The Friends and Family Test is an opportunity for people who use NHS services to provide real time feedback on their experiences anonymously. The question must be asked within 48 […]
Luton GP Speciality Training (GPST) The Luton GP Speciality Training (GPST) is a structured programme which enables doctors to complete the required accreditation needed to become a General Practitioner. The […]
Patient transport is for non-emergency, pre-planned appointments or inpatient discharges or transfers. The service is for those patients whose medical condition, mobility or treatment prevents them from travelling by any […]
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Tavistock Day Surgery unit consists of 25 trolley spaces, a nurse led pre-assessment clinic and an “admission on day of surgery” lounge. This unit gives pre and post-operative care for […]
Trade Union Facility Time The Trade Union (Facility Time Publication Requirements) Regulations 2017 came into force on the 1st April 2017. These regulations place a legislative requirement on relevant public sector […]
As part of our pledge to patients the L&D is committed to ensuring that there is effective communication with staff and carers. Effective patient care depends upon the accurate exchange […]
To families of all our patients, we wanted to give a reminder that sadly, at both Bedford and the Luton & Dunstable Hospital, we are still unable to allow any visitors on site, unless there are exceptional circumstances, for example in maternity or children’s departments, or for those patients who are receiving palliative treatment at the end of their lives, on a case-by-case basis.
At Bedford we will call one designated member of family every day between 1.30pm and 4.30pm with a daily phone update. Those who miss a call back during this time and are concerned can contact the helpline on 01234 730500.
For the Luton & Dunstable, we are offering a dedicated Next of Kin helpline for family members who want to check up on their loved ones – please nominate one family member to call 01582 718884 between 8am and 6pm.
