Ground-breaking drug for cystic fibrosis
A life-extending drug for cystic fibrosis, newly available on the NHS, has been prescribed to 71 patients at Frimley Park Hospital. This new medication is now available to half of the 140 adult patients at Frimley Park's Cystic Fibrosis Unit.
Trust recognised as Quality Data Provider
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised for the high quality data it provides about joint replacement surgery. The Trust has been named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits.
Hats off to local charity
Frimley Park Hospital’s maternity unit received a special Christmas present in the form of 1,200 hand-knitted hats for babies. Members of Farnborough-based charity Rushmoor Healthy Living (RHL) made the garments over several months to help keep newborns warm as they head home for the first time this winter.
Nurses' boot camp success
An innovative programme is boosting exam success enabling internationally educated nurses (IENs) recruited by the Trust to gain UK registration more quickly.
Hospital in my Pocket
Frimley Health plans to launch its electronic inpatient management system, Hospital in my Pocket, early next year. The project will enable clinical colleagues to access real-time information and update patient notes and observations while on the move on mobile devices when the system is rolled out across the Trust during the first three months of 2020.
Inspiring future nurses and midwives
Fourteen nursing ambassadors across Frimley Health are embarking on a programme of inspiring young people to choose nursing or midwifery as a career and encourage those who have left back into the professions.
Spotlight on sustainability
The threat to our daily lives from climate change and the need to become more sustainable has never before had such a high profile. Head of sustainability Richard Hilson talks about how the Trust is working to reduce its carbon footprint.
Pilot clinic provides fast-track diagnostic tests
A two-year pilot scheme has been launched at Wexham Park Hospital, providing fast track tests for patients who may have a serious illness.
Trust wins community services bid
Frimley Health has won a £17m contract to provide more integrated community services to north east Hampshire, Farnham and Surrey Heath, ensuring local patients are treated closer to home.