Behind the Hospital Curtain

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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Behind the Hospital Curtain is the NNUH podcast, discussing health topics with experts from the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Inside Theatres

    06/23/2025

    Inside Theatres

    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.

    29 min
  2. Palliative Care Special

    04/23/2025

    Palliative Care Special

    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.

    27 min
  3. Inside our new Community Diagnostic Centre

    03/12/2025

    Inside our new Community Diagnostic Centre

    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.

    20 min
  4. National Apprenticeship Week

    02/10/2025

    National Apprenticeship Week

    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.

    25 min
  5. Pathology: In our labs

    01/28/2025

    Pathology: In our labs

    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.

    28 min
  6. N&N Hospitals Charity Special

    12/10/2024

    N&N Hospitals Charity Special

    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.

    24 min
  7. Rehab on Critical Care

    11/19/2024

    Rehab on Critical Care

    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.

    23 min
  8. Meet our new Youth Forum

    10/22/2024

    Meet our new Youth Forum

    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.

    22 min
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Behind the Hospital Curtain is the NNUH podcast, discussing health topics with experts from the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Show Website
    Behind the Hospital Curtain