Care Strategy to transform general practice, community pharmacy, optometry (eye care) and dentistry. The […]
Trust volunteer chaplain, David Short made an MBE in New Year’s honours list
Trust volunteer and honorary chaplain, Dave Short, has been made a Member of the order of the British Empire (MBE) for his services to Pastoral Care and to the community […]