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Changes to Cheltenham A&E during BMA Industrial Action 17 - 22 December
The allocated appointment length is between 20 and 40 minutes; please allow the whole morning or afternoon in case you need tests.
If other investigations required please check CSF Sample Requirements for further details.
No specific patient preparation is required.
This page gives you information about having ENTONOX® as pain relief during lower end endoscopic procedures.
This page provides information about major head and neck surgery including the risks involved and what to expect when you go home.
Our vision aims to transform cancer care for thousands of patients.
Our chaplains provide spiritual and pastoral care and support for all faiths to help people find strength, comfort and meaning at what can be a very difficult time in their lives.
The Gloucestershire health system undertook public consultation in 2020 and further engagement between 2022 and 2023 on shaping the future of our hospital services.
Start a 5-minute timer. If you have a busy list then stop at 5 minutes. If the whole team wants to carry on beyond 5-minutes, then do!
Gloucestershire Maternity and Neonatal teams are taking part in the Maternal and Neonatal Health Safety Collaborative (MNHSC), to increase the number of babies discharged to a smoke-free home.
The ‘End PJ paralysis’ campaign aims to help patients to become active in their recovery, keep their independence and help improve mental wellbeing and dignity.
Gloucestershire Hospitals is rolling out a new digital system in maternity services
The time it takes to produce a test result depends largely on the type of investigation requested. This can vary from minutes to weeks. Please consult the tests and samples database for the expected turn around time for each type of test.
by Caroline Phelps
This page explains the structure and support offered by the Specialist Palliative Care team within Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
The emergency surgical assessment unit (ESAU) treats patients who have been referred by their GP, or by A&E, to be assessed for emergency treatment.
This page contains information about ‘dry eye’ which is a common ophthalmic (eye) condition. Dry eye is sometimes called ‘dry eye syndrome’ or ‘dry eye disease’.
In 2013, I celebrated my 36th birthday with my twin brother Tim, with a family lunch, a trip to the Lego store, followed by an appointment that night for a short stay at Royal Liverpool Hospital.
For information on specific flow cytometry tests, please see the following test pages:
This page provides you with information about how to care for your Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) catheter following insertion. A PD catheter is a tube that is inserted into your abdomen to allow for peritoneal dialysis. After the PD catheter has been inserted it should be cared for as advised by the PD team. This will help to reduce the risk of infection or displacement. It will also provide a smooth start to PD. You will be given detailed instructions for long term care by the PD nurse looking after you.
