Behind the Hospital Curtain

As the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital celebrates 10 years of robotic surgery, find out how our robotic programme has developed over the last decade and our future goals.  In this episode we hear from Alex Allen, Clinical Lead for Perioperative Theatre Equipment and Robotic Surgery and surgeon Cristina Viola, Consultant Thoracic Surgeon. They discuss how robotic technology is improving precision, enabling less-invasive procedures and reducing recovery times for patients. We also hear about plans for future development in robotics, including advances in paediatric robotic surgery and becoming a robotic training centre. We also discuss the incredible generosity of the Norfolk and Norwich Hospitals Charity, and their donors, who have funded two new state‑of‑the‑art surgical robots, and are fundraising for a fifth, giving even more patients access to cutting‑edge treatment and faster recovery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we head into Theatres to speak to two Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) who explain the different roles and types of skills needed to work in Theatres. We also discuss the logistical challenges of running over 30 Theatres efficiently so that we can treat as many patients as possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we speak to Justine Williams, a Clinical Educator in end-of-life care about how our palliative care team helps patients and their loved ones. Justine's role is to deliver education so that all staff are confident in delivering high quality end of life care - something that is so important in in Norfolk which is experiencing a significant increase in its older population. We also discuss the importance of having conversations with our relatives/carers about our future wishes and we look ahead of the second national Advance Care Planning conference taking place in Norwich this May.Find out more: https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/news/advance-care-planning-conference-7-may/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we take a look inside our new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) and speak to Seshni Mohammed, Radiology Services Manager, and Dr Clare Beadsmoore, Consultant Radiologist and Chief of Imaging. They explain the concept of CDCs and how our new facility will be able to accommodate up to 150,000 appointments a year when it is at full capacity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To mark National Apprenticeship Week 2025 we speak to Career Development Manager and to one of our recent apprentice graduates Kerry Baldwin, who was the first to undertake a Trainee Operations Manager role as part of her apprenticeship. We explore the benefits of apprenticeships, not only for the individual but for the NHS as a whole. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we speak to Consultant Clinical Biochemist Dr Allison Chipchase about what goes on in the labs at NNUH. From turning around blood tests in under an hour, to helping our teams prioritise further tests for bowel cancer, it's a highly pressured environment that has a huge impact on patient care - with around 70% of all diagnoses relying on Pathology work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode we talk to Julie Cooper and Remy Martin from the N&N Hospitals Charity. They explain how the charity supports the work of the Trust to further enhance patient care and the experience and environment for patients, visitors and staff. They give examples of how to get involved to support the charity’s work, from epic fundraising challenges to gifts in kind and legacy donations. You can also hear how to support them this Christmas through their sponsor a bauble campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we speak to Critical Care Consultant Dr Deborah Easby and Clinical Lead Physiotherapist for Critical Care, Toni Bladon, about the role that rehabilitation plays on Critical Care. From speech and language therapists, to physiotherapists and rehabilitation assistants offering sunshine therapy, the rehab carried out on Critical Care helps aid patients recovery, both physically and mentally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we meet three members of our new youth forum - Millie, Millie and Quin. We discuss the role of the Forum and why they decided to get involved. We talk about some of the projects they’re currently working on and the importance of having a say in shaping changes and improvements to the facilities and care for young people at NNUH. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, to mark Organ Donation Week 2024, we speak to Natasha Leggett who's life was saved 19 years ago when she had a double lung and heart transplant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.