Countess Of Chester Hospital

Countess Of Chester Hospital Welcome to the official page for Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This page is monitored Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm.

We provide safe, kind, effective hospital care across Chester, Ellesmere Port, Neston & Deeside. The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides safe, kind and effective care to communities across Chester, Ellesmere Port, Neston, Deeside and surrounding areas. We operate across three sites:

Countess of Chester Hospital – 473-bed acute hospital
Ellesmere Port Hospital – 60-bed rehab

ilitation and outpatient facility
Tarporley War Memorial Hospital – community care services

With nearly 6,000 staff, we care for a population of over 400,000 people and support more than 643,000 patient attendances each year, from outpatient appointments to major surgery. We are rooted in our community and driven by compassion. Our goal is to provide timely, high-quality care in a respectful and safe environment, ensuring every patient feels valued and confident in their treatment. Please Note: We encourage open and respectful conversations here but reserve the right to remove posts or comments that are inappropriate or name staff without consent. This page is for social interaction, not medical advice. For medical concerns, please contact your GP or call NHS 111.

Being heard is not only a right but an important part of improving patient care.Our Call 4 Concern service is here for i...
16/04/2026

Being heard is not only a right but an important part of improving patient care.

Our Call 4 Concern service is here for immediate worries about a patient who is currently in our care.

If you are worried about signs of deterioration — in yourself or a loved one — and feel something isn’t being picked up, Call 4 Concern allows you to ask for a clinical review at that moment.

You can find out more here: https://www.coch.nhs.uk/patients-visitors-and-public/call-4-concern.aspx

A note about comments:

We know posts about speaking up can sometimes prompt people to share difficult past experiences of care. That’s completely understandable.

However, this post is specifically about how to raise urgent clinical concerns in-the-moment through Call 4 Concern, so we’ll be switching comments off to keep things focused.

If you have concerns about a past episode of care or non-urgent matters and would like to talk to someone, please contact our PALS team, who handle complaints, feedback and support after care has taken place:
📞 01244 366066
📧 cochpals@nhs.net

They can listen, support you and ensure your experience is reviewed properly.

What a wonderful story 🥰
15/04/2026

What a wonderful story 🥰

💗 Supporting new mums through cancer treatment 💗This spring, we’re launching a new project that will ensure mums in Che...
14/04/2026

💗 Supporting new mums through cancer treatment 💗

This spring, we’re launching a new project that will ensure mums in Chester who need to pause breastfeeding during cancer treatment can still give their babies safe, donated human milk.

When chemotherapy or radiotherapy means breastfeeding has to stop suddenly, the Cherish project will offer families comfort, reassurance and a way to continue giving their baby the benefits of human milk at a time that can feel overwhelming.

Supported by The Milk Bank at Chester, as well as the South Central and West Child Health Information Service and charity Mummy’s Star, the Cherish project is about ‘compassion, dignity and making sure no family feels forgotten’.

Pictured here: Our wonderful Milk Bank team who have been working hard on this brilliant project.

Resident doctors’ industrial action has now ended.Thank you for your patience and understanding.Our services remain very...
13/04/2026

Resident doctors’ industrial action has now ended.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Our services remain very busy, particularly A&E, so please help us by choosing the right NHS service for your needs.

Emergency care and other critical services such as maternity departments will be open throughout the current industrial ...
12/04/2026

Emergency care and other critical services such as maternity departments will be open throughout the current industrial action, and life-threatening calls will still be responded to.

If it’s less urgent, please try NHS 111 Online or your local pharmacy or GP practice first.

*If you are feeling unwell with cold, flu, or respiratory symptoms, we kindly ask that you postpone your visit to loved ones in hospital.

GP practices will continue to be open during the resident doctors strike today. Please continue to attend your GP and de...
11/04/2026

GP practices will continue to be open during the resident doctors strike today.
Please continue to attend your GP and dental appointments unless you are told otherwise.

For urgent help, use NHS 111 Online and in an emergency call 999.

Families often know when something isn’t right.Call 4 Concern gives patients and loved ones a direct way to speak up and...
10/04/2026

Families often know when something isn’t right.

Call 4 Concern gives patients and loved ones a direct way to speak up and request an urgent clinical review if they’re worried about deterioration. It’s part of how we’re delivering Martha’s Rule at the Countess of Chester Hospital.

A year on from launch, we’re now able to share how the service is being used locally.

Swipe to see the picture 👇

It's important to choose the right NHS service for your needs, during industrial action. If you're unsure, visit https:/...
10/04/2026

It's important to choose the right NHS service for your needs, during industrial action.

If you're unsure, visit https://111.nhs.uk/ to be directed to the right place.

Not sure where to turn? Here’s how to choose well:🩺 NHS 111 – If you’re unsure, start here. Call or go online for expert...
09/04/2026

Not sure where to turn? Here’s how to choose well:

🩺 NHS 111 – If you’re unsure, start here. Call or go online for expert advice 24/7. They’ll guide you to the right care – pharmacy, GP, urgent treatment centre or A&E if needed.

💊 Pharmacy – Your local pharmacist can help with common illnesses. No appointment needed, confidential advice provided.

🏠 Self-care – Many minor issues can be treated at home with rest and over-the-counter remedies. Keep a well-stocked medicine cabinet.

👩‍⚕️ Your GP – For ongoing symptoms, prescriptions, chronic pain or long-term conditions. They can also refer you for specialist care.

🚨 A&E – For life-threatening emergencies only.

Right care, right place. Help us help you.

*If you are feeling unwell with cold, flu, or respiratory symptoms, we kindly ask that you postpone your visit to loved ones in hospital.

Emergency care and other critical services such as maternity departments will be open throughout the current industrial ...
08/04/2026

Emergency care and other critical services such as maternity departments will be open throughout the current industrial action, and life-threatening calls will still be responded to.

If it’s less urgent, please try NHS 111 Online or your local pharmacy or GP practice first.

We’re extremely proud to share that Claire Slater, an Advanced Clinical Practitioner in our Acute Medical Division, has...
07/04/2026

We’re extremely proud to share that Claire Slater, an Advanced Clinical Practitioner in our Acute Medical Division, has been named a national finalist at the Student Nursing Times Awards 2026! 👏

Claire is one of just ten finalists in the Learner of the Year: Post Registration category and will attend the awards ceremony in London on 24 April.

Nominated by Liverpool John Moores University, Claire was recognised for her outstanding progress during her postgraduate apprenticeship studies in Advanced Clinical Practice - consistently achieving top grades, representing her cohort, and excelling in her role here at the Trust, all while overcoming significant personal challenges.

Claire’s nomination also follows her quick thinking during an off‑duty emergency in August 2024, when she delivered lifesaving CPR to a member of the public until emergency services arrived.

Claire described it as 'an incredible honour' to be nominated, and the recognition 'means more than I can say'.

Please join us in congratulating Claire on this fantastic achievement - and wishing her lots of luck for the ceremony 👏👏👏

Resident doctors have begun a five-day strike, from today through to Monday 13 April. Our A&E is expected to be extremel...
07/04/2026

Resident doctors have begun a five-day strike, from today through to Monday 13 April.

Our A&E is expected to be extremely busy during this period. If it’s less urgent, please try NHS 111 Online or your local pharmacy or GP practice first.

5 things you need to know about the strike:

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The Countess Of Chester Health Park, Liverpool Road
Chester
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