Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and Charity

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and Charity Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital is an 'Outstanding' rated specialist Trust and one of the leading specialist heart and chest centres in the country.
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Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital is a twice 'outstanding' rated trust and one of the largest specialist heart and chest hospitals in the UK, providing specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology and respiratory medicine.

Christmas has officially arrived at LHCH and we’re hoping that this year’s festive decorations bring a little extra joy ...
01/12/2025

Christmas has officially arrived at LHCH and we’re hoping that this year’s festive decorations bring a little extra joy to both our patients and staff. A big thank you to LHCH Charity for making this possible!💙

We were delighted to present Steph Bray, Sister on Oak Ward, with the Employee of the Month Award for October. 👏Jonathan...
28/11/2025

We were delighted to present Steph Bray, Sister on Oak Ward, with the Employee of the Month Award for October. 👏

Jonathan Mathews, Executive Managing Director, surprised Steph with her well-deserved award. Steph was nominated by several patients on the ward who shared how tirelessly she works, with nothing ever being a problem for her. They praised her ‘professionalism’ and highlighted how her outstanding ‘competence’ shone throughout the day. They said, “Steph has a lovely temperament and was a true breath of fresh air!”

Congratulations to Steph! If you are currently being cared for at LHCH, or are a family member of a patient, you can nominate your ‘Employee of the Month’ in the Our Patients section of our website. https://tinyurl.com/5cjkk7zk

Yesterday, colleagues from across LHCH came together to celebrate International Day of Radiology!This worldwide event hi...
27/11/2025

Yesterday, colleagues from across LHCH came together to celebrate International Day of Radiology!

This worldwide event highlights the vital role medical imaging plays in healthcare — from early diagnosis to guiding life-saving treatments. Our team marked the day with cake, learning and development sessions and even a Schwartz Round.

A huge thank you to our incredible Radiology team for everything you do each day to help us deliver outstanding care for our patients. 💙

Meet Professor Rod Stables, Consultant Cardiologist, who has an international profile in both practice and clinical rese...
26/11/2025

Meet Professor Rod Stables, Consultant Cardiologist, who has an international profile in both practice and clinical research. Professor Stables joined LHCH, then the Cardiothoracic Centre – NHS Trust, twenty-five years ago. He spoke of this:

“I’ve been happy and fortunate enough to have worked in one of the most effective, collaborative and positive hospitals in the country. I have been grateful for the support and fellowship of my colleagues from all clinical disciplines and indeed from all the fantastic staff that keep this place running so effectively, and with such a good atmosphere. This makes coming to work a pleasure, just about every day.”

A major milestone from Professor Stables’ career has been the launch of the Primary PCI service here at LHCH. He said:

“In January 2009 we launched the Primary PCI Service so, for the 2.4 million people that we serve in the region, anyone experiencing a heart attack will be brought, directly, to us for an emergency angioplasty procedure. This provision involves a clinical team drawn from several different clinical disciplines and a lot of hard work, much of it out-of-hours. It is demanding but satisfying work, and has saved many lives over the last 15 years.”

Outside of his clinical responsibilities, research is Professor Stables’ main interest. Outside of work Rod has climbed some of the world’s highest mountains such as Mount McKinley in North America, 4000 metre peaks in the European Alps and was the Deputy Leader of the 1992, Army, Everest in Winter expedition.

You can read about Professor Stables in the first of a series of new articles where we hear from LHCH specialists about their career inspiration, milestones, research and achievements. For more visit the news pages of our website.

On Friday, we were thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of at the LHCH Grand Awards 2025! A huge thank y...
24/11/2025

On Friday, we were thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of at the LHCH Grand Awards 2025!

A huge thank you to Roger Johnson, BBC North West Tonight presenter, for hosting this year’s ceremony, an even bigger congratulations to all of our truly deserving winners and a big thank you to our sponsors for making the night possible.

Take a look at all of the amazing winners from the night:

👉https://shorturl.at/idkAD

Yesterday, we celebrated World COPD Day here at LHCH to raise awareness, share knowledge, and discuss ways to reduce the...
20/11/2025

Yesterday, we celebrated World COPD Day here at LHCH to raise awareness, share knowledge, and discuss ways to reduce the burden of COPD worldwide. The theme for this year was ‘Short of Breath, Think COPD’.

LHCH colleagues, including members of our respiratory team, were delighted to support the event and chatted with patients, colleagues, and visitors about the services available within the Trust, including the Knowsley Community Respiratory Service, for patients with a diagnosis of COPD.

Thank you to everyone who came along!

We're now only a few short days away from celebrating the outstanding work of at this year's LHCH Grand Awards! 🎉On th...
18/11/2025

We're now only a few short days away from celebrating the outstanding work of at this year's LHCH Grand Awards! 🎉

On the night, we are recognising 32 fantastic shortlisted teams and 15 amazing colleagues and we'd like to wish you all the very best of luck!

Here's just a few photos of the 'Team of Year Award' shortlisted teams – Cedar Ward, Critical Care and Knowsley Community Respiratory Service Pulmonary Rehabilitation team.

We'd also like to say a big thank you to all our sponsors who have made this year’s event possible. 👏

Read the full shortlist here - https://shorturl.at/mg7vF

We’re delighted to share that former LHCH patient, Louie Tudor, is once again fundraising for LHCH Charity.After his ama...
13/11/2025

We’re delighted to share that former LHCH patient, Louie Tudor, is once again fundraising for LHCH Charity.

After his amazing fundraising efforts managed to raise £2,507 in 2023, Louie decided he wanted to take on an even bigger challenge and so throughout November will be running 100 miles over 30 days in support of LHCH charity.

Louie has undergone three open-heart surgeries since 2022 at LHCH yet continues to inspire us all with his determination and generosity.

We’d like to say a huge thank you to Louie for his continued support and wish him the very best of luck with this amazing challenge.

You can find out more about Louie’s journey at LHCH by watching his patient interview – https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/patient-stories

Or if you’d like to show Louie some support, simply follow the link - https://www.justgiving.com/page/louie-tudor-1

LOCAL ROADWORKSWe're aware that local roadworks are continuing near to the entrance to the Liverpool Heart and Chest and...
13/11/2025

LOCAL ROADWORKS

We're aware that local roadworks are continuing near to the entrance to the Liverpool Heart and Chest and Broadgreen Hospital site on Thomas Drive / Thomas Lane.

During the period of these works, which include lane restrictions and temporary traffic lights, there may be some travel disruption in the surrounding area, with possible delays and queuing traffic.

* Please allow extra journey time when attending appointments on the hospital site and/or when visiting relatives.
* Please plan your journey accordingly.

On this special Remembrance Day, as LHCH has been reaccredited as a Veteran Aware Trust, we would like to share the stor...
11/11/2025

On this special Remembrance Day, as LHCH has been reaccredited as a Veteran Aware Trust, we would like to share the story of Michael – one of our previous patients and long serving member of the Armed Forces, who recently underwent major surgery on his left lung under the care of Mr Julius Asante-Siaw, Consultant Thoracic Surgeon.

Michael first began experiencing shortness of breath following a chest infection in 2023. After his symptoms started to worsen, Michael was referred to LHCH and after careful assessment, surgery was recommended.

“From the minute I entered the hospital, I was made to feel safe and welcomed. Every member of staff — from the porters to the surgeon — was professional and respectful. It’s a great hospital with great people.”

Michael is now recovering well at home and is supported every step of the way by his wonderful partner, Kelly.

We’re so glad to hear of your positive care and treatment at LHCH and we’d like to thank Michael — and all his colleagues who serve, or who have served in the armed forces community. 💙

On Friday, our Cath Lab team carried out the first procedures here at LHCH using a new exciting, pulsed field ablation t...
04/11/2025

On Friday, our Cath Lab team carried out the first procedures here at LHCH using a new exciting, pulsed field ablation technology. LHCH is the first hospital in the north of England providing this technology to benefit our patients with atrial fibrillation. Atrial Fibrillation is an irregular and often very rapid heart rhythm which can make your heartbeat too quickly and in an irregular way.

The Affera™ Sphere-9 Mapping and Ablation Sphere-9™ Catheter is an innovative technology for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias, including both Radiofrequency and Pulsed Field ablation options in one catheter and all-in-one mapping with excellent safety and effectiveness data already demonstrated.

Dr Vishal Luther, Consultant Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist spoke of the new technology:

“As a centre of excellence, we were pleased to be given the opportunity to experience this innovative new ablation system for the first time at LHCH. The benefits of the new system, for patients and staff, includes shorter, seamless procedures and faster recovery times. Thank you to the multi-disciplinary team involved in the successful installation of the new technology and completion of the first procedures. We are delighted with the patient outcomes and results."

Read more ➡ https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/news/article/433

When faced with a life-changing diagnosis, many people search for ways to make sense of their experience. For former LHC...
03/11/2025

When faced with a life-changing diagnosis, many people search for ways to make sense of their experience. For former LHCH patient Emma, poetry became her way to heal, reflect and inspire others.

Now, five years on from her diagnosis — and recently given the all-clear — Emma has marked this milestone with a beautiful poem capturing her life-changing journey.

Here, she shares her story with us:

“In 2020, I was diagnosed with lung cancer. After a stay in hospital with pneumonia in December 2019, my 12-week check-up X-ray showed something concerning, so I was sent for further tests. After a PET scan, lung function test and bronchoscopy, I was referred to LHCH. A biopsy confirmed that I had a malignant carcinoid tumour in my right lung.

“Other than feeling a little lethargic, I hadn’t noticed any symptoms. I was only 27, had never smoked, and lived a fit and healthy lifestyle – I just couldn’t understand it.

“When I was told about the treatment I needed, I was so scared. The surgery was huge — I had to have just over a third of my right lung removed. My operation took place during lockdown, so I couldn’t have any visitors, but LHCH made me feel completely safe.

“My consultants, Mr Julius Asante-Siaw and Mr Richard Page, were absolutely incredible. I still remember the porter who calmed me down on my way to surgery — we chatted about football, and it made all the difference.

“The teams on Oak Ward, Cedar and ICU were simply incredible. They cared for me with such compassion — sitting and talking whenever I needed, brushing and plaiting my hair when simple tasks were difficult during recovery. I cannot thank them enough.

“After surgery, my movement was limited and I had a large scar and drains. When I first saw my scar, it was daunting — but I couldn’t believe how neat it looked. I call it my shark bite now, and it’s something I’m so proud of my life-saving scar.

“I was discharged after six days. It was bittersweet — I was so happy to go home and see my loved ones, but the hospital had felt so safe and caring.

“Recovery has been a whirlwind of emotions, but I’m just grateful to be here and healthy. I recently received my five-year all-clear after a CT scan in August. Now, I find it much easier to talk about everything I’ve been through. That’s why I decided to put my thoughts into words — if my story helps even one person, that’s enough for me.”

Thank you for sharing your story with us, Emma. We’re so glad to hear how well you were cared for during your time at LHCH, and we’re inspired by your strength, positivity and beautiful words of appreciation.

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Thomas Drive
Liverpool
L143PE

Telephone

+441516001616

Website

http://www.lhch.nhs.uk/

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