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by Eleanor Adams
by Elizabeth Martin
Gloucestershire Hospitals is committed to excellence in cancer care, particularly in the realm of supporting patients undergoing Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT). With a focus on patient comfort and well-being, the Oncology department continues to provide innovative techniques and services to alleviate some of the burdens associated with cancer treatment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has downgraded the rating for maternity services at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to ‘Inadequate’ following an unannounced inspection
You have attended Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) or the Ambulatory Emergency Care (AEC) department because you have a tiny tear on the outer part of your lung. This is called a spontaneous primary pneumothorax. This page gives you information about what to expect when treated for a spontaneous primary pneumothorax.
You have been advised to have a flexible sigmoidoscopy to investigate the cause of your symptoms. It is important that you read this page before your appointment so that you understand what will happen during the procedure and any preparations needed.
Plasma calcitonin is indicated in the investigation and monitoring of medullary carcinoma of the thyroid (MTC).
Our lab staff perform tests on tissues and fluids to help with diagnosis and treatment. Our pathology staff also provide blood tests at our hospitals and in the community.
Mr Okonkwo has completed 2 internationally recognised fellowships. The first in London in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery with a focus on rhinoplasty and skin cancers. The second in complex sinus disease and anterior skull-base surgery.
From sharing your thoughts and ideas, to helping out in and around our hospitals, from becoming a member and electing our governors to fundraising for our charity – there are many different ways you can get involved.
The quality of laboratory investigations can depend not only on the quality of the specimen, but also on the quality of the information which we receive with the specimen. Inadequate information may lead to sample rejection, inappropriate testing or a delay in testing whilst further information is sought.
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This page gives you information about what the Early Discharge Scheme (EDS) is, how it works and what to expect as a patient.
About our Pathology service, work experience opportunities we offer and details of how to tour our laboratories.
Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) Tom Haswell from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital's Emergency Department marks a major milestone this week of 50 years' nursing service.
We are proud to announce the launch of a new, dedicated website section designed specifically for patients undergoing Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT), commonly known as chemotherapy.
By Dr H Iftikhar, Dr S Alaee, Dr J Bennett, Dr A Creamer, Dr R Kaminski, Dr D Windsor, Dr C Sharp
This 24-hour helpline is for oncology and haematology patients who are unwell or experiencing side effects from their cancer or treatment while at home.
The delivery suite at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital is a state of the art facility, designed to give you the best possible service if you need medical assistance during labour.
No specific preparation is required
