Dedicated volunteers celebrate nearly 450 years of loyal service
UHDB has recognised the outstanding contributions of some of the volunteers that help out at our hospitals in Burton, Lichfield and Tamworth.
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Staff lacing up boots for marathon charity walk once more
Staff from UHDB are once more lacing up their walking boots to tackle a charity walkathon to raise awareness and funds about continence issues.
Cancer surviving toddler reunited with doctor who saved her life
Three-and-a-half-year-old Ruby Richards has been reunited with the doctor that spotted an undiagnosed cancer in her kidney that saved her life – shortly after celebrating a year cancer-free.
'Life-saving' heart scanner donated to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
A heart scanner worth £73,000 that can detect undiagnosed congenital heart defects in premature and new-born babies has been donated to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Royal Derby Hospital.
Celebrate International Clinical Trials Day with us on 20 May and #BePartOfResearch
Your chance to speak to research staff and ask “What’s going on in research?”
UHDB and University of Derby to host Dying Matters conference
UHBD and the University of Derby are hosting a full-day conference to launch the 2019 national Dying Matters campaign in Derbyshire.
Patient raises money to thank team who saved his life
A former Royal Derby Hospital patient who faced the prospect of never being able to walk again is set to run a half marathon to thank those that helped him get back on his feet again.
Infection prevention crackdown sees huge reduction in C. diff cases
UHDB staff have showcased their outstanding commitment to keeping our patients safe by helping reduce the spread of infections across our hospitals.
Healing Garden to remember loved ones will bring ‘joy and colour'
A new Healing Garden where staff and patients at the Royal Derby Hospital can plant bulbs in memory of their loved ones is to open in May.
Inside the life of a dementia keyworker at the Royal Derby Hospital
A dementia keyworker at the Royal Derby Hospital has spoken of her passion for working with those living with the condition.
Improvements felt by staff after Discharge Cell Improvement Event
Staff and patients have come together over the past two weeks to help shape the future of the discharge process for patients at UHDB.
Nurse’s love of job rekindled after taking part in innovative scheme
A dedicated nurse who was questioning her career choice has fallen in love with Nursing again after enrolling onto the Trust’s Job Transfer Scheme.
UHDB Consultant running for cause close to his heart
A UHDB Consultant has set off on his mammoth attempt to run 100km in 10 days for a cause close to his heart.
Consultant running Derby Half Marathon in aid of Cyclone Idai victims
An Anaesthetic Consultant at Queen’s Hospital Burton is running the Derby Half Marathon to support those affected by Cyclone Idai in Mozambique, Malawi and Zimbabwe.
Thinking of a career in theatres?
Are you a nurse, ODP, or HCA? Are you caring, enthusiastic and driven? If so, we want you to consider a career working in our theatres.
Trust AHP Director appointed onto NHS Assembly
A leading UHDB Allied Health Professional (AHP) has been selected to appear on a national panel tasked with helping shape the future of the NHS.
High Sheriff of Derbyshire visits Royal Derby Hospital
It was a pleasure to welcome The High Sheriff of Derbyshire, Mrs Lucy Palmer, and the HM Assistant Coroner in Derby, Miss Louise Pinder, to the Royal Derby Hospital.
UHDB celebrating year of improvement practice to develop patient care
We were chosen as one of seven trusts nationally to take part in a programme to train staff in a new improvement method back in 2018.
Dedicated Sister raises over £21,000 for Intensive Care patient garden
A dedicated staff member has raised in excess of £21,000 to help fund a specialist garden for patients on the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
First Medical Director role for Dr Pearson
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton is proud to announce that Dr Ben Pearson has been appointed as Medical Director at Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Trust.
Congratulations to Dr Rose
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton is delighted to announce that Dr Arne Rose has been appointed as Medical Director at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.
Transition to Adult Services events being held for parents and carers
Parents and carers of young adults with complex health needs are being invited to attend two specialist events at the Royal Derby Hospital to help them with the care of their children who are transferring between paediatric and adult services in an acute hospital environment.
UHDB surgeons leading the way for gynaecological cancer treatment
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton is leading the way nationally as a provider of life-saving surgery for patients with gynaecological cancers.
Volunteers mark more than 700 years’ service at our Derby Hospitals
VOLUNTEERS who have given more than 700 years’ service to the Royal Derby Hospital and London Road Community Hospital have been recognised in an event which celebrated their generosity and loyal support.
Making UHDB the best workplace it can be for our doctors
The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has commended UHDB for making the Royal Derby Hospital a great place to train for our medical registrars and doctors.
State-of-the-art toilet improving patients' hospital experience
Queen’s Hospital Burton has today become the first hospital in the region to open a Changing Places washroom for disabled patients.
Helping our patients to get the most effective medication for them
UHDB Medicines Management Workstream is making crucial savings whilst continuing to provide patients with the most effective medication for them.