We caught up with Dr Bassam Aweid from the Stroke Unit here at Hillingdon Hospital following the team's CARES Award for Equity at our Staff Awards. Dr Aweid explains some of the challenges his staff have had to face over the past year and how everyone's attitude has been exemplary. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at...

Paula Wheatley, divisional director of nursing and unplanned care, talks to us about the nurses from CNS Unplanned Care who won the CARES Award for Safety at our recent Staff Awards. Paula talks about the vital role played by the nurses in unplanned care, the type of support they gave during industrial action by junior doctors and winning the award. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else...

The Hillingdon Hospitals Book Club meets again to discuss their latest book: Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus. "Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, Elizabeth Zott would be the first to point out that there is no such thing. But it's the early 1960s and her all-male team at Hastings Research Institute take a very unscientific view of equality. Except for one: Calvin Evans; the lonely, brilliant, Nobel-prize nominated grudge-holder who falls in love with - of all...

We talk to Paula Lewis, the Trust's Freedom to Speak Up guardian, about this year's staff survey and why it's so important to get your views in and have an opportunity to enact change at the organisation. Remember, you have until Friday, November 24 to submit the survey!  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at...

Head of Spiritual and Pastoral Care at Hillingdon Hospital, Jack Creagh, talks to us after winning the CARES Award for Responsibility at the Staff Awards. In the podcast, Jack talks about his team of volunteers, their role at the hospital and how it feels to have won the accolade. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at...

In this week's episode we speak to Tina Benson, COO, about the launch of Cerner EPR at our Trust, what it means for our staff and our patients, what to expect over the launch period and how it will change the way we work in the future.  Tune in to find out more.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at @HillingdonNHSFT. For...

In this week’s episode, Adam Tocock, library services manager, speaks to Cynthia Oji, our equality, diversity and inclusion lead about the significance of Black History Month and how the Trust is celebrating this year.  She talks about this year’s theme ‘saluting our sisters’, the importance of representation in the workplace, and how we can continue to work towards a more inclusive culture.  Tune in to find out more.   Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode...

In this week's episode we speak to Elaine Hotson, Health, Wellbeing and Engagement Lead, about how colleagues can access support if they have been affected by the horrific events in Israel and Gaza. We share some of the psychological and pastoral support services available to staff, including NW London Keeping Well, our clinical psychology service, and the employee assistance line (accessed through Vivup).  We also discuss what to do if you have concerns about abuse in the workplace....

Staff Awards podcast with Dr Ajoy Nair from the Alderbourne Rehab team, and colleagues Petra Zeiser-Finn and Helen Johnstone, to speak about winning the CARES Award for Equity. The three talk about their work at Hillingdon Hospital and the incredible story behind the team's nomination. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at...

In this week's episode we talk to Cynthia Oji, EDI Lead, Paula Lewis, Freedom to Speak Up Guardian, and Elaine Hotson, Health and Wellbeing and Engagement Lead about the launch of CARES Week, which focuses on our Trust's values.  We discuss what CARES Week is, why it is important, and how you can get involved. Tune in to find out more.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to...

In this episode,  Adam Tocock, Library Services Manager, sits down with Emma Glover and Phil Perks, from BMJ to talk about BMJ on Examination, an exam revision platform designed to support trainee doctors through a wide range of postgraduate qualifications - now available to Trust staff!  It covers all main specialities, and it accessible by a free app as well as the online platform, so that you can keep training even when offline.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a...

How much do you know about preventing the spread of infection?  In today's episode we speak Toko Khadani, Head of Nursing for Infection Prevention and Control and Deputy Director of Infection Prevention and Control, about IPC after the pandemic, why hand washing saves lives, and why gloves are not always your friend if you want to prevent the spread of infection.  Tune in to find out more.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what...

In this week's episode we spoke to Dr Salman Khan about the Trust's Internal Professional Standards, why we have them, how they were developed, and what they mean within the context of the wider acute collaborative.  Listen to find out more.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at @HillingdonNHSFT. For all the latest Trust...

In this week's episode we talk to Chloe Jarvis about the upcoming launch of a new staff app, which will enable everyone at the Trust to have vital information at their fingertips, wherever they are.  Featuring links to key contacts, Trust news, health and wellbeing services, and much more, it is designed to make it much easier for you to find what you need, when you need it.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of...

In this episode we spoke to Nicole McLaughlin, our local counter fraud specialist about common types of fraud, the risk to organisations, tell tale signs that fraud may have occurred, and what to do if you think you have identified an issue.  Tune in to find out more.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at...

In this week's episode we caught up with our new chief medical officer, Dr Alan McGlennan, to find out a bit more about him, what drew him to our Trust, his first impressions of our organisation, and what he hopes to achieve in his new role.  Tune in to find out more.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at...

In this week's episode we speak to Apitha Ganashalingam, client manager, and Suveer Gill, operations manager, about the relaunched Staff Bank, the role it plays in the Trust, how greater collaboration across the four north west London acute trusts means more opportunities for you, and how you or your friends and family can sign up. Through the Staff Bank, you can sign up to flexible working and extra shifts, giving you a chance to top up your earnings and build new skills at your convenience....

In this week's episode, Curlene Wilson, clinical practice facilitator, and Melissa Quince, practice development midwife, discuss their careers and experiences in midwifery, the training available at the Trust, and the midwifery open day, which takes place on 4 September.  Tune in to learn more about midwifery and how you can kickstart your career.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else...

In this week's episode we talk to Elaine Hotson, Health, Wellbeing & Engagement Lead, about this year's staff awards, and how you can nominate any teams or individuals who deserve to be recognised for their extraordinary work. Categories for 2023 include the CARES Awards for Communication, Attitude, Responsibility, Equity and Safety, the CEO's Award for Dedication and Achievement and the Chair's 'I am the Change' Award. Nomination forms can be found on our public website. Tune in to...

In this week's episode we sit down with Adam Tocock, Library Services Manager, to talk about the new library services strategy and what it means for our Trust,  Tune in to find out more.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at @HillingdonNHSFT. For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website -...

In this week's episode we speak to the Cerner Project Team about preparing for the launch of the new Electronic Patient Record system in November, what this means for our Trust, and what teams need to do to make sure they are ready for go live.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at @HillingdonNHSFT. For all the latest...

Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at @HillingdonNHSFT. For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk/

In this week's episode we sit down with our CEO, Patricia Wright, to talk about the upcoming open day, which takes place on Saturday 8 July at Mount Vernon Hospital. The event is event will be a fun, family day out for families, patients and the public. It's free to enter and there’ll be a bouncy castle, a BBQ, and charity football tournament. There will be lots of family-friendly activities, as well as signposting nature walks around the site. Radio Hillingdon will there streaming the...

In today's episode we speak to Fran Husson, who has become a passionate advocate for Care Information Exchange and Personal Health Record after they revolutionised her patient experience . She talks to us about what CIE is, how it has made it possible for her to have greater control over her own care, and the lasting benefits for both patients and health and social care workers. She also discusses how learning to use digital technology has made it easier to share information and the...

Hillingdon Hospitals staff bookclub discusses their latest read: Hamnet, by Maggie O'Farrell. The bookclub is run by the library at Hillingdon Hospital, please listen to a chat about the book, but we warned, there are spoilers! Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday! Let us know what you thought of this episode or what else you'd like to hear about from across the Trust by tweeting us at @HillingdonNHSFT. For all the latest Trust news and...