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IMPORTANT UPDATE: Bedfordshire Hospitals Charity’s Abseil Event is POSTPONED
Hear more about a new Elective Care Centre at Bedford Hospital
Hospital staff and former neonatal parents to walk 18.8 miles for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Martha’s Rule rolled out across Bedfordshire Hospitals
Luton and Dunstable Hospital introduces ground-breaking kidney stone procedure
Bedford residents invited for lung cancer screening
Notice of Election: Council of Governors Election 2025
Work to repair roads and potholes on our Bedford Hospital site
Public Medical Lecture: Liver Disease, May 2025
University of Bedfordshire and Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust announce official partnership
Major milestone reached for Bedford Hospital’s new Same Day Emergency Care Unit
Bedford Hospital achieves teaching partner status with the University of Cambridge
Update on Blossom Homebirth Service in Bedford
Bedford Hospital Pulmonary Rehabilitation service achieves accreditation
The Spring 2025 issue of the Ambassador magazine is out now!
1,000 Robotic assisted surgery procedures achieved in under two years at Bedfordshire Hospitals
Maternity update – changes to prescriptions during antenatal care at Bedford Hospital
Stroke patients to receive quicker care through video assessments
Dance project brings joy to elderly patients at Bedford Hospital
15 years of the Acute Assessment Unit at Bedford Hospital
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Consider a career in the NHS during National Apprenticeship Week
Forget-Me-Not service to enhance the lives of patients living with dementia
Maternity update – changes to prescriptions during antenatal care at the L&D
Bedford Hospital’s Homebirth Service review has been extended
New Same Day Emergency Care Unit to be built at Bedford Hospital
Blissful care at Bedford Hospital as Meadowbank Ward awarded Baby Bliss Charter Silver Award
New concessionary car parking for patient and visitors
Primrose Cancer Wellbeing Room and Garden at Bedford Hospital officially opened
15 Christmas Day babies welcomed to the world at Bedfordshire Hospitals!
Exceptional demand at our hospitals
Newly refurbished Emergency Department at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital officially opened
L&D Outpatients Call-centre Christmas period open hours
Doctors honoured at SAS and LED East of England Recognition Awards
World Prematurity Day 2024 at Bedfordshire Hospitals
New artwork collaboration creates a feeling of CALM
Public Medical Lecture: Emergency Care and How to Stay Healthy, October 2024
Reviewing our Blossom Homebirth service at Bedford Hospital
Aquablation: New treatment for benign enlarged prostates
Medical lecture: Emergency Care (A&E and Ambulance Service) and How to Stay Healthy
Emergency Department wins National Youth Anti-Violence Educational Award
Blossom Room opens for patients in their final days
Maternity staff set to reach new heights to fundraise for Little Feet Appeal
HbA1c testing information
Young patients to travel in miniature Tesla electric car
Public and Staff Election Results – August/September 2024
‘Little Journey’ app has launched at the L&D!
The Summer 2024 issue of the Ambassador magazine is out now!
International staff Communication workshops
Notice of Poll: Council of Governors Election 2024
Important changes to visiting arrangements at Bedfordshire Hospitals
CQC Report – Bedfordshire Hospitals’ Maternity Service
A story of inspiration, from Blossom to medicine
Junior Doctors Strike – June to July 24
Notice of Election: Council of Governors Election 2024
Public Medical Lecture – Prostate Cancer – 21 May 2024
Health Care Support Workers honoured with Chief Nursing Officer Awards
International Day of the Midwife 2024 saw 19 bundles of joy welcomed into the world at Bedfordshire Hospitals
New BLMK Diabetic Eye Screening Programme Launched
Resuscitation Nurse Practitioner saves Luton Town fan’s life
Healthcare Support Worker strike action – 11 to 13 March
New £24m Community Diagnostic Centre and enhanced primary care facilities in North Bedford set to enhance patient care
NHS Parliamentary Awards 2024
Bedfordshire Hospitals awarded ‘Employer with Heart’ Chartermark, to ensure all employees THRIVE
Junior Doctors Strike – February 2024
Trust Pharmacist Halimah wins at the Luton’s Best Awards
Extreme operational pressures at the L&D
Strep B trial at Bedford Hospital reaches incredible 1,000 participant milestone!
Bedford Hospital Emergency Department notice
Two staff shortlisted for the Luton’s Best Awards!
Arrival of 31 Christmas and New Year babies spreads festive cheer at Bedfordshire Hospitals!
Important information for patients during junior doctor strikes
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust wins resuscitation competition at ERC Congress 2023
Luton and Dunstable Hospital’s breast cancer unit receives support from local school
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust achieves two Pastoral Care Quality Awards
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust wins Nursing Times award for improving prostate cancer pathway
Help us support families who have experienced baby loss
Thank you event held for Bedford Hospital Charity & Friends
Important information for patients during consultant and junior doctor strikes
Organ Donation Week 2023
10 years of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Important information for patients during consultant and junior doctor strikes
Bedfordshire Hospitals carries out first total jaw replacement in East of England
L&D Diabetes Team win Rowan Hillson Inpatient Safety Award 2023
The September 2023 edition of Ambassador magazine is now available!
Bedfordshire Hospitals is recruiting to two new Associate Non-Executive Director roles
Come and find out more about our Vascular Services Development Plans
Industrial Action – Junior Doctor Strikes, August 2023
Patients being treated in newly refurbished Emergency Department at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Patient encourages public to complete bowel cancer screening home test kit after lifesaving operation
Industrial Action – Junior Doctor Strikes
National roll out of lung cancer screening programme
Innovative Digital Midwife at Bedfordshire Hospitals receives prestigious NHS England’s Chief Midwifery Officer Silver Award
Marking a decade of success since the Satellite IVF Centre opened its doors
Bedfordshire Hospitals celebrates 75 years of Windrush
10 years of laser prostate surgery at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Industrial Action – Junior Doctor Strikes
Volunteers honoured for long service at awards ceremony
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust support worker wins national award
Bedford Hospital granted provisional approval to run Advanced Trauma Nursing Course
Topping out ceremony marks major milestone at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Long awaited new triage space opened in Cygnet Wing by Trust Chair, Richard Sumray
Robotic assisted surgery to transform care at Bedfordshire Hospitals
Pam named as Coronation Champion
Support the LGBTQ+ and Allies Staff Network gain NHS Rainbow Badge Accreditation!
Return to Practice at Bedfordshire Hospitals
Industrial Action at Bedfordshire Hospitals – services impacted
Working towards a dedicated triage area and reception for delivery suite
The latest edition of Ambassador magazine is now available!
Important patient information for Bedford Hospital: temporary closure of car park between Rye Close and Cygnet Wing
Residents advised to choose services wisely as hospital fears services could be overwhelmed
Industrial action: Junior doctors’ strike update
Bedfordshire Hospitals will continue to provide Entonox during labour amongst concerns
Governor Elections – Ballots open on Tuesday 28 February
Meet David Venn, our new HCA
Restricted access to main building at the L&D
New projectors to help improve the lives of patients with cognitive challenges
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust appoints new Chair
Parking limitations at the L&D
Important information regarding the dining room located on Orchard Maternity and Orchard Gynaecology Ward
Bedfordshire Hospitals’ Midwives win NHS England’s Chief Midwife Officer’s Silver Award!
Maternity workforce boosted at Bedfordshire Hospitals with success of international recruitment programme
Pilot of extended hours in Outpatient Call Centre at the L&D
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust rated GOOD by the CQC
An important update on formula milk provisions at Bedford Hospital from 1 January 2023
Scarlet Fever and invasive Group A strep: advice for parents and carers
Pharmacy re-opens after £500,000 investment
World AIDS Day with Luton Sexual Health – Thurs 1 December 2022
RCPYC survey for dementia care
Luton Sexual Health becomes UK’s first NHS Sexual Health service to receive the Social Value Quality Mark®
Five shortlisted for Luton and Bedfordshire Community Awards
Newly expanded Outpatients area at Bedford Hospital will improve patient experience and help reduce waiting times
Lewsey Road closure – 1 and 2 October
Central Bedfordshire residents invited for lung health check
Bank Holiday Arrangements for the State Funeral – Monday 19 September 2022
Statement on Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Restricted access to main building at the L&D
Council of Governors elections – results announced
Bear hugs on hand – 30,000 teddies delivered to children at Bedfordshire Hospitals
Patient experiences first-hand the importance of carbon monoxide (CO) monitoring during pregnancy
Unprecedented demand for our urgent and emergency care services
Important Patient Information – Hot Weather
Product recall notice: Contamination of hygiene products
Angela Phythian, patient receiving ongoing care at the L&D Limb Centre will carry the Baton for the Commonwealth games opening
Lewsey Road closure 9 and 10 July
Commemorative book of 2020 babies presented to Cygnet Wing staff at Bedford Hospital
National Healthcare Estates and Facilities Day – 15 June 2022
Important changes to visiting arrangements at Bedfordshire Hospitals
Bedford Hospital remembers the day Her Majesty the Queen came to visit
Relaxation of restrictions at Bedfordshire Hospitals
Milestone reached for the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital’s Energy Centre
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Charity launch fundraising appeal for paediatric patients
Important changes announced to visiting arrangements at Bedfordshire Hospitals
Two years on: How NHS charities £150 million Covid-19 Appeal has changed healthcare in Bedfordshire and beyond.
Gold accreditation for NICU at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Permanent restriction of vehicle access to the L&D hospital site via Calnwood Road
Bedfordshire Hospitals maternity units awarded £208,000 for digital transformation
New Temporary Phlebotomy Service opened in Bedford
Visiting suspension on our adult inpatient wards has been lifted
Building work starting on Acute Services Block and New Ward Block at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Changes to visiting adult inpatient wards at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
34 Christmas and New Year babies born at Bedfordshire Hospitals!
Temporary changes to visiting arrangements on Christmas Day and Boxing Day
Important changes announced to Bedfordshire Hospitals’ maternity services
Local bus companies donate bus stop to dementia specialist ward at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital
Update to visiting at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
New patient appointment booking system for children’s blood testing
Calnwood Road Patient and Visitor car park closure
Global shortage of equipment used for taking blood tests
Annual Members’ Meeting 2021
Blossom volunteers to support patients at the end of life
Restrictions remain at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
NHS Heroes invited to attend ‘NHS Big Tea’ at Buckingham Palace
Celebrating Volunteers’ Week
Bedfordshire Hospitals’ Porter attends NHS thank you reception at Downing Street
Public/Staff Governor Election 2021 – the process commenced on 25 May
New patient/visitor car park and travel hub opening marks ‘start’ of L&D Hospital redevelopment
Relocation of Bariatric and Rheumatology Services at the L&D
Important changes announced to Bedfordshire Hospitals’ maternity services
Day of Reflection – A message from the CEO
Changes to main patient drop-off point on Lewsey Road at the L&D
Trust strengthens maternity leadership team
New patient appointment booking system at Gilbert Hitchcock House (North Wing)
Closure of retail outlets at the L&D
Our statement on the sad news of Captain Sir Tom Moore’s death
Captain Sir Tom Moore
New multi-storey car park at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
CQC Report – Bedford Hospital Maternity Service, January 2021
38 Christmas and New Year’s Day babies at Bedfordshire Hospitals!
Patient and visitor reminder – Coronavirus
Patient property drop-off: Christmas presents, Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 December (9am – 4pm) ONLY
Tier 4: Stay at Home
Temporary closure to St Mary’s car park
Reminder – car parking at the L&D
Music therapy for our premature babies
Changes to Christmas present donations at our hospitals
Changes to Short Stay Surgical Unit (SSSU) drop-off at the L&D
PATIENT REMINDER – Please wear your facemask when attending our hospitals
Coronavirus – advice for the public
Hands Department and Orthotic Department relocation at Bedford
Update on hospital maternity services in Bedfordshire
Patient car parking update at L&D
ENT department relocating at the L&D
Notice for Luton and Dunstable University Hospital (L&D) Patients

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Vascular (GP information)
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Urogynae (GP information)
Upper Gastro Intestinal Surgery (GP information)
Trauma and Orthopaedics (GP information)
Stroke Medicine (GP information)
Sterile Services (GP information)
Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) (GP information)
Specialist Palliative Care/End of Life Care Service (GP information)
Rheumatology (GP information)
Respiratory Physiotherapy Service (GP information)
Respiratory Medicine (GP information)
Pulmonary Services (GP information)
Private Patients – The Cobham Clinic (GP information)
Plastic Surgery (GP information)
Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Musculoskeletal Services (GP information)
Phlebotomy and Anticoagulation Services (GP information)
Pharmacy and Medicines Optimisation Service (GP information)
Paediatrics (GP information)
Paediatric General Surgery (GP information)
Orthodontics (GP information)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (GP information)
Ophthalmology (GP information)
Obstetrics (GP information)
Nutrition and Dietetics (GP information)
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Neurophysiology (GP information)
Neurology (GP information)
Nephrology (GP information)
Neonatology (GP information)
Mortuary Services (GP information)
Luton Sexual Health (GP information)
Limb Fitting and Orthotics (GP information)
Learning Disabilities (GP information)
In-Patient Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy (GP information)
Immunology (GP information)
Imaging (GP information)
Hepatology and Liver Disease (GP information)
Haematology and Blood Transfusion (GP information)
Gynaecology (GP information)
Gastroenterology (GP information)
Fetal Medicine (GP information)
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Endoscopy (GP information)
Emergency and Acute Medicine (GP information)
Early Pregnancy (GP information)
Ear, Nose and Throat (GP information)
DME (Care of the Elderly) (GP information)
Diabetes Podiatry (GP information)
Diabetes and Endocrinology (GP information)
Dermatology (GP information)
Dementia Care (GP information)
Colorectal & General Surgery (GP information)
Clinical Biochemistry (GP information)
Children’s Infectious Diseases (GP information)
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Cardiology (GP information)
Cancer Services (GP information)
Breast Screening (GP information)
Bereavement Support Services (GP information)
Bariatrics and Obesity (GP information)
Anaesthetics, Intensive Care Medicine and Pain Management (GP information)
Medical Microbiology (GP information)
Acute Gynaecology Unit (Maternity Services) (GP information)

Clinical Staff

Patient Information Leaflets

Parkinson’s and Mobility – How to help improve your walking
Transition from Children’s Services to Adult Services
Additional Family Information for Paediatric Physiotherapy
The Paediatric Physiotherapy Service
Ultra-Mini Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (UMP): Patient Information
Drainage Insertion: Patient Information
Lung Biopsy
Guidelines for caring for a Nephrostomy
Minor Biopsy Walk-in Patient Information
Biopsy Day-case Patient Information
Gentamicin Nebulised Medication Trial and Home Therapy (Adults only)
Colistimethate Sodium Nebulised Medication Trial and Home Therapy (Adults/Paediatrics)
Information for women taking Low Molecular Weight Heparin (LMWH) to prevent Venous Thrombo Embolism (VTE)
After your child’s Tonsillectomy Patient Information
After your Tonsillectomy (Adults) Patient Information
Phalanx Fracture Patient Information
Midshaft Clavicle Fracture (under 12) Patient Information
Hallux Phalanx Fracture
Soft Tissue Ankle Injury Patient Information
Buckle Fracture in Children Patient Information
BOA TLSO (Upright) Instructions for Use
BOA TLSO (Supine) Instructions for Use
Welcome to Ward 33 – Postnatal Ward
Welcome to Orchard Maternity Ward
Little Journey App
Advice for when your waters have broken after 37 weeks of pregnancy (Membranes have ruptured)
Inpatient Induction of Labour
Removal of Teeth, Post-Operative Care Advice
Exposure or Removal of Buried Teeth, Post-Operative Care Advice
Biopsy of the Mouth, Post-Operative Care Advice
A Guide to Conscious Sedation for Surgical Procedures
Metabolic Bone Disease Patient Information
Patient Advice for when your waters have broken after 37 weeks of pregnancy
Living life with Diabetes
Managing blood glucose levels
Type 1 Children’s Diabetes Fundamentals
Specialist Healthcare Team for Adults with a Learning Disability Guide
My Health and Me
8 Steps to Staying Healthy in Hospital
Learning Disability Liaison Nurses Leaflet
My Health and Me – Guidance for professionals and carers
Voice Clinic Information Leaflet
Endo-Mucosal Resection Advice on Discharge
Colonoscopy Sedation (Entonox Only) Advice on Discharge
Skin prick testing guide for patients
The importance of Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) programme following an exacerbation (flare up of condition)
Glycopeptide Resistant Enterococci (GRE/VRE) Patient Information
Norovirus (Winter Vomiting) Patient Information
Methicillin-Sensitive Staphylococcus Aureus (MSSA) Decolonisation Therapy Patient Information
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) Patient Information
Influenza (Flu) Patient Information
Infection Prevention and Control Patient Information
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase (ESBL) Patient Information
Clostridioides Difficile GDH Positive Patient Information
Clostridiodes Difficile (C.Diff) Patient Information
Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE) Patient Information
Transnasal Endoscopy Advice on Discharge
Sigmoidoscopy APC Advice on Discharge
Rubber Band Ligation of Haemorrhoids Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy with Throat Spray Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy with Sedation Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy Under General Anaesthetic Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and Insertion of Oesophageal Stent Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and Insertion of NG/NJ Tube Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and Dilatation Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and Banding of Varices Advice on Discharge
Naso-Endoscopy with Sedation Advice on Discharge
Naso-Endoscopy with Sedation Advice on Discharge
Naso-Endoscopy with Nasal Spray Advice on Discharge
Haemorrhoids (Piles) Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy APC Advice on Discharge
Flexible Cystoscopy and Removal of Stent Advice on Discharge
Flexible Cystoscopy and Change of Urethral Catheter Advice on Discharge
Flexible Cystoscopy and Change of Supra-Pubic Catheter Advice on Discharge
Flexible Cystoscopy Advice on Discharge
Sigmoidoscopy without Sedation Advice on Discharge
Sigmoidoscopy with Sedation Advice on Discharge
ERCP with Spyglass Advice on Discharge
ERCP Advice on Discharge
Endo-Mucosal Resection Advice on Discharge
Endobronchial Ultrasound Advice on Discharge
Colonoscopy with Entonox Advice on Discharge
Colonoscopy Under General Anaesthetic Advice on Discharge
Colonoscopy APC Advice on Discharge
Colonoscopy Advice on Discharge
Colonic Stent Advice on Discharge
Bronchoscopy Advice on Discharge
Replacement of your PEG Tube
Having your PEG Removed
Having A PEG Tube Inserted
Nasal Endoscopy with Sedation Advice on Discharge
Nasal Endoscopy with Nasal Spray Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy with Throat Spray Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy with Sedation Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and NGNJ Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and Dilatation Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy and Banding of Varices Advice on Discharge
Gastroscopy APC Advice on Discharge
Flexi Sigmoidoscopy Without Sedation Advice on Discharge
Flexi Sigmoidoscopy With Sedation Advice on Discharge
ERCP Advice on Discharge
EMR Advice on Discharge
EBUS Advice on Discharge
Colonoscopy Without Sedation Advice on Discharge
Colonoscopy APC Advice on Discharge
Colonoscopy With Sedation Advice on Discharge
Colonic Stent Advice on Discharge
Bronchoscopy Advice on Discharge
Transnasal Endoscopy Information Leaflet
Therapeutic Colonoscopy Information Leaflet
Having a PEG Tube Inserted
Oesophageal Varices: Screening, Surveillance and Treatment Information
Gastroscopy Information Leaflet
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Information Leaflet
Endoscopic Ultrasound Information Leaflet
ERCP Information Leaflet
Colonoscopy Information Leaflet
Your Stay in Hospital
Reducing the Risk of Blood Clots
Delirium
Post-operative care advice – Skin surgery
Burning Mouth Syndrome
Having an ERCP with SpyGlass
Having a Flexible Cystoscopy
Cytosponge/EndoSign (Capsule Sponge)
Perineal Health in Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond – Antenatal discussion guide
GROW 2.0 – Information for mothers
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Service (L&D)
Having a Gastroscopy (Outpatient)
Having a Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy
Having an ERCP (Outpatients)
Having an Endobronchial Ultrasound
Physiotherapy – Perineal Massage in Pregnancy
Physiotherapy – Looking after your Pelvic Health in Pregnancy
Physiotherapy – Looking after your pelvic floor when you have had a baby
Physiotherapy – Improving your Pelvic Health and fitness after pregnancy
Physiotherapy – Diastasis Recti following Pregnancy (DRAM)
Physiotherapy – Advice and exercises following a caesarean section
Physiotherapy – Advice and Exercises Following an Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injury (OASI) – 3rd / 4th Degree Tear
Having a Naso-Endoscope
Having a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy (Outpatients)
Having a Colonoscopy (Outpatients)
Having a Bronchoscopy (Outpatients)
Information about measles
What can you do to prevent skin tears?
Rainbow Care at Bedfordshire Hospitals
Jaw Joint Problems
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Service (Bedford)
User Instructions for Knee Orthosis or KAFO
SGLT-2 inhibitors
Steroid treatments and blood glucose levels
Wrap Around Knee Brace
Vista Aspen Collar
Using a Soft Collar
Truss
Spinal Corsets and Abdominal Supports
Spinal Corsets and Abdominal Supports
Range of Motion Knee Brace (ROM)
Pull On Knee Brace
Neck Braces and Collars
A Guide to Your Insoles
Footwear – Repairs and Replacements
A Guide to Your Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO)
Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (KAFO)
A Guide to Wearing Heel Cups/Insoles
A Guide for Purchasing Footwear for use with Orthoses or for Adaptations
A Guide to Your Child’s Spinal Brace
A Guide to Your Child’s Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO)
A Guide to Your Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO)
Functional Foot Orthosis (FFO)
Footwear – Repairs and replacements
Footwear for people with Diabetes
Footwear – The first pair
Foot up
How to choose footwear for adaptation
A guide to your insoles
Falls prevention in hospital
Falls information for Outpatients
Use of patient bed rails
Information for the carers of people living with Dementia
Data Protection & Your Information
PALS, Complaints & Compliments
Simple steps to keep you safe during your hospital stay
SGLT-2 inhibitors
Steroid treatment and blood glucose levels
Overnight visiting in our maternity units
Frailty virtual ward service
K5 – Patella Dislocation
H28 – Metacarpal Undisplaced Neck Fracture
H25 – Thumb Soft Tissue Injury
H23 – Finger Soft Tissue Injury
H21 – Soft tissue injury to your wrist
H14 – Distal Radius Buckle Fracture
H12A – Carpal bone Avulsion Fracture
H9 – Metacarpal Shaft Fracture
Bariatric Surgery Enhanced Recovery Goal Chart
H5 – Undisplaced phalangeal fracture
H4 – Dorsal Dislocation of the PIPJ
H3 – Volar Dislocation of the PIPJ
H2 – Bony Tissue Mallet Finger Injury
H1 – Bony Tissue Mallet Finger Injury
Children’s Phlebotomy – Patient appointment booking system
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hips – L&D
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hips – Bedford Hospital
Enhanced Recovery after Bariatric Surgery (ERABS)
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
Trabeculectomy
Trabeculectomy Aftercare
Posterior vitreous detachment
Keratoconus eye condition
Cyclodiode Laser Treatment
Cataract Surgery
E18 – Occult fracture of the Supracondylar Region
E16 – Soft tissue elbow injury
E5 – Radial Neck Fracture / Occult Proximal Radius Fracture
E2 – Midshaft Ulna or Radial Shaft Fracture
Uterine Artery Doppler Scan
Your Midwife Care Guide
S29 – Medial Clavicle Fracture
S29a – Medial Clavicle Fracture (under 12s)
S27a – Lateral Clavicle Fracture (under 12s)
S27 – Lateral Clavicle Fracture
S26a – Midshaft Clavicle Fracture (under 12s)
S26 – Midshaft Clavicle Fracture
S23 – Scapula Fracture
S22 – Long head of biceps injury
S19 – Soft tissue shoulder injury
S18 – Soft tissue shoulder injury
S16 (Bedford) – Midshaft Humerus Fracture
S16 (Luton) – Midshaft Humerus Fracture
S14 – Undisplaced Greater Tuberosity Fracture
S13 – Proximal Humerus Fracture
S7 – ACJ Injury Grade 1, 2 or 3
S5 – Recurrent Shoulder Dislocation
S3 – Shoulder Fracture Dislocation
S1 – Primary Shoulder Dislocation
S1a – Primary Shoulder Dislocation (under 16s)
Having an ERCP (Inpatients)
Having a Gastroscopy (Inpatients)
Having a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy (Inpatients)
Having a Colonoscopy (Inpatients)
Having a Bronchoscopy (Inpatients)
PillCam™ patient procedure brochure
Additional information – Entonox
Additional information – Having a procedure with a training Endoscopist
F24 – Phalanx Fracture – lesser toe fracture
F23 – All Other Tarsal Bone Avulsion
F21 – Hallux Phalanx Fracture
F19 – Calcaneal – anterior avulsion fracture
F18 – Calcaneal Fracture
F17 – Calcaneal Fracture – Undisplaced
F16 – Soft tissue foot injury
F14 – Avulsion Fracture to your Talus
F11 – Foot Stress Fracture with Follow-up
F10 – Foot Stress Fracture
F8 – Multiple Metatarsal Fractures
F7 – Metatarsal Fracture
F6a – Metatarsal Fracture – single (Diabetic)
F6 – Midshaft of 5th Metatarsal Fracture
F5 – Base of 5th Metatarsal Fracture
F4 – Base of 5th Metatarsal Fracture (Paediatric)
F3 – Base of 5th Metatarsal Fracture (Paediatric Under 16)
F2 – Base of 5th Metatarsal Fracture (Diabetic)
F1B – Base of 5th Metatarsal Fracture (recurrent injury)
F1A – Base of 5th Metatarsal Fracture
K13 – Tibial Spine Avulsion Fracture
K11 – Proximal Fibula Fracture with Follow-up
K10 – Proximal Fibula Fracture
K7 – Patella Dislocation with Routine Follow-up
K4 – Knee Soft Tissue Injury with Routine Follow-up
K3 – Knee Soft Tissue Injury
A21 – Calf Muscle Tear
A18 – Distal Fibula Stress Fracture
A11 – Medial Ankle Avulsion Fracture
A9 – Salter Harris Un-displaced / Avulsion Fracture of the lateral malleolus
A6 – Weber A Fracture
A5 – Ankle Avulsion Fracture – Lateral
A4 – Anterior Tibia Avulsion Fracture
P5 – Hip pain following trauma
A1 – Soft Tissue Ankle Injury
P1 – Greater Trochanter Fracture
Exercises that can be carried out after a Hysterectomy
T.E.D Anti embolism stockings
S2 – Primary Shoulder Dislocation
E6 – Proximal Radius Fracture

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