Veterans' Orthopaedic Service

04/03/2026

A year on from his arthroplasty… and back on the biathlon course 🎿

We love seeing what our veterans go on to achieve after surgery and this is a brilliant example.

One of our veterans got in touch to say his hip is “holding out very well, no issues at all” as he takes on cross-country skiing and even books onto a biathlon course. From surgery to downhill sections (with only a slightly scary moment!), this is what recovery, rehabilitation and determination can look like.

At the Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service, we know that good orthopaedic health supports an active life. Recovery doesn’t just mean walking without pain, it can mean getting back to the sports and challenges you love!

28/02/2026

We’re now on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn 👋

If you care about supporting veterans and the work being done to improve their health and mobility, we’d love you to follow along.

The Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service provides specialist orthopaedic care and rehabilitation for those who have served. Every patient, every clinic, every milestone matters and we want to share more of that journey with you.

We’ll be posting clinical insight, patient stories, service updates and introducing the people behind the work. If you can follow, like, comment or share our posts, we’d really appreciate it. Your engagement helps us give the service the reach it deserves and ensures more people know where support is available.

Thank you for being part of it. Find our socials via these links:
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3OyQKVA
Instagram: https://bit.ly/4s4AcTH
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZXIMI5

27/02/2026

It was great to see our very own Carl Meyer representing the Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service at the recent Royal British Legion Norfolk County Conference.

A presentation was delivered on the work of the Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service, highlighting the impact being made for veterans across the region. The event also provided a valuable opportunity to connect with others working in the veteran community, including meeting the Director General of the Royal British Legion, Mark Atkinson, who we are looking forward to welcoming on a visit to the hospital soon.

25/02/2026

Following on from yesterday’s clip, here’s the full video from Helen Morgan MP’s visit, providing a closer look at the conversations, people and spaces that make the Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service what it is.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the visit possible and to those who continue to support the work being delivered every day.

24/02/2026

Recently, we had the pleasure of welcoming Helen Morgan MP to the hospital and you can now watch a short video our brilliant team has put together highlighting the visit!

It was a real pleasure to show her around and share more about the work being delivered through our Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service. During her visit, Helen met staff and veteran patients on Powys Ward, spent time with our Therapy Services team leading a new veterans’ rehabilitation project, and spoke with some of our dedicated volunteers who give so much to the service.

We’re grateful for her continued support and for helping raise the profile of the Veterans’ Service and the hospital more widely.

The full video will be available tomorrow, keep an eye out.

24/02/2026

06/02/2026

Thank you to Helen Morgan MP for taking the time to visit us yesterday.

It was a real pleasure to welcome you, show you around the hospital and share the work being done across our Veterans’ Service.

We appreciate your continued support and interest in the people, teams and volunteers who make this service what it is.

07/01/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Helen Morgan MP, to our Veterans Orthopaedic Centre this Friday.

We’re really looking forward to showing her the vital work we do in supporting our veterans and sharing how our team helps make a difference every day.

We can’t wait to welcome her!

17/12/2025

Thank you to Helen Morgan MP for the invitation to meet with Veterans Minister Louise Sandher-Jones.

A valuable opportunity to discuss issues affecting our veterans and the importance of continued support and recognition.

15/12/2025

Attention all personnel.
The latest edition of Chiron, the dedicated newsletter for the Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service, is now available to read.

This edition brings together a range of positive updates, including a reflective review of the service’s achievements over the past twelve months, as well as an opportunity to learn more about VOS volunteer Paul Haines and his contribution to the service.

The current edition of Chiron can be accessed here:

12/12/2025

Wow, home on the day of bilateral knee surgery! You must have an army inside you, David Lloyd-Jones. Well done. We salute you. Remember, we’re here if you need anything. Rest, ice, gentle movement, and elevation for now. We’ll speak with you tomorrow to check how you’re doing.”