We speak to deputy chief nurse Graeme Wright about the Trust's work to become Veteran-Aware and what it means for patients and staff.

He also explains the significance of the Armed Forces Covenant, which the Trust signed earlier this year, the various stages of accreditation to becoming a Veteran-Aware organisation, and what staff and patients need to know about the project.

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

We sat down with Elaine Hotson, the Trust's Health and Wellbeing Lead, to talk about plans for this year's Staff Awards and how you can help make sure our excellent staff are recognised.  

Tune in to find out more about the awards categories, what our judges are looking for, and how you can get involved. Nominations are open until 12 July. 

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

We catch up with famous gardener and landscape architect Tom Stuart-Smith to talk about the new Jubilee Rehabilitation Garden at Hillingdon Hospital.

Tom has overseen the project alongside colleague Max Harriman to transform the space next to the Jubilee Building and provide an oasis of calm for patients undergoing rehab.

On the podcast he talks about he got involved in designing the garden, what it represents, the importance of having green spaces and what he hopes patients will take away from visiting it.

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

Behind every operating theatre department door are a skilled group: Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs).

From preparing the operating room to assisting anaesthetists in intubation, airway maintenance and ensuring the patient’s wellbeing, ODPs are critically important members of the surgical team.  

To find out more about what it's like to work as an ODP, we caught up with Teresa Honour and Anna Lai-Tan to talk about their experiences, perceptions of the role, daily routines and why ODPs earned the nickname 'the SAS of the NHS' during Covid.

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

It's almost time for Estates and Facilities Day 2024 so in the build-up to the event, we catch up with Steve Wedgwood, our Director of Operational Estates and Facilities, to talk about what people can expect from the day.

Steve also talks about his near 500 strong team, why they are known as 'the backbone of the NHS' and the leadership team recently winning a Team of the Year Award.

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

In this special episode, Adam Tocock, library services manager, speaks to Louise Cave about the chapter she authored for 'Harnessing Digital Technology and Data for Nursing Practice'.

They explore how collective leadership can drive positive change and ensure everyone plays a role in shaping the future of digital technology in healthcare. 

They also talk about her approach to writing the chapter and a new project she working on , which explores the potential role of emerging technologies like AI.  

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

We're joined by the Trust's Head of Therapies Alex Porter to find out more about what his role entails and the services Therapies offer for patients and staff.

Alex also talks about what the department has done following last year's staff survey, as well as explaining some of the new measures being implemented as a result of the feedback. 

Interested in taking part in a future podcast and showcasing your work? Get involved by emailing [email protected]

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

As part of Palliative Care and Grief Awareness Month at the Trust, we catch up with Mortuary Services Manager Joanna Balchin and Bereavement Office Manager Larry Quinn.

They discuss what the process of care after death looks like at the Trust, the support they provide to patients and families, managing emotions and expectations, the pressures of their jobs and plenty more.

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

We catch up with clinical psychologist Phil Pocock and Elaine Hotson, the Trust's health, well-being and engagement lead, to talk about mental health in line with Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May).

Topics up for discussion include common misconceptions, why being open and honest is so important, this year's theme for the Week which is movement, services for teams and wider groups, plus plenty more.

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.

In this week's episode, Adam Tocock, our Trust's library services manager is joined by Phil Perks,  regional manager for BMJ, and Ross Whistler, head of learning and assessment products, for a chat about BMJ learning and what it has to offer for Trust staff. 

Tune in to hear more about some of the key features of BMJ  Learning, how it can help staff prepare for assessments, and how Trust staff can access it for free. 

For all the latest Trust news and information check out our website - www.thh.nhs.uk.