The Hillingdon Hospitals' Podcast The Hillingdon Hospitals

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 l...

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 thh-tr.communications@nhs.net Thanks for listening and ...

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. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday!Let us know what you thought of this epis...

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. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday!Let us k...

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. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a...

We catch up with Godfrey Sahayadass to learn more about Microsoft 365 and the new apps which are now available to Hillingdon Hospital staff.Godfrey, who is the Corporate Applications Service Manager, discusses a range of apps and tools, including Lists, Planner, Power Apps, Power Automate and Power Autoagents, with the aim of increasing productivity and efficiency. Thanks for listening and don't forget to come back for a new episode each Monday!Let us know what you thought of this episode or ...