Researchers lead way in cancer study
Frimley researchers have been recognised for their hard work in a ground-breaking breast cancer trial. The team have exceeded their recruitment target for the ATNEC study, which is looking to improve quality of life for breast cancer patients.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting sees ‘NHS future’ at Heatherwood
New Health Secretary Wes Streeting visited Heatherwood Hospital on Friday and told reporters afterwards “This is what the future of the NHS should look like.”
Meet our latest ViP award winners
Frimley Health's latest Values into Practice award winners were celebrated at our Trust Board meeting in July. Linda Kelly, Megan Parry and Tamara Hower were nominated by a colleague, patient or member of the public for exemplifying our shared values: committed to excellence, working together and facing the future. A fourth colleague, Dr Anika Wijewardane, was there to collect her award from May.
Surgeon's handy innovation
An innovative hand surgery table developed by a Frimley Health consultant is improving patient safety as well as the surgical experience.
Industrial action, 27 June to 2 July
Ahead of five days of industrial action by junior doctors, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is asking residents to access healthcare wisely and help ensure critical services are available for those most in need.
MBE for former Chair of Frimley Health
Pradip Patel, a former chair of the trust has been honoured in the latest King’s Birthday Honours with an MBE in recognition of his service to healthcare.
Celebrating our estates and facilities team - the unsung heroes of Frimley Health
Don't be shy talking about prostate issues, urges urology expert
It’s Men’s Health Week (June 10-16), aiming to raise awareness about health challenges faced by men and promote strategies for better physical and mental well-being. While prostate issues will affect many, it’s not a topic most men discuss. That is, until King Charles underwent a procedure earlier this year to treat an enlarged prostate and raised public awareness of the problem. “That’s a good thing, as prostate issues need a discussion,” said Neil Barber, clinical lead for Urology at Frimley Health. “For men, it’s part of getting older and it’s important they know it’s ok, and that you can do something about this.”
First commercial transplant using an artificial cornea
Frimley Health have successfully performed the procedure and initial results have shown improvements in vision.
Portsmouth Road work
Work on the A325 just outside Frimley Park Hospital may cause some delays. Access will be maintained but an overnight diversion will be in place for part of August.