1. Clinics

    Our structural heart interventions clinics are held at Hammersmith Hospital.

  2. Refer to this service

    Find out how to refer a patient to our structural interventions service.

  3. Translated childrens health healthcare resources pdf file icon

  4. The Imanova Centre for Imaging Sciences

    The Imanova Centre for Imaging Sciences is a world-leading research facility based at Hammersmith Hospital.

  5. Kisspeptin hormone can enhance human bone activity

    Kisspeptin, a naturally-occurring hormone, has been found to increase the activity of bone-forming cells in the body for the first time in a study supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Imperial Biomedical Research…

  6. Patient information

    Find out what to expect from your first appointment with our structural heart intervention service, which offers TAVI procedure, balloon aortic valvuloplasty and other interventions for structural heart disease.

  7. Left to their own devices: new robotic devices for self-physiotherapy

    Join experts from Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust for a presentation of their work on robotic devices for physiotherapy. About this event Professor Etienne Burdet, Professor of Human Robotics in the Department of…

  8. Education resources

  9. Surgery-free brain stimulation could provide new treatment for dementia

    A new form of deep brain stimulation being developed offers hope for an alternative treatment option for dementia, without the need for surgery.

  10. Acute NHS trusts strengthen partnership working to improve patient care

    The four acute NHS trusts in north west London are to come together under a single board in common from autumn 2022. The decision will build on the close partnership working that offered so many advantages to patients during the Covid-19 pandemic.

  11. Sustainable catering

    We will enable more sustainable catering at our hospital sites through a food and retail transformation programme which maps sustainability from farm-to-plate. This includes reviewing our supply chains, increasing plant-based and locally sourced…

  12. National Centre for Human Retrovirology

  13. Humans of Health Research exhibition - new dates for White City

    Imperial College AHSC is holding a free photography-led exhibition of patients and researchers involved in healthcare research at White City Community Centre, between 30 May and 3 June (10.00-17.00).

  14. Human T cell lymphotropic virus (HTLV infection)

  15. Our organisational commitment to anti-racism and anti-discrimination

  16. Imperial tissue bank

    ICTU is one of 50 UK Clinical Research Collaboration registered Clinical Trials Units.

  17. GSK backs Fleming Initiative with £45m pledge to help fight against drug resistant infections

    Global biopharma company, GSK, will become the first founding partner of the Fleming Initiative, an innovative and collaborative new approach led by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London to tackle anti-microbial…

  18. Improving safety through collaboration, connection and behaviour change

    Helping Our Teams Transform (HOTT) is a programme developed at the Trust that uses behaviour nudges, human factors and team building to improve safety, effectiveness and efficiency within teams.

  19. Roaming portrait exhibition celebrates staff and patients in healthcare research

    AHSC has launched a roving photography-led exhibition of patients and researchers involved in healthcare research.

  20. Artificial intelligence can enhance patient care after cataract surgery

    A study has found that an automated artificial intelligence (AI) voice system enhances patient care after cataract surgery. The AI-powered system, called Dora, can call patients to ask them questions, understand their answers and accurately…

  21. Meet the structural heart intervention service team

    Our structural heart intervention service is managed by a team of cardiologists.

  22. HTLV

  23. Diabetes clinics

    Our diabetes service provides treatments and specialist support for people across north west London with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

  24. Centre for Peri-Operative Medicine and Critical Care Research

    The Centre conducts high quality studies and clinical trials in areas such as: disease, the use of drugs and new technology, epidemiology and public health, and the human and individual characteristics that can influence health and safety in…

  25. Other useful information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment.

  26. Trust researcher wins national cardiology award

    Trust researcher Dr Arunashis Sau has won the 2023 Young Investigator Award, a prestigious national prize which recognises ‘excellence among young researchers intending to pursue a career in cardiovascular clinical medicine or research.’

  27. Medicine

    Learn about our undergraduate and postgraduate training options

  28. Trust innovation recognised at Patient Experience Network National Awards

    The Imperial Clinical Analytics, Research and Evaluation team won the Innovative Use of Technology, Social and Digital Media award.

  29. Charity

    What we do The Imperial Memory Unit is a research unit run by Dr Richard Perry, conducting clinical trials for the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease at Charing Cross Hospital. We offer trials for people who have been diagnosed with…

  30. Patient information

    Children and young peoples' videos Please take some time to watch these videos which help prepare toddlers, children and young people for their visit to hospital: Children and young people's videos – Age 0-6 …

  31. “At the Trust we are putting our emphasis on achieving equity not just equality”: Meet Hannah Franklin

    The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day, Wednesday 8 March, is #EmbraceEquity. Hannah Franklin, health equity programme manager, explains what this theme means for the Trust from a staff and patient perspective, and the difference…

  32. Breast milk donor questionnaire

    Thank you for visiting our website and expressing an interest in donating to the Milk Bank. Being a milk donor is very special – you could be changing the lives of a critically ill baby and their family forever, as donor milk is the second best…

  33. Patient information

    Learn more about the investigations and treatments offered by our cardiology service.

  34. NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre awarded over £1m for vital research equipment

    The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Imperial Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) has been awarded more than £1 million by the NIHR for cutting edge equipment that will support vital translational research across the BRC…

  35. First womb transplant performed in the UK

    After over 25 years of research, a team co-led by Imperial College Healthcare and Oxford University Hospitals has performed the UK's first womb transplant.

  36. Planned procedures and surgery

    Planned procedures and surgery If you are a patient and your procedure or surgery was postponed during the pandemic or you are waiting for an appointment or a date for treatment, we will contact you directly as soon as we can. If you are worried…

  37. Improving health and equity – everybody’s business

    For long-standing observers of healthcare policy, rising interest in population health and health inequalities may feel like Groundhog Day. But it has to be different this time, argue Dr Bob Klaber, paediatrician and Imperial College Healthcare…

  38. First UK birth following womb transplant

    For the first time in the UK, a woman has given birth following a womb transplant.

  39. Imperial Health Charity launches Winter Appeal supporting our children's A&E

    Imperial Health Charity has today launched its annual winter fundraising appeal, which will help us provide extra support for young patients at our children’s A&E department. Donations from members of the public will go towards interactive games…

  40. Refer to the bowel cancer screening service

    The bowel cancer screening service is part of a national screening programme, so GPs cannot refer to this service.

  41. Our achievements

    Learn about some of our many achievements, spanning more than a hundred years.

  42. Design team appointed for preliminary planning and design for St Mary’s Hospital redevelopment

    With the support of the New Hospital Programme, Imperial College Healthcare is beginning the next phase of redevelopment planning work for St Mary’s Hospital.

  43. Library and Evidence Services

    Imperial College library and evidence services combine cutting edge research resources with workshops and bespoke literature search services.

  44. Acute NHS trusts in north west London commit to shared vision for collaboration and priorities

    The four acute NHS trusts in north west London have set out a shared vision for collaboration and priorities for joint action. Working together as the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative since September 2022, our four organisations have…

  45. Humans of Health Research series - issue 10

    The ASHC has published the tenth edition of Humans of Health Research

  46. "I knew the gut microbiome was important to our health and I wanted to focus my future career on understanding how": Meet James Kinross

    An Imperial surgeon specialising in the gut microbiome has published a new book to explain why it is important for our health.

  47. AI model can predict health risks, including early death, from ECGs

    A new AI model can predict patients’ risk of developing and worsening disease, and even their risk of early death, using an electrocardiogram (ECG). Researchers at Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust believe their…

  48. Advanced nurse practitioners in cardiology

    Advanced nurse practitioners offer high quality, patient-centred care to patients with our cardiology services.

  49. Clinical ethics

    Our clinical ethics committee considers the ethical aspects of clinical care and practice within the Trust.

  50. Wellbeing programme can improve quality of life and breathlessness after Covid-19

    An online breathing and wellbeing programme helps improve quality of life and breathlessness for people recovering from COVID-19, according to a new study.

  51. Humans of Health Research series - issue 7

    The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.

  52. Single brain scan can diagnose Alzheimer’s disease

    A single MRI scan of the brain could be enough to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study.

  53. Ophthalmology patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your ophthalmology appointment.

  54. New life sciences cluster in Paddington to maximise local and global benefits of NHS, research, industry and community partnerships

    Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has set out its vision for a new life sciences cluster in Paddington.

  55. Network Learning Forum - Child health in Covid

    Network Learning Forums Child Health in COVID - essential NWL Paediatrics update  -  top tips for primary care on fever, asthma, covid and other child health issues Wednesday 7th October from 13:00 – 14:00 Presented by Dr Mando Watson,…

  56. Episode two: frequently asked questions

    This page answers some of the questions raised in episode two of the second series of Hospital.

  57. Latest Humans of Health Research feature

    The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.

  58. Architect chosen to design the Fleming Centre at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington

    The Royal Institute of British Architects RIBA has announced that Stanton Williams has been selected to design the new Fleming Centre.

  59. Humans of Health Research series - issue 9

    The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.

  60. Catch up on our 2024 annual general meeting (AGM)

    Catch up on our 2024 annual general meeting (AGM).

  61. Network Learning Forum - 17 June 2020

    West London CCG Training Hub for NWL Network Learning Forum, Wednesday 17 June 13:00 – 14:00  To join session please click on the MS Teams link – Link to Ophthalmology webinar Presenters and topics below:.  …

  62. Kisspeptin hormone injection could treat low sex drive in women and men

    Kisspeptin hormone injection could treat low sex drive in women and men

  63. North West London Clinical Trials Alliance shortlisted for national award

    The Alliance has been announced as a finalist in the New Statesman's Positive Impact Awards.

  64. Statement on the Autumn Budget

    Professor Tim Orchard responds to the Autumn Budget and the implications for our redevelopment schemes.

  65. Fleming Initiative raises first 100m in the global fight against antimicrobial resistance

    As world leaders gather in New York to discuss the growing global health threat, the Fleming Initiative is poised to break down barriers to progress. Three new partners - LifeArc, Cepheid and Optum - have pledged additional funding and resources to…

  66. Structural heart intervention

    Our structural heart intervention service offers the TAVI procedure, balloon aortic valvuloplasty and other interventions for structural heart disease.

  67. Where to go for care

    Find out where to go for medical advice and treatment if you are feeling unwell or have had an accident.

  68. NLF Child Health in Covid

    Network Learning Forums Child Health in COVID - essential NWL Paediatrics update  -  top tips for primary care on fever, asthma, covid and other child health issues Wednesday 7th October from 13:00 – 14:00 Presented by Dr Mando Watson,…

  69. Trust staff profiled by latest in Academic Health Science Centre's Humans of Health Research series

    The latest in a new series of portraits documenting researchers and patients involved in healthcare research has been unveiled by the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC), featuring staff and lay partners at Imperial College…

  70. Safeguarding

    Everyone deserves to feel safe. If you or someone you know is at risk, support is available—both locally and through Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

  71. Patient information

    Preparing for your appointment The majority of our appointments are face to face; we will occasionally organise a follow-up telephone call to discuss investigation results and your progress. We ask that you check in for your appointment at the…

  72. Accessibility statement

    How we are making our website more accessible.

  73. Greener facilities

    We will ensure that sustainability is at the forefront of improvements and refurbishments to our sites and facilities, with patient and staff wellbeing at the core. This will range from new building work, to greater digitalisation of our ways of…

  74. Organ and tissue donation

    A single donor can save the life of several people and improve the quality of life of many more. ​

  75. Ensuring high quality care throughout the winter

    How we’re preparing for winter In October, teams from across the Trust came together at the Charing Cross Hospital winter summit to discuss learning and ideas to maximise operational flow as we head into our busiest winter months. Our urgent and…

  76. Sustainable use of medicines, equipment and anaesthetic gases

    We will reduce our direct and embodied greenhouse gas emissions, such as that caused by harmful levels of anaesthetic gases, by becoming more sustainable in our use of medicines and medical equipment, such as meter-dosed inhalers. We will also get…

  77. Innovative care

    We will be become more sustainable through continuous improvement and innovation in the care we provide for our patients. We are already leading the way on digitally enabled care and will continue focusing on ways to innovate patient-centred care,…

  78. From the Philippines to Imperial: Building a life at Charing Cross Hospital

    Ralph Deocampo, site nurse practitioner at Charing Cross Hospital, came to the UK from the Philippines to work as a nurse. Over 20 years later, he reflects on the hospital where he built his career, met his wife, and recovered from Covid-19.

  79. Apprenticeships

    Gain new qualifications and fulfil your potential with an apprenticeship.

  80. Living donor kidney transplantation

    A healthy person can lead a normal life with only one working kidney. This means they are able to donate their other kidney to help someone who needs a kidney transplant.  Live donor transplantation helps reduce the waiting times for people who…

  81. Brenda Deocampo, Lead Nurse/CXH-Acute & Specialist Medicine, shares her story for ESEA with a blog entry - Never a ‘first class citizen’.

    Brenda Deocampo, Lead Nurse/CXH-Acute & Specialist Medicine, ESEA blog

  82. Milk bank at Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital

    The milk bank at Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea Hospital is the oldest continuously operating milk bank in the world and provides much-needed breast milk to preterm babies and babies who are unwell.

  83. Help improve bone and joint care 14 June

    Join this online event to meet local doctors and help improve bone and joint care in north west London.

  84. Preventing and tackling conflict

    These challenges can be very frustrating for staff and patients alike. We understand that these frustrations may lead to tension and even conflict. However, aggressive behaviour and violence are never acceptable, whether in person, over the phone…

  85. Trust launches online hub to support adolescents and young people

    Consultants at Imperial College Healthcare have launched an online e-learning resource to support young people as they move from youth to adult healthcare services.

  86. IgA Nephropathy

    The Imperial IgA Nephropathy Service provides expert care to patients with IgA nephropathy and is committed to improving the management and outcomes of IgAN nephropathy patients. IgA nephropathy patients are reviewed and managed by a team of…

  87. Doctors

    Join over 2,700 doctors at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and gain extensive experience at a Trust with over 50 specialties and a reputation that is second to none. Consistently develop your specialist clinical skills in a variety of…

  88. Perinatal mental health service

    Our perinatal mental health service is based at both Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea Hospital and St Mary's Hospital. It is designed to help people with a history of mental health concerns, including:  Severe depression  Post-traumatic stress…

  89. Sunflower clinics patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to one of our Sunflower clinics for your appointment.

  90. Redeveloped hospitals

    In 2019, we launched a major programme to redevelop and refurbish our ageing hospitals and now have the once in a lifetime opportunity of delivering a new net zero St Mary’s Hospital.

  91. Meet the PD team

    Consultants:  Professor Edwina Brown – consultant nephrologist  “My main interests are advanced kidney disease (I’m in charge of the advanced kidney disease clinic at Charing Cross Hospital), peritoneal dialysis (I’m also in charge of PD Unit),…

  92. Trust statement in response to outcome of Lucy Letby trial

    A message to our patients and local communities following the conviction of Lucy Letby for murdering and harming babies at the Countess of Chester Hospital.

  93. “I am proud of my military service, and I am equally proud of the men and women that serve their country today” – Meet Tom Jacques

    Ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday 24 June, deputy director of Infection Prevention & Control, Tom Jacques talks about his extensive career in Infection Prevention & Control both in the British Army and now for the NHS.

  94. NHS staff survey results continue to show higher than average engagement and morale and much more to do on equality and inclusion

    Staff in our organisation continue to feel more engaged and have higher morale than staff on average across all acute NHS trusts, according to the results of the 2021 NHS staff survey, published today.

  95. NHS staff survey results continue to show higher than average engagement and morale and much more to do on equality and inclusion

    Staff in our organisation continue to feel more engaged and have higher morale than staff on average across all acute NHS trusts, according to the results of the 2021 NHS staff survey, published today.

  96. Our commitment to become an anti-racist and anti-discriminatory organisation

    We have launched our anti-racism and anti-discrimination commitments, drawing on discussions with nearly 1,200 members of staff and 11 community groups as well as on our equity and inclusion journey to date.

  97. “It is a privilege to help people during their most difficult times”: Meet Gillian Chumbley

    Gillian Chumbley, nurse consultant, has worked at the Trust for 20 years and today marks her 45th year with the NHS. She offers insights into her lengthy research career and changes she has witnessed throughout her many years in the healthcare…

  98. Charing Cross Hospital overhauls anaesthetic supply to reduce carbon footprint

    We have taken a big step forward in our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint, by overhauling our anaesthetic supply at Chaing Cross Hospital.

  99. Head and neck cancer reconstruction patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment at the head and neck cancer reconstruction service.

  100. “I genuinely love my job, I love what I can deliver for my patients.” Meet Donna Rowe, clinical nurse specialist in our Fracture Liaison Service

    Donna Rowe is a clinical nurse specialist and tells us about the Fracture Liaison Service, which supports people with osteoporosis.

  101. Imperial College Healthcare awarded £11.3 million to expand early phase clinical research

    The NIHR has awarded £11.3 million to the Trust to develop its Clinical Research Facility as part of a national drive to expand early phase clinical research delivery at NHS hospitals across England over the next five years.

  102. Jinju James, Lead Nurse for International Nurse Registration and Chair of the Nursing and Midwifery Race Equality Network shares her story for South Asian Heritage Month 2023.

    Jinju James, Lead Nurse for International Nurse Registration and Chair of the Nursing and Midwifery Race Equality Network shares her story for South Asian Heritage Month 2023.

  103. Supporting the next generation of health data scientists with HDR UK's Black Internship Programme

    The Trust is hosting two interns this summer as part of the Health Data Research UK’s Black Internship Programme.

  104. Nearly 6000 patients registered as Imperial Health Knowledge Bank opens to researcher applications

    Researchers can now apply to access a biomedical research resource containing health information and samples of over 5700 Imperial College Healthcare patients. Imperial Health Knowledge Bank offers every patient the opportunity to take part in…

  105. Imperial Health Knowledge Bank offers every patient the opportunity to take part in research

    The Trust has launched a new research resource that will provide every patient with an easy opportunity to be part of research and contribute to the advancement of medical science.

  106. Artificial intelligence tool could help GPs diagnose heart failure

    Artificial intelligence can help to improve the performance of ‘smart stethoscopes’, enabling doctors to diagnose heart failure earlier and improving patient outcomes.

  107. Humans of Health Research series - issue 11

    The Imperial College AHSC has published the latest edition of ‘Humans of Health Research’, which highlights researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.

  108. Humans of Health Research series - issue 8

    The latest in a series of interviews with researchers and patients engaged in innovative healthcare research.

  109. Keeping on track for better health in a financially challenging year

    At the start of what will be a ‘uniquely challenging’ year financially for the NHS, our Chief executive, Professor Tim Orchard, explains why the NHS is expected to do things differently and summarises what this means for our Trust and how we are…

  110. Maternity patient information

    Patient information leaflets  Eating well for mothers who are expressing Ferinject Follow up care for contraceptive intrauterine device IUD fitted post-birth PPIUC Having a maternity scan How to start breastfeeding Hiring…

  111. What to expect

    Find out what to expect from your ophthalmology appointment.

  112. St Mary’s consultant co-authors national report into the care and experiences of children moving into adult health services

    Katie Malbon, a paediatric consultant at St Mary’s Hospital, part of West London Children’s Healthcare, has co-authored a groundbreaking report.

  113. Virtual fracture patient infomation

    Find out what to expect from your phone appointment with the virtual fracture clinic team.

  114. Help improve care for people with bone and joint problems in west and north west London

    Join our online events to meet local doctors and share your views to help improve our routine orthopaedic surgery (such as knee or hip replacements) and wider musculoskeletal services (bone and joint services including physiotherapy, pain…

  115. Remembering Windrush: Honouring the Legacy and Advocating for Sickle Cell Disorder

    As we commemorate the anniversary of the Windrush generation's arrival in the UK, it is crucial to take some time for reflection. 22 June 2023 marks 75 years since the first arrival of HMT Empire Windrush, which carried hundreds of Caribbean people…

  116. Black History Month 2024 Blog – Barry Seemungal, PhD, FRCP

    In honour of Black History Month 2024 and this year’s theme of ‘reclaiming narratives’, Head of the Centre for Vestibular Neurology, Barry Seemungal, shares his narrative about his Caribbean heritage, his influences and inspirations, and what Black…

  117. Shortlist of architects announced for the next phase of The Fleming Centre design competition

    The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced a shortlist of architects who will progress to the next phase of design for The Fleming Centre at St Mary’s Hospital, following a RIBA design competition launched in collaboration with…

  118. How healthcare data and artificial intelligence can improve care

    Healthcare data and artificial intelligence (AI) are helping clinicians make better treatment decisions and improve the quality and safety of healthcare delivery. In this seminar, two experts will talk about their work on using healthcare data for…

  119. Help improve bone and joint care 16 June

    Join this online event to meet local doctors and help improve bone and joint care in north west London.

  120. Trust appoints new non-executive director

    Nick Gash has been appointed to the board the Trust as a non-executive director.

  121. Toolkits: Microaggressions, being an ally and talking about race

    Our commitment is underpinned by our four values and behaviours (Kind, Expert, Collaborative and Aspirational). Our range of toolkits provide you with the support to understand and challenge discrimination. They are designed to be accessible to…

  122. New ‘choice booking’ process on track to help transform outpatient administration

    A new approach to booking outpatient appointments has seen hospital-initiated cancellations fall by over 11 percentage points, patient-initiated cancellations drop almost four percentage points and the proportion of patients who do not attend their…

  123. Nursing and midwifery postgraduate education

    We endeavour to be world class in developing our nurses and midwives to deliver outstanding patient care through the provision of high quality post graduate education.

  124. Improving cancer care pathways at Imperial College Healthcare

    In February 2024, we kicked off a major programme to find out how we could make our cancer care pathways work better for patients and their families, drawing directly on their views and ideas as well as those of our staff and care partners. While…

  125. Leading life sciences organisations join forces in Paddington

    Paddington Life Sciences Partners is an influential partnership group made up of NHS, industry, community and academic organisations.

  126. AI could help pinpoint stroke timing and treatment potential more accurately from brain scans

    New AI software can read the brain scans of patients who have had a stroke to help doctors work out whether it can be successfully treated.

  127. Chemotherapy patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your appointment at the chemotherapy service.

  128. Improving productivity to reduce waiting times

    Our programme to improve operating theatre productivity is helping us tackle long waits that built up in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

  129. Gestational trophoblastic disease patient information

    Find out what to expect from your appointment with our gestational trophoblastic disease service.

  130. Early antiviral responses to rhinovirus infection in asthma

    We are looking for healthy volunteers and patients with asthma aged 18-75 years old to take part in a human infection study with rhinovirus (the common cold).

  131. Investing in our estate while progressing redevelopment

    An update on our redevelopment plans and ongoing investment in our hospitals.

  132. Integrating research further into primary care

    Meet Dr David Wingfield, who has been appointed as the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre's Primary Care Lead

  133. Kidney transplant patients to get blood matched for white blood cells in new pilot

    When needed, kidney transplant patients at Hammersmith Hospital will get blood transfusions matched not just for red blood cells but also for the donor’s tissue type, as part of a new pilot programme.

  134. Renal diabetes

    Jo is a nurse who specialises in diabetes and works with the kidney team. She acts as a link with the kidney doctors and nurses at Imperial as well as the local diabetes teams across north west London. She also works very closely with the kidney…

  135. Innovation partnership looks to recycle facemasks into new products for the NHS

    Millions of items of PPE discarded in hospitals could be recycled into new products for the NHS.

  136. Children's physiotherapy patient information

    Find out what to expect when you attend your child's physiotherapy appointment.

  137. Our journey to equity and inclusion

    The report highlighted flaws in our disciplinary processes, which were leading to an unfair over-representation of staff from Black, Asian and other minoritised groups. The revised processes we developed in response have helped to reduce the…

  138. New heart attack insight could lead to better survival rates after surgery

    New research shows how doctors can improve the timing of surgery for some heart attack patients by the levels of a particular protein in their blood.

  139. First MRIs conducted remotely at the Trust as part of extended opening pilot

    The team at Wembley Community Diagnostic Centre have recently launched a pilot to extend MRI scanning hours and incorporate the latest scanning technology.

  140. Trust staff receive academic promotions from Imperial College London

    Clinical staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been promoted by Imperial College London in the latest round of academic promotions for 2023.   As a research-led NHS Trust, many of our senior clinicians are actively researching in…

  141. “It is incredibly humbling and empowering to be the first doctor to win MasterChef” – Meet Dr Saliha Mahmood-Ahmed

    Dr Saliha Mahmood-Ahmed is a specialist registrar in hepatology and gastroenterology at the Trust. She made history as the first ever doctor to win MasterChef in 2017 and since then she has published three books: Foodology, Khazana and The Kitchen…

  142. Inherited cardiac conditions patient information

    We provide help and support on different aspects of treatment for patients who have been referred to our inherited cardiac conditions service.

  143. Children and young people parents' guide

    Here we’ve provided some information to help you prepare for your child’s visit or stay in hospital.

  144. Portrait exhibition celebrates staff and patients in healthcare research

    A new series of portraits documenting researchers and patients involved in healthcare research has been unveiled in an online photography exhibition. Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) has launched a new gallery of portraits…

  145. The power of public involvement in research

    Dr Kirsten Bell is a senior research fellow in anthropology at our Patient Experience Research Centre. Here she explores the crucial role of public engagement in shaping impactful research and what motivates people to get involved in research. We…

  146. Remote monitoring of heart attack patients significantly reduced hospital readmissions

    Research has found that remote monitoring of patients who had recently had a heart attack could have a significant effect on readmissions to hospital.

  147. Hammersmith hospital ICU

    We care for a wide range of patient groups which includes elective admissions following surgery for monitoring and optimisation as well as emergency admissions for patient who have deteriorated while in hospital or from the community who may need…

  148. Imperial Health Knowledge Bank

    Imperial Health Knowledge Bank Imperial Health Knowledge Bank is a new research resource that will provide every one of our patients with an easy opportunity to be part of research and contribute to medical science. Taking part is optional and does…

  149. Register with our maternity services

    Translating this information: To translate this information into your preferred language, click the Google Translate icon located in the top-right menu,…

  150. New Lancet Commission led by cardiology consultant calls for rethink on coronary artery disease

    A new Lancet Commission led by cardiology consultant, Dr Rasha Al-Lamee, proposes reframing coronary artery disease as a lifelong condition, prioritising early detection, prevention and treatment.

  151. Meet the team - episode two

    In this week’s episode of Hospital on BBC Two, our staff work with patients who have cancer. Meet staff who work in our cancer services providing world-class care to our patients every day.

  152. Information for young people

    We offer a wide range of healthcare services, based at St Mary's Hospital, to people under 18 years of age. Our aim is to minimise disruption to your life and give you more say in the treatment and care you receive. And if we’ve looked after you…

  153. AI analysis could help guide the optimum time to collect eggs for IVF success

    A new analysis using AI has shown that IVF treatment is more likely to be successful if the egg collection process starts when follicles reach a certain size.

  154. “There aren’t many careers where you can save or change a person’s life for the better”: Meet Chris Jordan, consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon

    Major trauma is made up of various specialist and expert teams who care for patients with the most severe injuries and support them on their journey to recovery. Here, Chris Jordan, consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon, gives an insight into…

  155. Patient information and education

    Learn how to prepare for your appointments with the young adult kidney clinic and find important information about managing your kidney condition.

  156. Trust staff receive academic promotions from Imperial College London

    Clinical staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have been promoted by Imperial College London in the latest round of academic promotions for 2024.

  157. Better waste management

    We will the reduce the level of waste (including hazardous waste) we produce as a Trust, by improving waste management capabilities across the organisation, including embedding best practices around recycling and disposal.

  158. New findings suggest smoking increases social isolation and loneliness

    Smokers may become more socially isolated and lonely than non-smokers as they get older, a new study suggests.  Previous research has found that people who are isolated and lonely are more likely to smoke. However, this latest study – which is the…

  159. Improving the lives of patients with sickle cell disease: Meet Steven Okoli

    Sickle cell disease is the most common genetic blood condition in the UK, affecting approximately 17,500 people. Here, Steven Okoli, consultant in red cell haematology, discusses his research into improving treatment and health outcomes for…

  160. New Trust non-executive directors appointed as board in common is established

    Linda Burke, Aman Dalvi, David Moss and Janet Rubin have been appointed to the board of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust as non-executive directors. With other board colleagues - chair Matthew Swindells, vice chair Bob Alexander, existing…

  161. New programme to advance diversity and inclusion in clinical trials

    The North West London Clinical Trials Alliance has joined a new programme to advance diversity and inclusion in clinical trials.

  162. St Mary's hospital ICU

    We care for a wide range of patient groups which includes elective admissions following surgery for monitoring and optimisation as well as emergency admissions for patient who have deteriorated while in hospital or from the community who may need…

  163. Refer to the community cardiology and respiratory service

    Find out how to refer patients to our community cardiology and respiratory service.

  164. Neonatology patient information

    Information for parents and visitors of our neonatal units.

  165. "Imperial College Healthcare is a great place to pursue clinical research": Meet Rowan Boyles

    Physiotherapist Rowan Boyles has recently been awarded an NIHR Imperial BRC PhD Fellowship to research the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation, a type of brain stimulation, in spinal cord injury. Here, Rowan tells us more about his PhD…

  166. Ultrasound scan can diagnose prostate cancer

    An ultrasound scan can be used to detect cases of prostate cancer, according to new research by Imperial College London, University College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The study found that a new type of ultrasound scan can…

  167. What to expect

    Find out what to expect before your cardiology appointment

  168. First UK patients receive experimental mRNA therapy for cancer at Imperial College Healthcare

    Some patients with cancer at the Trust have become the first in the UK to receive a new treatment that could help their bodies recognise and fight cancer cells.

  169. Appeal to build The Fleming Centre is launched, with HRH Prince William announced as Patron

    Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London have launched an appeal to build The Fleming Centre, which will drive a global movement to tackle antimicrobial resistance.

  170. “Life sciences is key to the future of the NHS” - Professor Tim Orchard

    Professor Tim Orchard shares the major role of life sciences in the future of the NHS and the vision for our growing life sciences cluster in Paddington.

  171. Nursing and midwifery undergraduate education

    We provide learning opportunities and deliver dynamic pre-registration placements to prepare our nursing and midwifery students for professional life.

  172. Cancer services patient information

    Services including Macmillan Cancer Support, Maggie's West London and CLIC Sargent are on-site at Charing Cross Hospital to support you through your cancer diagnosis and cancer treatment.

  173. Radiotherapy patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your radiotherapy appointment.

  174. Meet the team

    Management team Professor Alan Winston (lead clinician clinical trials centre) Professor Alan Winston is a consultant physician at Imperial College Healthcare and a professor of HIV and genitourinary medicine at Imperial College London. He has an…

  175. Patient and public involvement

    Our patient and public involvement strategy sets out our objectives and plans to ensure our organisation listens and responds to the needs and preferences of our patients and communities.

  176. Trust consultant wins prestigious research award

    Professor Alex Comninos has won the prestigious researcher award in this year’s Royal College of Physicians Awards, run jointly with the National Institute for Health and Care Research.

  177. Neuro-oncology patient information

    Find out what to expect from your appointment with our neuro-oncology service, which offers diagnosis and treatment for brain tumours and spinal tumours.

  178. “Rare diseases need to be focussed into specialist centres so that patient outcomes can improve”: Meet Professor Michael Seckl

    Rare cancers affect less than 6 in 100,000 people a year or 1 in 5 new patients diagnosed with cancer. Professor Michael Seckl is a consultant oncologist at the Trust, director of our national Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Service, and the lead…

  179. The Fleming Centre: Driving the fight against antimicrobial resistance

    Professor Ara Darzi, Chair of The Fleming Centre Initiative, writes about the pivotal role this centre will play in the fight against AMR and the far-reaching impact it promises to deliver. 

  180. Meet the team - episode four

    In this week’s episode of Hospital on BBC Two shines a light on our heart attack centre and our neurology and cancer services. Meet staff who work in cardiology, neurology and cancer services providing world-class care to our patients every day.

  181. Meet Dr Frances Akor, consultant pharmacist

    Dr Frances Akor reflects on her career specialising in anticoagulation, working with UK Anti-Doping to protect clean sport, and her role at London 2012.

  182. Patient information

    Learn more about what you can expect from our cardiovascular health and rehabilitation programme.

  183. Neonatal care app designed at Imperial College Healthcare now available nationally

    An app designed by doctors, nurses and therapists at Imperial College Healthcare to help support parents of premature babies receiving care in the neonatal unit is now available to parents across the country, following licensing of the app for the…

  184. How a new approach to hair can help us provide better patient care

    We’re working to ensure that every patient feels cared for in every sense, including for all aspects of personal care, such as haircare. Discover the new hair products being piloted in our intensive care units as part of our efforts to be more…

  185. Meet the team episode three

    In this week’s episode of Hospital on BBC Two, our staff work with patients who have dementia and mental health conditions. Meet staff who work in our dementia and elderly services providing world-class care to our patients every day.

  186. Dr Georgina Williams on supporting patients with breast cancer

    To conclude Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we sat down with Dr Georgina Williams, a consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon, to explore her work alongside the breast reconstruction team at Charing Cross Hospital.

  187. Waiting for an appointment, surgery or treatment

    Find out how we prioritise patients, how long you can expect to wait for your appointment, and what we are doing to reduce waiting times at our hospitals.

  188. Multi-million-pound trial to find best flu treatments

    A new national trial, led by Imperial College Healthcare and Imperial College London, aims to find the most effective treatments for people hospitalised with severe flu.

  189. Patient education on advanced kidney care

  190. Meet Matthew Swindells, the first joint chair for all four acute trusts in north west London

    Matthew Swindells has just taken up his new role as joint chair for the four acute trusts in north west London. He will help guide the leadership teams at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS…

  191. Challenging gender bias in artificial intelligence

    In this blog, consultant paediatrician Dr Sharon Jheeta gives an insight into her research on inequities in artificial intelligence (AI) and her involvement in our Trust's AI steering group.

  192. "Nurses are perfectly placed to take part in research." Meet Niamh Bohnacker, senior clinical research nurse

    Niamh Bohnacker is senior clinical research nurse and tells us about the Neurosurgery, Emergency and Trauma (NET) research team.

  193. Bleeding and clotting disorders patient information

    Find out more about the bleeding and clotting disorders service, including essential contact details and specialist resources.

  194. Help us improve patient information for the Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Service

    Thank you for your interest in taking part. Below is some information about the project and a short form to register your interest in taking part. What is the purpose of this project? The aim of this work is to understand the quality of the…

  195. Researchers awarded £1m to trial quicker diagnostic tools for prostate cancer

    Researchers from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London have been awarded £1 million to trial new MRI scanning methods to diagnose prostate cancer.

  196. Information about molar pregnancy

    Find out more about molar pregnancy and how we manage it at Charing Cross Hospital.

  197. Meet the team - Emergency on Channel 4

    At the major trauma centre at St Mary's Hospital, expert trauma specialists help patients with the most severe injuries. Meet the teams featured in "Emergency," the groundbreaking documentary airing on Channel 4 in February 2022.

  198. “There is a whole system that comes together for every patient:” Professor Raj Bhattacharya on his surgical career 

    Orthopaedic surgeon Prof Raj Bhattacharya, who features in the Channel 4 hospital documentary Emergency, on trauma surgery and his “portfolio career”.

  199. Parkinson’s Disease Research Unit

    Parkinson's disease affects 1% of the population over the age of 65, but can also develop in people at a much younger age. The key symptoms are tremor, stiffness and slowness of movement. It can also be associated with a number of other "non-motor"…

  200. Staying well while you wait

    Waiting for a while can have a huge impact on your daily life, including your mental health, so it’s important to look after your wellbeing too. There are things you can do to help you stay well and prepare for your procedure if you are having one.

  201. CQC rating

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the independent regulator of healthcare services in England. The CQC works with NHS organisations like us to make sure we provide people with safe, effective, compassionate and high-quality care.

  202. Help us improve patient information

    Thank you for your interest in taking part. Below is some information about the project and a short form to register your interest in taking part. What is the purpose of this project? The aim of this work is to understand the current patient…

  203. Our board

    Our board consists of the chair and chief executive and seven non-executive directors and five executive directors. See our board's biographies below. Our board has overall responsibility for leadership, direction, control and risk management. It…

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