Solihull Hospital dementia nurse flies flag for Trust at inaugural awards
Published: August 17, 2016
It was celebrations all round yesterday as organisers announced the winners of the first ever Solihull Together for Better Lives awards and there was great news for the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust. Phil Hall (pictured), Senior Nurse for Dementia at Solihull Hospital, part of the Heart of England Trust, went away with the […]
Solihull Together for Better Lives Awards finalists revealed
Published: August 17, 2016
Organisers today released details of the finalists in the Solihull Together for Better Lives Awards 2015 and Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust is well represented in the nominees. The inaugural awards attracted over 50 nominations from individuals and organisations across the borough. And there was delight for the Trust after it bagged a number […]
Hospital hosts talk on women’s common cancers
Published: March 3, 2015
Consultant gynaecologist and lead for cancer services at Heart of England NHS Foundation, Mr Raj Saha will be hosting a talk about two of the most common cancers among women. Coinciding with Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month this March, which is the fifth most common cancer among women, Mr Saha will discuss who is at risk […]
New signs at Solihull Hospital to reflect current service
Published: February 25, 2015
New signs are to be erected at Solihull Hospital this week to provide better clarity to the public as to what services are on offer and to improve patient experience. Solihull Hospital, part of the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, has been running a very successful Minor Injury Unit (MIU) department for many years, […]
Investment in new dementia outreach team giving positive outcomes for patients
Published: February 5, 2015
A new outreach team at Solihull Hospital is helping to improve experiences for patients with dementia and confusion and supporting staff to provide the best possible care. The Dementia and Delirium Outreach Team at Solihull Hospital, part of the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, was launched just before Christmas and has already been receiving […]
Former smoker says staff at drop-in clinic were a ‘breath of fresh air’
Published: February 4, 2015
An ex-smoker who finally kicked the habit after 40 years thanks to support from Solihull Stop Smoking Service has urged those looking to quit to seek help and make their New Year’s resolution stick in 2015. Sheila Masmoudi, from Solihull, took the step last summer to quit smoking following a health scare. Attempts in the […]
Birmingham hospital’s Snowdon challenge
Published: February 3, 2015
Fearless fundraisers from across the West Midlands are being invited to join four Birmingham hospitals as they come together for the first time to take their fundraising efforts to new heights. Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, which includes Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital, as well as Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Birmingham Women’s Hospital, […]
Booklet piloted to help hospital staff improve care to people with dementia
Published: February 3, 2015
Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Good Hope, Heartlands and Solihull Hospital, is piloting a new booklet to provide better dementia care in its hospitals. Based on what staff and carers have said would help them to respond to the person with dementia’s needs, ‘About me’ is filled out and given to staff […]
Warning to keep safe and keep warm as big freeze hits
Published: January 16, 2015
Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Birmingham’s Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital, is urging people to keep safe and keep warm as the area looks set to be hit by a cold snap over the coming days. The Met Office has today issued a Level 3 Cold Weather Alert for […]
New dermatology unit for Solihull Hospital thanks to £3.5 million investment
Published: January 7, 2015
Work is underway at Solihull Hospital on a brand new purpose built unit for its award-winning dermatology service. The £3.5m investment for the service will mean new facilities and a much improved environment for patients and staff, as well as provision for the future development of specialist services. Other benefits include extra theatres and increased […]
