The 2021 NHS Staff Survey results were published this morning. The confidential survey was open from October to November last year and asked NHS staff to reflect on the previous 12 months. In total, 43 percent of our staff shared their experiences. 

The month of Ramadan is due to start on the evening of Saturday 2 April and as we approach this very special time, our Muslim Chaplain Sadaf Solangi shares what it means to her and why fasting is so important.

Women make up the majority of the NHS’ workforce, and our Trust is no different. While they excel in all parts of healthcare, there remain occupations in which women are under-represented. 

After months of major improvement works and a £5m investment, King George Hospital Emergency Department (ED) has been transformed into a state-of-the-art facility, ensuring our sickest patients are treated in the best possible environment.

Adam Ainley, Consultant Respiratory Physician and our Clinical Lead for Tuberculosis, has written a blog for World Tuberculosis Day (Thursday 24 March).

Expecting parents across our boroughs can now enjoy bespoke pregnancy information on their smart phone, as North East London (NEL) Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has launched a localised version of the free Baby Buddy app, which includes Queen’s Hospital.

Lisa Nastri, 47, has praised the support of our Cancer team, particularly our clinical nurse specialists (CNS) who supported her when she was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer last September.

To help us respond quicker, we’ve launched a brand-new service across our Trust which allows patients and GPs to contact a dedicated helpline if they are having difficulty accessing their care or appointment.

We are pleased to have appointed Mamta Shetty Vaidya as our new Chief Medical Officer, following a competitive recruitment process in which she stood out among a strong field.