University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Our hospitals include Southampton General Hospital, Southampton Children's Hospital and the Princess Anne Hospital. Contact us on communications@uhs.nhs.uk
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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust provides local hospital services including maternity and emergency medicine to south Hampshire, and is a regional centre for specialist services such as neurosciences. We also provide services at the New Forest Birth Centre, the Royal South Hants Hospital and Lymington Hospital. If you want to come and work with us, all our current vacancies are online at careers.uhs.nhs.uk

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Any feedback or concerns regarding care received at University Hospital Southampton should be directed to our Patient Advice and Liaison Service, details of which can be found on the UHS website. (www.uhs.nhs.uk)

Users should not share personal medical information or information about patients in our care on this platform. All medical and clinical inquiries should be directed to the teams who are giving patient care. This page is maintained by the communications team at UHS.

✨ As March for Preceptorship comes to a close, we’re celebrating by sharing a look at where the journey begins. Inducti...
31/03/2026

✨ As March for Preceptorship comes to a close, we’re celebrating by sharing a look at where the journey begins. Induction Day for our newest cohort. ✨

Preceptorship is an important part of supporting newly qualified staff, giving them space to build confidence, gain practical insight, and settle into their roles with guidance.

Last week, our latest preceptees came together for a day filled with introductions, connection, and learning. They enjoyed Introduction Bingo to get to know one another and took part in sessions including fundamentals of care, patient pathway scenarios, and a really valuable Q&A with experienced colleagues.

It’s been a wonderful month highlighting preceptorship, and we can’t wait to see how this new cohort develops over the coming year.💙

Today, we’re celebrating the dedication, compassion and leadership of our doctors at University Hospital Southampton 💙Ev...
30/03/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the dedication, compassion and leadership of our doctors at University Hospital Southampton 💙

Every day, they step into moments that matter, bringing calm in uncertainty, advancing innovation, and delivering outstanding care to our patients and communities.

In our latest blog, you can meet three of our colleagues who generously shared their stories:
🩺 Khalid, Specialty Doctor in Emergency Medicine
🩺 Loukiani, Locum Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
🩺 Georgios, Senior Fellow in Cardiothoracic Surgery

They reflect on what inspired them to choose medicine, the experiences that shaped them, and the advice they’d give to future doctors. Their words offer a powerful reminder of the humanity at the heart of healthcare.

👉 Read their full stories, here: https://careers.uhs.nhs.uk/blog/careers-medicine-uhs-doctors-share-their-journeys-insights-and-advice

And join us in celebrating all our incredible doctors.

27/03/2026

We asked our amazing theatres colleagues a simple question:
“What’s the one thing you love about your team?” 💙✨

Their answer captures something truly special about life in UHS theatres. The kind of support, teamwork and energy that makes every day meaningful.

Our theatres are home to passionate people, diverse roles and fantastic opportunities to grow across a range of specialities. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be part of a team like this… now’s the perfect time to find out.

🎥 Watch the video
👉 Visit our website to explore our roles and apply today! Click here: https://bit.ly/4cePJsc

26/03/2026

Dementia patients at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) are enjoying new ways to stay connected and stimulated, thanks to the donation of an interactive touch screen table from insurance company Ageas.

The device, introduced to Bassett ward earlier this month, allows patients to draw, play games together, and even video call family members — helping to reduce feelings of isolation and encourage social engagement. The table has a 43 inch interactive touch screen, built in Wi-Fi and can be used in both landscape and portrait.

It was organised with the help of Norman Bainbridge, a volunteer on Bassett ward, and is the latest donation from Ageas, who have previously supported the ward with items such as lifelike robotic therapy cats and large dementia-friendly wall clocks.

🔗Read more: https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/whats-new/news/dementia-ward-benefitting-from-new-interactive-device

Jenny’s journey started at 19, unsure of her future but certain she wanted to help people. That first role as a Healthca...
25/03/2026

Jenny’s journey started at 19, unsure of her future but certain she wanted to help people. That first role as a Healthcare Support Worker at UHS changed everything.

With support from her team, access to training and opportunities to progress, she went on to become a registered nurse, then a specialist nurse, and is now a Cardiac Nurse Practitioner studying for her master’s degree.

Her story shows just how far a Healthcare Support Worker role can take you and how UHS supports you at every step. 💙

Read Jenny’s amazing career journey on our latest blog 👇 https://careers.uhs.nhs.uk/blog/healthcare-support-worker-cardiac-nurse-practitioner-jennys-journey-uhs

🎉 Celebrating our newly qualified Midwives! 🎉Our preceptorship programme supports newly registered practitioners as they...
23/03/2026

🎉 Celebrating our newly qualified Midwives! 🎉

Our preceptorship programme supports newly registered practitioners as they build confidence, develop competence and transition into autonomous professionals — and our midwifery team has once again welcomed a wonderful new cohort.

These preceptees have now completed their induction, supported by a dedicated team of midwifery preceptors who guide, mentor and champion their growth from day one.

To our incredible preceptees and the teams behind them: thank you for your dedication, enthusiasm and commitment to patient care.

Meningitis can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults, and can become v...
20/03/2026

Meningitis can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults, and can become very serious if not treated quickly.

We understand that recent reports may cause concern, but the risk of Meningitis B (MenB) to people outside the Kent area is currently considered low.

Our emergency department is extremely busy, and should only be used for life‑threatening injury or illness.

🔗 Information on meningitis, including symptoms and when to seek medical help: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Eid Mubarak to our colleagues, patients and everyone in our community marking the end of Ramadan.May your Eid Al-Fitr be...
20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to our colleagues, patients and everyone in our community marking the end of Ramadan.

May your Eid Al-Fitr be filled with joy, reflection and time with loved ones.

19/03/2026

As we bring this year’s Winter Well campaign to a close, Sarah Swanton, associate director of site operations, shares a heartfelt thank you to everyone whose actions helped keep our staff and patients safe throughout the winter months.

Your choices helped protect the most vulnerable people in our care, reduced the spread of illness and supported our teams.

As we move forward, the same simple steps continue to make a big difference:
🤧 Stay away from our hospitals when unwell
🧼 Follow good infection prevention practices
🏠 Support timely discharge when loved ones are ready to return home
💉 Get vaccinated when invited

Together, we can keep patients safe, ease pressure on services and ensure care is available for those who need it most.

UHS doctors who pioneered the use of a revolutionary non-surgical treatment for kidney cancer have welcomed new NICE gui...
19/03/2026

UHS doctors who pioneered the use of a revolutionary non-surgical treatment for kidney cancer have welcomed new NICE guidelines which recommend it should be rolled out across the NHS.

The treatment, known as thermal ablation, is a minimally invasive technique that uses image-guided needles or probes to destroy cancerous or abnormal tissue by applying extreme temperatures – either heat or cold – directly to the site of a tumour.

As it is less invasive and avoids damage to surrounding healthy tissue, most people experience far less pain, a quicker return to normal activities and a much shorter recovery time compared to traditional surgical options – with similar outcomes.

The new guidance, published today, forms part of wider national efforts to improve access to evidence based cancer therapies and ensure better outcomes for patients.

Cryoablation was pioneered at UHS in 2008 by consultant abdominal radiologist Dr David Breen – and Southampton remains at the forefront of CT-guided ablation within the UK for kidney and liver tumours.

David Stanley (pictured) underwent cryoablation at UHS in 2024, helping him overcome kidney cancer with minimal side effects.

He said: “Given my circumstances and the previous procedures I’d had, cryoablation was very much recommended as the most suitable treatment for my kidney cancer. The procedure itself made very little impact on my daily life – I recovered ever so quickly.”

🔗 Read more: https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/whats-new/press-releases/hospital-trusts-pioneering-kidney-cancer-work-reflected-in-new-national-guidelines

📺 Tune into BBC South Today bulletins today to learn about our Butterfly Friends 🦋These compassionate volunteers bring c...
18/03/2026

📺 Tune into BBC South Today bulletins today to learn about our Butterfly Friends 🦋

These compassionate volunteers bring comfort, companionship and dignity to patients who are in their final days.

Hear from Alison Ross, head of patient experience, and volunteers, on how Butterfly friends are making a meaningful difference at UHS 💙

🔗 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1e95p3201eo

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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust provides services to 1.9 million people living in Southampton and south Hampshire as well as specialist care to more than 3.7 million people in central southern England and the Channel Islands.

We run services at Southampton General Hospital, Princess Anne Hospital and the New Forest Birth Centre. We also have a few services at Royal South Hants Hospital and Lymington New Forest Hospital.

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