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Our brand new podcast series from the NTSP will launch in January 2026! The latest new, research and insights from the National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP). Monthly literature updates, specials and interviews from the expert team based in Manchester, UK. The NTSP is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. We are not tied to any particular brand or manufacturer. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Follow us on social media: X/Twitter twitter.com/NTSP_UKInstagram: instagram.com/ntsp2010?igsh=MW5pMm10bnpmbWQwMw==&utm_source=qrLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/national-tracheostomy-safety-projectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracheostomysafety/

  1. Special Interview: Julie & Carl's story

    JAN 4

    Special Interview: Julie & Carl's story

    This Special Interview is taken from the 6th International Tracheostomy Symposium, held in Manchester UK, in October 2021. This episode sees Brendan McGrath from the NTSP interview Julie and her husband Carl. Julie needed a tracheostomy to help her recover after a complication following elective surgery. We are so grateful to Julie for sharing her first-hand experiences and also to Carl for giving his take on what was happening. Listening to our patients and their families about their experience is such a powerful motivator for improving care, and Julie and Carl have helped to steer some of the NTSP work. The UK National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP) is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. This is the only podcast to bring you literature reviews, hot topic discussions and interviews with healthcare staff, patients and families. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. We are not tied to any particular brand or manufacturer. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Follow us on social media: X/Twitter Instagram LinkedIn FacebookSupport the show

    17 min
  2. Special Interview: Allen's story

    JAN 4

    Special Interview: Allen's story

    This Special Interview is taken from the 6th International Tracheostomy Symposium, held in Manchester UK, in October 2021. Allen was admitted to our hospital during the pandemic and ended up on the ICU with respiratory failure. Allen needed a tracheostomy to help his recovery and he spent a long time recovering. Allen has a lot of fascinating insights about his care from a patient's perspective and explains a lot about delirium, pain and difficulty breathing. This is essential listening for anyone involved in caring for patients with a tracheostomy. Allen is introduced by ACCP James Lynch, an Advanced Critical Care Practitioner who works with the NTSP. We are delighted to report that Allen made a full recovery! The UK National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP) is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. This is the only podcast to bring you literature reviews, hot topic discussions and interviews with healthcare staff, patients and families. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. This podcast series is supported by unrestricted education funding from the Atos Learning Institute. The funding supports the professional production of the podcasts and videos, and the medical device companies that support us do not have any creative influence over the content that we record. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel. You can also donate directly to the NTSP through the NTSP website, or by clicking the Buzzsprout podcast hosting "support" links. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Follow us on social Support the show

    15 min
  3. Special Interviews: David's story

    JAN 4

    Special Interviews: David's story

    This Special Interview is taken from the 6th International Tracheostomy Symposium, held in Manchester UK, in October 2021. David was a patient on our ICU in Manchester during the pandemic and needed a tracheostomy as part of his care. Dave is interviewed by Dr Becky Dooley from the NTSP and they cover all of the things that we don't often think about from a healthcare perspective. There are some powerful lessons to learn about the patient experience and what we can do to improve it. There is also a clear message of hope and gratitude for all the care we provide for our patients when they need us most.  The UK National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP) is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. This is the only podcast to bring you literature reviews, hot topic discussions and interviews with healthcare staff, patients and families. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. This podcast series is supported by unrestricted education funding from the Atos Learning Institute. The funding supports the professional production of the podcasts and videos, and the medical device companies that support us do not have any creative influence over the content that we record. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel. You can also donate directly to the NTSP through the NTSP website, or by clicking the Buzzsprout podcast hosting "support" links. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Follow us on social media: X/Twitter Support the show

    13 min
  4. Special Interviews: Prof Cliff Shelton

    JAN 4

    Special Interviews: Prof Cliff Shelton

    Guest editor Lina interviews Professor Cliff Shelton. Cliff is Professor of Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine at Lancaster Medical School and a consultant anaesthetist at Wythenshawe Hospital in Manchester. In his university role he is the director of simulation and clinical skills for the MBChB (medicine and surgery) course, co-director of the PGDip AaPOS (anaesthesia associate) course, and a researcher with interests in quality and safety, sustainable healthcare and education. Cliff is working with the NTSP to understand the needs of healthcare staff when it comes to inserting new tracheostomies on the ICU, and he is a critical element of the GIFT project (Guided Insertion for Tracheostomy). The UK National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP) is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. This podcast series is supported by unrestricted education funding from the Atos Learning Institute. The funding supports the professional production of the podcasts and videos, and the medical device companies that support us do not have any creative influence over the content that we record. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel. You can also donate directly to the NTSP through the NTSP website, or by clicking the Buzzsprout podcast hosting "support" links. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Support the show

    31 min
  5. Special Interviews: Prof Andy Weightman

    JAN 4

    Special Interviews: Prof Andy Weightman

    Guest Editor Lina interviews Professor Andy Weightman. Andy is a Professor of Medical Mechatronics at the University of Manchester and has a particular interest in Rehabilitation Robotics and next generation healthcare technology. The NTSP are lucky to have Andy working with them on a number of their device development projects and Andy talks about his role in GIFT: Guidance for Insertion of Tracheostomy. GIFT is a system to help clinicians insert tracheostomies in the ICU more safely and more precisely, potentially opening up the procedure to more patients. The UK National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP) is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. This is the only podcast to bring you literature reviews, hot topic discussions and interviews with healthcare staff, patients and families. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. This podcast series is supported by unrestricted education funding from the Atos Learning Institute. The funding supports the professional production of the podcasts and videos, and the medical device companies that support us do not have any creative influence over the content that we record. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel. You can also donate directly to the NTSP through the NTSP website, or by clicking the Buzzsprout podcast hosting "support" links. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Support the show

    21 min
  6. Special Interview: Prof Caroline Jay

    JAN 4

    Special Interview: Prof Caroline Jay

    This episode sees our guest editor Lina interview Professor Caroline Jay, Professor of Computer Science at the University of Manchester. Caroline is also Head of Research in the School of Engineering. She is qualified as both a Psychologist and Computer Scientist and undertakes research crossing these domains. She is Research Director of the Manchester Software Sustainabilty Institute, and a keen advocate for open and reproducible science. Caroline was named in the Guardian as one of the 2022 Top 50 Women in Engineering. The NTSP are delighted to be working with Prof Jay as she brings her extensive work designing and improving human-centred systems to some of the NTSP device development research. The UK National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP) is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. This podcast series is supported by unrestricted education funding from the Atos Learning Institute. The funding supports the professional production of the podcasts and videos, and the medical device companies that support us do not have any creative influence over the content that we record. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel. You can also donate directly to the NTSP through the NTSP website, or by clicking the Buzzsprout podcast hosting "support" links. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Support the show

    36 min
  7. Special Interview: Helen & the kids

    JAN 4

    Special Interview: Helen & the kids

    This Special Interview is taken from the 6th International Tracheostomy Symposium, held in Manchester UK, in October 2021. Helen discusses the challenges of looking after her four children, two of whom had tracheostomies at the time of the interview. Essential listening for anyone involved in tracheostomy care, really understanding the patient and family perspective. The UK National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP) is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. This is the only podcast to bring you literature reviews, hot topic discussions and interviews with healthcare staff, patients and families. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. This podcast series is supported by unrestricted education funding from the Atos Learning Institute. The funding supports the professional production of the podcasts and videos, and the medical device companies that support us do not have any creative influence over the content that we record. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel. You can also donate directly to the NTSP through the NTSP website, or by clicking the Buzzsprout podcast hosting "support" links. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Support the show

    22 min
  8. Special Interviews: Brendan McGrath & Improving Tracheostomy Care

    JAN 4

    Special Interviews: Brendan McGrath & Improving Tracheostomy Care

    This Special Interview is taken from the 6th International Tracheostomy Symposium, held in Manchester UK, in October 2021. Prof Brendan McGrath from the NTSP discusses the landmark project Improving Tracheostomy Care which saw a package of evidence-based resources introduced into 20 diverse NHS hospitals as part of a guided quality improvement program. This talk is aimed primarily at healthcare professionals involed in tracheostomy care. The UK National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP) is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. This is the only podcast to bring you literature reviews, hot topic discussions and interviews with healthcare staff, patients and families. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. This podcast series is supported by unrestricted education funding from the Atos Learning Institute. The funding supports the professional production of the podcasts and videos, and the medical device companies that support us do not have any creative influence over the content that we record. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel. You can also donate directly to the NTSP through the NTSP website, or by clicking the Buzzsprout podcast hosting "support" links. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Support the show

    16 min
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Our brand new podcast series from the NTSP will launch in January 2026! The latest new, research and insights from the National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP). Monthly literature updates, specials and interviews from the expert team based in Manchester, UK. The NTSP is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world. Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere. We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. We are not tied to any particular brand or manufacturer. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.  Most of our content is supported by videos. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.  Follow us on social media: X/Twitter twitter.com/NTSP_UKInstagram: instagram.com/ntsp2010?igsh=MW5pMm10bnpmbWQwMw==&utm_source=qrLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/national-tracheostomy-safety-projectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracheostomysafety/

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  • Creator
    NTSP
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Trachy Talk
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    Trachy Talk