1. Post-transplant care

    While kidney transplantation is a successful treatment for kidney failure, there is always a possibility that there will be complications. Your transplant team are here to work in partnership with you to help reduce the chance of you experiencing…

  2. Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital wards

    This page includes useful information about each of our wards at Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital, including: visiting times, protected meal times, contact details and simple directions.

  3. Strikes in October - get the dates and answers to common questions

    The British Medical Association (BMA) and Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association (HCSA) are planning further strikes including joint industrial action in the first week in October. There will also be strikes affecting the tube and…

  4. Consenting for your operation or procedure

    All patients must give their consent before they receive any type of medical treatment or operation. Giving consent means giving your permission to have a treatment, operation, test, or examination. Your doctor will explain what will happen during…

  5. St Mary's Hospital wards

    This page includes useful information about each of our wards at St Mary's Hospital, including: visiting times, protected meal times, contact details and simple directions.

  6. Reduced use of plastics

    We will reduce the use of plastics across our hospital sites and various supply chains, particularly single-use plastics, used for both clinical and non-clinical reasons, such as those in medical equipment and across various supply chains.

  7. Contact and find us

    Depending on your needs, there are various ways to contact us. The information and links provided on this page will direct you to the appropriate contacts.

  8. Band 5 nurse emergency department recruitment morning

    “I love my job. We’re like a family – we all look after each other. Many of the patients we see have complex needs, but that’s what makes it interesting – treating and developing a clinical pathway for them.” Alma, Emergency Department – Band 6,…

  9. Friends of St Mary’s Hospital

    The Friends of St Mary’s Hospital is an independent voluntary organisation providing support and raising funds for St Mary’s and The Western Eye hospitals.

  10. Feedback

    Feedback and Compliments We’re always glad to hear about anything you think we’re doing well. Friends and Family Test Friends and family test: We would like to hear about your experience of our services. Let us know by completing our anonymous…

  11. NHS75: Introducing Dr Alasdair Fraser, a medical student at the start of the NHS

    Dr Alasdair Fraser, retired consultant in obstetrics and gynaecology, aged 92, shares some of his memories as a medical student at St Mary’s Hospital at the start of the NHS.

  12. 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.

  13. 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…

  14. Band 5 nurse Emergency department recruitment coffee morning

      We are excited to invite you to Join our Band 5 Staff Nurse Emergency Department coffee morning. Join our adult emergency nursing teams at Charing Cross Hospital and work in a fast-paced environment. Working in a brand new, £.75 million state of…

  15. Haematology open day

    We are excited to be hosting an open day for nurses considering a career in Haematology. We welcome interest from nurses from all backgrounds, previous experience in clinical haematology is by no means essential. We provide training and…

  16. Surgery division recruitment morning

    We are excited to be hosting our divisional recruitment events for 2020 for nurses considering a career with Imperial College Healthcare. We welcome interest from all registered nurses from all backgrounds. We provide training and development…

  17. 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.

  18. Two Trust nurses receive internationally recognised award for outstanding care

    On 4 April, the first DAISY Award ceremony was held at Charing Cross Hospital for two nurses who have demonstrated outstanding care to patients and their families. 

  19. 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…

  20. Better Hospitals webinar now available to watch

    Data and AI innovation is transforming healthcare: who benefits most?

  21. Join our next Better Hospitals webinar on 1st March

    In this free webinar four experts including Indra Joshi, AI lead at NHSx, will discuss how hospitals, patients, healthcare innovators, researchers, and business can work best together on wider and safe use of data and AI in front line…

  22. New national patient choice programme

    All NHS patients waiting over 40 weeks for elective care, and who do not have an appointment date within the next eight weeks, will be contacted by their hospital and given the opportunity to travel to a different hospital if it means they could be…

  23. Trust achieves accreditation as Living Wage Employer

    Imperial College Healthcare has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer

  24. Preparing for an appointment

    In this section: Receiving your appointment letter Communication preferences Changing or cancelling your appointment Accessibility support Bringing someone with you What to bring with you to your appointment How to get…

  25. Maximising community voices in research

    The NIHR Imperial BRC has recruited over 80 members of the public to be Community Partners, up from 18 in the last BRC contract.

  26. 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…

  27. Online webinar event on St Mary's redevelopment

    We urgently need a bigger, better hospital to respond to the area’s changing and growing health needs. We want to work with local communities to build a better St Mary’s Hospital with new state-of-the-art clinical facilities within a vibrant…

  28. MR-guided focused ultrasound for essential tremor

    Thanks to a grant from Imperial College Healthcare Charity, the Trust was able to acquire specialist equipment to trial magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound to treat essential tremor.

  29. Urology GP Study Afternoon

    Urology specialists from the Trust will present talks on a range of topics relevant to general practice. About this event The topics for the afternoon will include: Increased PSA and diagnostics Bladder outflow obstruction…

  30. New Digital Collaboration Space to boost health data-enabled research, as part of Paddington Life Sciences

    New Digital Collaboration Space to boost health data-enabled research, within Paddington Life Sciences

  31. 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.

  32. 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…

  33. Surgery, cancer and cardiovascular December recruitment event

    A chance to meet with some of our clinical team, learn more about the Trust, the job opportunities we have and how we can support your career.

  34. Library and Evidence Services

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

  35. 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.

  36. Older person rapid access clinic patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to the older person's rapid access clinic (OPRAC).

  37. Heat map of loneliness in London could provide insights into social isolation

    A new project to map loneliness in London hopes to highlight the scale of the issue and target existing services to those who need them most.

  38. 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…

  39. Contact dermatitis and skin allergies

    Our contact dermatitis clinic at St Mary’s Hospital offers patch testing to help identify potential causes of skin allergy.

  40. Refer to the neuro-oncology service

    Find out how to refer patients to our neuro-oncology service, which cares for patients with brain tumours and spinal tumours from across north west London.

  41. Oesophago-gastric cancer patient information

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

  42. 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.

  43. Our plans for Western Eye

    The Western Eye Hospital is an ageing building in real need of repair. There is strong consensus that the Western Eye needs to be co-located with other services, including a general A&E, to improve safety and patient experience. We originally…

  44. Developing a vaccine and other new treatments for COVID-19

    Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) is working at the forefront of research and patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the first of a series of seminars of our work on COVID-19, two experts will talk about their work into…

  45. Extra help and services you may need

    Carers We recognise the importance of working in partnership with carers so that they receive the support they need to help you. Speak to the nurse in charge if you have a carer or if you are a carer.  Dementia support Being in hospital can be…

  46. Professor Dame Lesley Regan appointed as government’s first ever Women’s Health Ambassador

    Professor Dame Lesley Regan, Trust consultant at St Mary’s Hospital, has been appointed as the government’s first ever Women’s Health Ambassador for England.

  47. Management of recurrent miscarriage GP study afternoon

    Obstetrics & Maternity specialists from the Trust and west London region will present talks on topics relevant to general practice: About this event Preterm Birth Management of the couple experiencing recurrent Miscarriages;…

  48. 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM)

    The AGM will be hosted by Professor Tim Orchard, chief executive of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Matthew Swindells, chair of North West London Acute Provider Collaborative. We welcome patients, carers, families, the public and staff to…

  49. 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.

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  51. Children's haematology, blood and marrow transplantation patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to hospital for your child's haematology, blood and marrow transplantation appointment.

  52. UK and US neurosurgeons in mixed reality first

    Imperial College Healthcare came together with Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine last week for what is believed to be the first-ever publicly documented fully-remote, multi-institution neurosurgical case discussion in mixed…

  53. 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.

  54. Women in labour

    Learn what to do if you or someone else is in labour

  55. Living with a transplant

    Testing your blood pressure  We recommend that you buy a blood pressure machine so that you can monitor your blood pressure at home. Learn how to check your blood pressure at home. Your transplant doctor will be able to tell you what blood…

  56. 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.

  57. 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.

  58. 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…

  59. How to refer to pelvic health physiotherapy in pregnancy

    Find out how to refer to our pelvic health physiotherapy service.

  60. Feeding your baby

    How to feed your baby will be an ongoing conversation with your midwife throughout pregnancy.

  61. 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…

  62. Meet the bowel cancer screening team

    Our service is managed by a team of consultants and screening practitioners.

  63. Board meeting 10 November 2021

    Board meeting on Wednesday 10 November 2021. We welcome patients, members of the public, staff and partners to our public board meetings.

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  65. World Patient Safety Day is on Thursday 14 September 2023. Join our virtual event - Elevating Patient Voices

    World Patient Safety Day is on Thursday 14 September 2023. Join our virtual event - Elevating Patient Voices

  66. Referral information

    GPs and practice managers can use the information on this page to make a new referral or enquire about an existing patient.

  67. Cleaner air

    We will contribute to the reduction of harmful particle matter in the air around our hospitals sites and in our city, to create a greener and safer environment for our communities.

  68. First wave of rest nests handed over to Trust staff

    First wave of fully refurbished, interior-designed staff breakrooms handed over to intensive care, pharmacy and acute medicine teams in new ‘rest nest’ programme. Three fully refurbished staff ‘rest nests’ have opened at Imperial College Healthcare…

  69. Lay partner contact details and agreement v4 docx file icon

  70. Patient information

    Find out what to expect when you come to your appointment or class.

  71. 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,…

  72. Apprenticeships

    Gain new qualifications and fulfil your potential with an apprenticeship.

  73. Fasting focus group

    Join our patient focus group to help improve our services

  74. 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 …

  75. Healthcare science services

    Healthcare science services are focused on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a range of conditions.

  76. 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.

  77. Finalists at HSJ Digital Awards

    Imperial College Healthcare has been shortlisted for five HSJ Digital Awards.

  78. Humans of Health Research series - issue 10

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

  79. “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.

  80. Early pregnancy and acute gynaecological/gynaecology emergency care patient information

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

  81. 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…

  82. Refer to the rapid access gynaecology service

    Find out how to refer patients to our rapid access gynaecology clinic.

  83. How Covid 19 is changing hospital design

    In this online event, the first of our ‘Better hospitals’ series, four experts will discuss how rapid learning during the first wave of Covid-19 is changing healthcare and hospital design. They will consider lessons learned from staff and patient…

  84. Charity grant helps doctors utilise data to improve outcomes for patients with ovarian cancer

    Doctors are pioneering a new approach to data analysis that will help improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients with ovarian cancer.

  85. Understanding how to best collect and act on patients’ information and communication needs

    Our hospital is committed to delivering patient-centered care, and improving our services, so that they meet the unique needs of individuals.  One of the Trust’s priority programmes is improvement of our outpatient services, and a key aspect of…

  86. “Clinical trials help improve medical practice and discover new treatments” – meet Idah Mojela

    Idah Mojela is lead research nurse for HIV & Infectious Disease at Imperial College Healthcare. For International Clinical Trials Day, Saturday 20 May, she tells us what attracted her to a career in research and why clinical trials are important.

  87. Fleming Initiative launches a new media network to tackle antimicrobial resistance

    The Fleming Initiative has launched an innovative new media network to unite clinician content creators & communication experts in fighting antimicrobial resistance.

  88. 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).

  89. "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.

  90. Children's HIV family clinics

    Our children's HIV family service holds clinics at St Mary's Hospital.

  91. Monkeypox - update and advice

    The UKHSA is currently investigating a number of cases of monkeypox in England. Monkeypox is a viral infection. It is usually a mild self-limiting illness, spread by very close contact with an infected person and most people recover within a few…

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