Southmead Hospital NHS

30/12/2025

Congratulations to the incredible Dr Fiona Donald, who worked at Southmead for 27 years before her retirement. We couldn't be more proud of you! 🤩

We’re thrilled to share that former NBT Consultant Anaesthetist, Dr Fiona Donald, is to be made an OBE!

Dr Donald has been recognised in the 2026 New Year’s Honours List for services to anaesthesia, intensive care and pain management throughout a career spanning more than four decades. She worked at NBT for 27 years before retiring, and is also a former president of the Royal College of Anaesthetists.

We can’t think of a more fitting way to mark an exemplary career. Congratulations to Dr Donald – everyone at NBT is so proud of you 👏

25/12/2025

23/12/2025

Members of our Intensive Care Unit Team sang at a memorial services for relatives of people who have passed away in the unit.

Every year the team organise the service to provide a space to reflect for colleagues and relatives.

This year the service was held at Kings Weston House and was attended by about 120 people.

Colleagues returned from maternity leave or new roles to sing with the choir, creating a special moment for all who attended. 💙

17/12/2025

If you have an urgent health concern, think 111 first.
NHS 111 will direct you to the most appropriate service to use. Visit http://111.nhs.uk or call 111 for advice.

16/12/2025

During the resident doctors’ strike, our hospitals will continue to welcome family and friends visiting loved ones.
To help keep our patients and colleagues safe, please do not visit a patient if you are feeling unwell. This includes symptoms of a cold, flu, COVID‑19, diarrhoea, sickness, a sore throat, or fever.
When visiting, remember to practice good hand hygiene by washing your hands regularly and using the hand sanitiser available throughout our hospitals.
Thank you for helping us protect those who need our care most. 💙

15/12/2025

Some services may be affected by national strike action from 7am on Wednesday 17 December until 7am on Monday 22 December.
Please continue to come forward for the care you need. Unless you hear from us directly, you should attend your appointment as normal.
If you need medical help, use 111 online, and in emergencies, please call 999.
Find out more ➡️https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/about-us/news-media/latest-news/national-doctors-industrial-action-update-december-2025

11/12/2025

If you have an appointment during the upcoming strike action (from 7am on Wednesday 17 December until 7am on Monday 22 December), please attend your appointment as normal, unless you hear from us.

We will be in touch with patients directly if we need to rearrange your appointment.

Find out more: https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/about-us/news-media/latest-news/national-doctors-industrial-action-update-december-2025

02/12/2025

Local NHS services are extremely busy at the moment as flu and winter illnesses rise.

Please help us help you:

💉 Get your flu jab. It’s the best way to protect yourself and those around you.

🧼 Stop germs spreading. Wash your hands often, cover coughs and sneezes, stay home if you feel unwell, and use hand gel or masks when visiting hospitals.

🏠 Help loved ones leave hospital sooner. Home is best for recovery. Could you provide a lift or make sure their home is ready? Speak to the ward team if you can help.

Let's all stay well this winter.

Find out more about flu vaccination and local walk-in clinics via the link in the comments below 👇

29/11/2025

Our hospital is under pressure right now.

If you attend our emergency department with a non-emergency condition you may experience a long wait.

If you think you need medical help but aren’t sure what to do, please use NHS 111. ▶️ https://111.nhs.uk

14/11/2025

If it’s not a life-threatening situation but you need urgent care, don't forget your local minor injuries unit, pharmacy or GP can help.
Not sure what care you need? Call 111 or visit https://111.nhs.uk/

13/11/2025

During the resident doctors’ strike action, we will continue to welcome family and friends visiting patients at our hospitals.

12/11/2025

Some services may be affected by national strike action from 7am on Friday 14 November until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.
Please continue to come forward for the care you need. Unless you hear from us directly, you should attend your appointment as normal.
If you need medical help, use 111 online, and in emergencies, please call 999.
Find out more: https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/about-us/news-media/latest-news/national-doctors-industrial-action-update-4