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REMEDY team eager to support more patients access research after regional award win
A team of researchers has set its sights on expanding its scope to support yet more patients access cutting-edge healthcare through research after recently winning a regional award. The Research in Emergency Medicine in Derby and Burton (REMEDY) team was one of three entries to this year's National Institute for Health and Care Research's (NIHR) East Midlands Clinical Research Network (CRN) Awards, and won the prize for Outstanding Achievement by a Team for their work in helping more than 3,500 patients enrol into clinical research since their formation in 2017.
Prem Singh appointed as new Trust Chair
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB) is pleased to share that Prem Singh has been appointed as its new Trust Chair.
Innovative support programme for newly qualified colleagues and students shortlisted for national award
Students and newly qualified healthcare professionals are benefitting from an extensive pre-preceptorship and preceptorship support programme at UHDB, which aims to help them feel more comfortable and confident when they take on their first role in the NHS. The pre-preceptorship programme offers students from universities across the Midlands who are seeking or are already on a placement within the Trust the chance to attend a range of sessions over a five-day period, covering the fundamentals of care as well as providing vital pastoral support.
New Electronic Patient Record system supplier confirmed
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton and Chesterfield Royal Hospital have confirmed their future electronic patient record system (EPR) will be provided by Nervecentre, after signing a joint contract last week.
Patient experience week 2024
Patient Experience Week is an internationally recognised week to raise awareness about the importance of good patient experience. Initially started by the Beryl Institute > in the US, the week is now celebrated in the UK too. UHDB is holding our own Patient Experience Week celebrations this week from 22 - 26 April, with further events planned for 29 April to 1 May to coincide with NHS England's Experience of Care Week.
Caring in the Community event returns to provide support and networking for carers for second year
The UHDB Carers Staff Network is delighted to be hosting its second Caring in the Community event - providing carers and those they care for with an opportunity to meet and network with other carers and supporting organisations from across the Midlands.
Clinical Digital team's role in digitising paper-based documentation commended by Chief Executive
Colleagues who have helped teams across the Trust to identify and streamline more than 1,000 paper-based patient records and forms and begin to transfer them to a digital format have been recognised for helping to improve patient safety. The Clinical Digital team organised and lead the Paper2Pixels events across the Trust in December 2023 and January 2024, which allowed teams to hand in their paper forms to identify how processes could be made safer and more efficient.
Physiotherapist Fiona receives MBE for her commitment to those living with Parkinson's Disease
Congratulations to Fiona Lindop, a Specialist Physiotherapist at Florence Nightingale Community Hospital, who has been awarded an MBE for Services to Physiotherapy as part of His Majesty The King's New Year's Honours, in recognition of her tireless commitment and contributions to enhancing the lives of patients living with Parkinson's disease.
Eid Mubarak to our colleagues, patients, and communities
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton would like to wish Eid Mubarak or 'Blessed Eid' to all our Muslim colleagues, patients and community celebrating this joyous day.
Anaesthetic teams become one of only 50 in UK to receive prestigious accreditation for patient care
Teams at both University Hospitals of Derby and Burton's (UHDB) acute hospitals have been recognised nationally for providing the highest standards of care to patients when they are 'at their most vulnerable' as they undergo anaesthesia or sedation.
Executive Chief Medical Officer appointment
Dr Gisela Robinson has been appointed as permanent Executive Chief Medical Officer at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB).
UHDB team partners with local community group to increase diversity in Diabetes research
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton's (UHDB) clinical research and involvement team partnered with local group, Community One, to hold their first event promoting the importance of diversity in diabetes research and recruiting more participants from underserved communities.
Join #TeamUHDB where a great career awaits you | UHDBe Exceptional
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton is pleased to launch our new online career resource > to help people passionate about healthcare find opportunities at our Trust and plan their career with us.
Dedicated Stores Coordinators Keir and Andy celebrated for their dedication to Royal Derby Hospital Renal Unit
Two Stores Coordinators based at the Royal Derby Hospital's Renal Unit have been recognised for their exceptional work ethic and dedicated approach to supporting patients and colleagues alike.
Keir Biggins and Andy Redfern help facilitate hundreds of dialysis sessions over the course of the week - as many as 120 a day, six days a week - both within the unit and in the community for patients who require dialysis at home.
Showing compassion, care and flexibility in what can be a challenging role both physically and emotionally, they play a major part in the efficient and smooth running of the unit, working adaptively and flexibly to any logistic challenge they may face - such as the procurement, monitoring and distribution of key consumable equipment.
Future Workforce Careers Event at Queen's Hospital Burton - Tuesday 30 April
UHDB colleagues are hosting an upcoming careers fair at Queens Hospital Burton on Tuesday 30 April, from 4.30-7.30pm, taking place in the site's Education Centre (also known as the Outwoods site).
Titled the Future Workforce Careers Event , the aim of the event is to showcase the breadth of clinical and non-clinical careers available within UHDB and the wider NHS - providing a snapshot of possible routes into NHS organisations, including work experience opportunities to support with future applications.
'Exceptional’ Oncology doctor is hailed a ‘shining example of humanity’ by patient’s family for guiding them through cancer diagnosis
A 'humble' doctor who helped a patient recently diagnosed with cancer, has been recognised with a Patient Hero award for their compassion and making a significant impact to the patient and his family during their time at the Trust.
DFN Project SEARCH interns visit Parliament to mark National Supported Internship Day
Today, Wednesday 27 March, is National Supported Internship Day, celebrating organisations that champion and support internships for young people.
Could you be one of our next Public Governors? Join us and make a difference to your local NHS
Our Council of Governors plays a crucial in helping us on our journey towards delivering Exceptional Care Together and shaping the future of UHDB. We have nine positions across seven constituencies for which we are currently seeking nominations across Derbyshire and Staffordshire.
Nearly 300 colleagues join stem cell donor register in biggest recruitment drive by NHS Trust
Kind-hearted colleagues from across UHDB have shown their support for a stem cell recruitment drive, which saw 298 colleagues join the DKMS stem cell register, potentially saving lives in what is believed to be the biggest drive ever held by an NHS Trust in the UK.
UHDB celebrates Healthcare Science Week 2024 and announces new HCS website hub
Monday 11 - Sunday 17 March is Healthcare Science Week 2024. Healthcare scientists (HCS) are a highly diverse scientific workforce improving health and wellbeing of patients who make up around 5% of the entire NHS workforce, and help inform and underpin around 80% of all diagnoses. To mark this year's Healthcare Science Week, we are pleased to announce the development of a bespoke Healthcare Science hub on our website to help inform colleagues, patients, visitors and any interested member of the public about the diverse variety of roles held by HCS in our organisation
UHDB celebrates International Women's Day 2024
Friday 8 March 2024 marks this year's International Women's Day - an annual celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women - which provides UHDB with an opportunity to give thanks for the invaluable contribution made by women to our organisation and the wider NHS. With women making up a significant majority of our UHDB workforce, we are as committed as ever to work to advance gender equality both within our organisation and beyond.
UHDB colleagues share their career progression stories for National Careers Week
This week, UHDB is proud to celebrate this year's annual National Careers Week, taking place from 4-9 March 2024. As well as sharing a range of 'pledges' from our #TeamUHDB colleagues this week, #NCW24 also provides an opportunity for us to share individual career progression stories, celebrating the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to the table within our workforce - and we are delighted to share these stories from four members of our UHDB family.
#TeamUHDB marks National Careers Week 2024
UHDB is proud to join a range of organisations and NHS colleagues across the country in observing this year's National Careers Week (NCW), taking place from 4-9 March 2024.
NCW is a celebration of careers guidance and inspirational employment journeys across the UK, empowering individuals to explore diverse career pathways - and for us here at UHDB, this is an opportunity to affirm our commitment to nurturing talent from far and wide to cultivate a workforce that embodies excellence, compassion and openness.
Marcus Bateman shortlisted for Rising Star Award at CRN East Midlands Research Awards 2024
A UHDB Physiotherapist has been recognised after helping to make a significant contribution to research into treating and rehabilitating patients with complex and often rare conditions affecting their joints, bones and muscles - known as musculoskeletal conditions.
Marcus Bateman, Consultant Physiotherapist based at Florence Nightingale Community Hospital and the Derby Shoulder Unit at Royal Derby Hospital, has been successfully shortlisted for the Rising Star Award at the upcoming CRN (Clinical Research Network) East Midlands Research Awards 2024, which recognises outstanding contributions to clinical research.
Congratulations to Physiotherapist Emma whose innovative research into hand injuries has been shortlisted for a prestigious award
A UHDB Physiotherapist who set up a research trial to improve patient experience for those who have injured the tendons in their hand has been shortlisted for a prestigious award, for her ongoing work to support patients.
Baby Norah one of more than 20 leap year babies born in Derby and Burton
Across our hospitals, 22 babies, or 'leaplings' as they're fondly known, have been born today (as of 7pm on 29 February); with four of those arriving at Queen's Hospital Burton and a further 17 at Royal Derby Hospital
REMEDY team recognised for helping more than 3,500 patients access innovative new treatments
More than 3,500 patients have benefitted from a number of research trials and studies thanks to the commitment of a team of clinicians based in the Emergency Departments at our Royal Derby Hospital and Queen's Hospital Burton.
Innovative project led by the Urology Continence team and the Procurement team will improve patient experience and save the Trust thousands of pounds
A collaborative project between the Urology Continence team and the Procurement team to standardise the use of incontinence products across UHDB, aims to improve patient experience by providing maximum comfort and reducing physical issues such as moisture lesions and skin damage, while also saving the Trust significant costs of £31,000 a year.