An ambitious programme to transform care for patients and staff across Devon’s acute hospitals and community sites is a step closer following the awarding of a new contract for an electronic patient record (EPR).
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University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is leading the way in innovative care for patients with anaemia, a common complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Thanks to the efforts of Antony Mitchell, Lead Pharmacist for Urgent and Emergency Care, Karla Purtill, Lead Nurse for Chronic Kidney Disease, and their teams, the Trust has introduced new approaches that are improving patient outcomes, reducing hospital visits, and streamlining care pathways.
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“The Diabetes team is my everything” - Patient Linda Hall on how the Diabetes service has supported her every step of the way
Our Emergency Department is currently very full and if you do not have an emergency or life-threatening condition, you may be redirected to other healthcare services. These include NHS 111, our Urgent Treatment Centre at the Cumberland centre, and our Minor Injury Units at Kingsbridge and Tavistock. You may also be advised to use local pharmacies or to contact your GP.
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University Hospital Plymouth NHS Trust’s Community Phlebotomy Hub, previously offered at Future Inns, will now move to Windsor House on Tavistock Road, Derriford, Plymouth in a move designed to enhance patient experience and streamline blood testing services. By transitioning to Windsor House, the Trust aims to provide a more accessible and convenient service for patients.
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The NHS in Devon urges vaccinations, handwashing, and self-care to prevent winter illnesses and protect health.
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On 16 December, the Discharge Lounge at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) celebrated five years of helping keep patients flowing through the hospital, freeing up beds and creating space for new admissions.
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A home-based care project which empowers people with Parkinson’s through self-care pathways has won the award for Digital Innovation in Health and Social Care at the Bright Ideas in Health Awards 2024.
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