In this episode, we explore how the HALO (Hospital Alternative Oversight) programme at University Hospitals Sussex is transforming urgent and emergency care by putting patient journeys at the centre of service design.

Mae Sullivan, Head of Urgent and Emergency Care, and Mark Edwards, Chief of Service for the Division of Medicine, discuss how closer collaboration between hospitals, ambulance services, primary care and care homes is helping patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time. From virtual clinical support for paramedics to innovative work with care homes, HALO is reducing unnecessary hospital attendances, improving outcomes and creating a more joined-up experience for patients across Sussex.

Join us to hear how partnership, innovation and a focus on person-centred care are helping local people live well and thrive.

Welcome to UHSussex Voices, where we shine a light on the people, stories, and ideas that make our Trust truly special.

This episode is hosted by Jodie Donelan, Communications Officer at the Trust, alongside guests Dr Harpreet Ranu, Respiratory Consultant and specialist asthma nurses, Jenny Beaumont and Catherine Sauka.

This team has been making waves in specialist asthma care, thanks to their pioneering work with biologic treatments.

These treatments have been life‑changing for patients, transforming symptoms, confidence, and quality of life. Their success even caught the attention of the BBC, earning them a feature on The One Show:  New treatments transforming the lives of s...   

Listen to how life changing biologic treatment is for patients and what's next for asthma care.

In this episode of UHSussex Voices, we meet Abigail, a dedicated sustainability champion working within our research teams. With a background in nutrition and a passion for environmental change, Abigail is driving efforts to make research practices greener and more responsible. Her commitment reflects our Trust values and supports our Our Communities ambition to stay ready for the world ahead. Join us as she shares her journey, the small but powerful changes she’s championing, and how these actions are helping shape a more sustainable future for healthcare.

In this episode of UHSussex Voices, we sit down with Bridget, an improvement specialist with deep expertise in Lean methodology. Bridget is part of the team driving the rollout of our new Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system; a transformation that will change how we deliver care and manage information across UHSussex.

She shares how her passion for improvement and practical tools are helping teams prepare for this change, making small but powerful improvements along the way. Tune in to learn how this work supports our trust strategy and ‘Our Future’ ambition: being ready for the world ahead.

In this debut episode of UHSussex Voices, host Gem Fletcher, Head of Communications, Business and Planning, sits down with Dr Andy Heeps, Interim Chief Executive of University Hospitals Sussex.

With a rich background as a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr Heeps brings a wealth of clinical and leadership experience from across the NHS, including his time as interim chief executive at North Middlesex University Hospital and leadership roles at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals.

Together, Gem and Andy explore his journey through medicine and management, the values that shape his leadership style, and his vision for the future of UHSussex.

It’s an open, insightful conversation about navigating change, staying grounded in purpose, and leading with heart in one of the most complex sectors in the UK.