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The RCHT PodcastWhat is the new Young Persons' Patient Council?This week is International fraud awareness week and to mark the occasion our Chief finance officer Ian Dean talks to our Senior local Counter Fraud Specialist Byron Kevern about the definition of fraud, how it affects healthcare organisations such as RCHT and ways in which we can help to prevent it as patients and staff.Last week, RCHT hosted its first Young Peoples Patient Group – we’ll be finding out what went on at this meeting and what our young people are hoping to change.
2025-11-2013 min
The RCHT PodcastSteve and David reflect on remembrance, inclusion, and progress at RCHTRCHT recognised Remembrance Day with a service in the chapel at Royal Cornwall Hospital and online. John Clague, Chair of the Armed Forces Network, shares what remembrance means to him as a veteran, and how the network supports colleagues and families connected to the armed forces.Flu cases are rising, and Chief Pharmacist Iain Davidson explains why it’s more important than ever for staff to get vaccinated. He highlights how early flu activity and the H3N2 strain are creating extra pressure this winter, and how vaccination protects both colleagues and patients.And finally, Chair Da...
2025-11-1341 min
The RCHT PodcastWe're making improvementsLeslie Rust, Senior Maintenance Manager, took us around the hospital site at RCHT to show the ongoing maintenance work and discuss the planned improvements aimed at keeping everyone safe and the hospital looking nice!Last month RCHT hosted a kidney cancer patient day sponsored by Action Kidney Cancer. It was only the third event of its kind in the UK. We speak with uro-oncology clinical nurse specialists, Debbie Victor and Natalie Davies, about what this day means to our patients.
2025-11-0615 min
The RCHT PodcastLife after the RAF at RCHT(1:00) With Remembrance Day just a few weeks away, I had the chance to chat with Paul Newton - a veteran who now works here at RCHT who has an important take on remembrance day. Paul talks about his time in the RAF and the support available for staff members at RCHT who’ve also served in the forces. (14:38) Last week, St Michael’s Mount lit up green for International Adolescent Health Week and RCHT is getting ready to launch a brand new Young Person’s Patient Council too. If you’re a somebody w...
2025-10-2320 min
The RCHT PodcastWhat is Hypersight and how does it improve the quality of cancer care at RCHT?(0:40) Last week we spoke about October being Black History Month, and Stoptober, a national campaign encouraging people to quit smoking, but among many other things, October is also Cyber Security Awareness Month, We have Martin Price back on the show to remind us on how to keep safe online! (14:08) Thanks to £400,000 raised by the Sunrise Appeal, our brand new linear accelerators at RCHT are now equipped with Hypersight software, bringing even greater improvements to cancer treatment. We find out what Hypersight is, how it works, and the real difference it's making for both staff and...
2025-10-0922 min
The RCHT PodcastSignificant reductions in ambulance waiting times(0:23) This summer, Breastfest is coming to Newquay which is a lively one day event dedicated to raising funds for cancer research at RCHT. The festival was inspired by Jemma Sleeman, a breast cancer patient currently participating in a clinical trial at RCHT who will be joining us to tell us all about it! (7:46) Improvement lead, Rick Strang, takes us on a tour of the emergency department and tells us about some of the changes made to urgent and emergency care that are helping to significantly reduce ambulance waiting times and improve patient experience.
2025-07-2417 min
The RCHT PodcastDying Matters, Midwifery, and VE Day(1:01) It’s Dying Matters Awareness week and we’re joined in the studio by Healthcare Chaplain Em Dixon and Palliative Care Nurse Todd Harris to discuss the occasion and why it matters, their roles here at the hospital and what a normal death looks like. (20:00) And as Monday was International Midwifery Day, to mark the occasion I spoke with Consultant Midwife Sarah-Jane Pedler about the vital role of midwifery, the most rewarding aspects of the job, and the wide range of career paths the profession offers. (34:37) Today is VE 80 day, which...
2025-05-0839 min
The RCHT PodcastFriends 80th Anniversary, Northern Access Road Project and Paul Eustice(0:59) Beatrice Dyer, the chair of the Friends of Royal Cornwall Hospital and Daffeny Skinnard, President of the Friends, join Royal Cornwall Hospital’s chair David Allen as they mark 80 years of the Friends support to Royal Cornwall Hospital. (3:30) Next, Carolyn joins the project managers overseeing the Northern Access Road Project to review the progress made so far, discuss any challenges they've encountered, and provide key updates on the next steps. (7:44) Also, Chris Robins from CHBN’s breakfast show joins Paul Eustice of the band The Viewers to discuss their...
2025-04-1721 minThe RCHT PodcastPatient Flow, Cancer Support and Celebrating Midwifery(1:15) Health and care providers across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly are launching a focused two-week effort to improve patient flow. Our therapy teams are leading the way—making the most of their skills and empowering colleagues to keep patients active during their stay. Improvement Lead Rick Strang caught up with Michelle Hague and Izzy Reed to learn more. (10:02) In the Health and Wellbeing Centre in Truro there was a free Wellbeing Workshop organised, designed for anyone affected by cancer. While there, I spoke with organisers Louise and Charlotte about the purpose of the eve...
2025-04-1024 minThe RCHT PodcastGet set for Easter & 30 years as a voice cabling specialist(0:56) With the Easter holidays fast approaching we’re looking to have a perfect fortnight here at Royal Cornwall Hospital. Robin Jones, our chief operating officer, and Rick Strang our improvement lead are both in the studio to tell us more about it.(8:04) We’re saying goodbye to another one of our colleagues this week – after 30 years at Royal Cornwall Hospital, we’ll be hearing from Geoff Sanders about his time as a voice cabling specialist at Royal Cornwall Hospital. (23:30) A few months ago, I spoke with Green Spaces Ranger Eve Tucker an...
2025-04-0335 minThe RCHT PodcastOverseas Visitors Team and Charity Fundraising(0:49) Andria Dawson join’s Pete to talk about the work of one of the hidden teams in our hospital – the Overseas visitors team. (6:30) Our Chief Operating Officer, Robin Jones, joins Lynne Lees from the charity to catch up on the great work that the charity team have been doing and some of their plans for the year ahead.(13:03) Paul Foord, a nurse from our eye unit, is undertaking a walk to raise money for Cornwall Wildlife Trust – we’ll be hearing from Paul about why this is so important to him and t...
2025-03-2024 min
The RCHT PodcastDelirium SpecialIn this special bonus episode of The RCHT Podcast, we shine a spotlight on Delirium, a crucial topic affecting patients of all ages in hospitals everywhere. Joining us are Dr. Jay Reynolds, Consultant in Care of the Elderly, and Stephanie Wellstead, Improvement Practitioner for Falls, Dementia, and Delirium, who share their expertise on recognising, managing, and preventing delirium.We explore the key differences between delirium and dementia, why delirium is so common in hospital settings, and the serious complications that can arise if left untreated. Our guests also discuss how families and carers can help identify e...
2025-03-1422 minThe RCHT PodcastInternational Women's Day 2025 Part 1It's an all women podcast this week to promote International Women's Day on Saturday 8 March! (0:27) Amanda talks to Rose Gibson about venous thromboembolism (VTE), including what is it, how we prevent it and who is at risk.(7:54) Kim O'Keeffe tells us about her career to becoming Dual Chief Nursing Officer and some of the powerful female role models she looked up to along the way.(19:58) Jo Baden Fuller explains how she become a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, how she juggled life with her career and a husband in t...
2025-03-0636 min
The RCHT PodcastRCHT Chair David Allen, Seagull Management & Fridays at The Cove(1:02) Joining us first is David Allen, Chair of the Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust. We'll be getting to know him better, hearing how he's settling into the role, and discussing his hopes and aspirations for the hospital's future.(12:37) Last week, Charlie went and spoke to the team at NBC Environment, who are in charge of managing the seagull population here at the hospital through falconry response techniques. We speak with Andy Thompson and James Foot about how it works and why they do it.(23:49) Humanist Chaplain Em Dixon is al...
2025-02-2733 min
The RCHT PodcastRCHT's First Professorship, Work experience & Diabetes UK(1:08) Pete speaks with Professor James Clark, the first-ever Professorship recipient at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, about the role's impact on research, education, and his current projects.(11:34) Kate Teagle, work experience coordinator, joins us to discuss clinical and non-clinical opportunities at RCHT. Former participant Abbie shares her experience and insights gained.(19:47) Various different CHBN members have attended recent Winter Wellbeing NHS events across Cornwall. At County Hall, breakfast show host Chris Robins speaks with Spencer who is a volunteer for Diabetes UK at the Winter Wellbeing event over in county...
2025-02-2026 minThe RCHT PodcastApprenticeship Week, Dating Scams & Prehabilitation Services(0:58) It's Apprenticeship Week! Nikki Pryke joins us to discuss plans for the event, the various apprenticeship levels, their equivalent qualifications, and the opportunities available at RCHT. (10:24) Carolyn and I spoke with Kate and Chloe about the recent Careers event called Discovery Day that happened over in the Knowledge Spa. (15:16) With Valentines Day around the corner, Cyber security lead Martin Price returns live in the studio to discuss how to protect yourself from romance scams and maintain online safety both at home and in the workplace. (24:52) Nick, Hann...
2025-02-1334 minThe RCHT PodcastWinter Wellbeing NHS 10 Events & Ambulance Services(1:16) Rick Strang is back and this week he’s talking to the ambulance service team about their role in the community and how they’re helping with patient flow at our hospitals. (21:52) Lucy Tuson, director of engagement and communication at the Cornwall NHS integrated care board will be with us to talk about these winter wellbeing community events happening across Cornwall. (30:12) Another Lucy from Cornwall Council talks to Emma Hart about the free facilities available at our local libraries and Holly from Carn Brea leisure centre shares how you can take the...
2025-02-0637 minThe RCHT PodcastNew Hospitals, Mobile Research & Surgery Innovations(0:57) Roberta Fuller joins Pete and Katie in the studio with the latest news on our new hospitals project. (21:27) I met up with Bianca Mills in our new mobile research unit to find out exactly what it is and the benefits it’ll have for our community and research projects. (24:50) And a couple of weeks ago Emma Hart and I went along to the opening of our new elective surgical hub in St Austell – we’ll find out what a massive difference it’s making to our surgical waiting lists.
2025-01-3032 minThe RCHT PodcastWomen and Children's Hospital Update, ED and Echo Point(1:00) Steve Williamson, our chief executive has exciting news to share about our women and children’s hospital project. (2:28) Rick Strang chats with Emma Wise, Deputy Head of Nursing, and Dr Toby Slade, Emergency Department Consultant, about the challenges and triumphs in emergency care. (17:08) Pete and I visited the Echo Post launch at RCHT, a solar-powered speaker that guides users through stress-relief exercises. We spoke with its creator, Justin Wiggan, Nadia from Cornish Gems, and Dorothy Russell from Royal Cornwall Hospital to learn more. (26:37) Lynne Lees from our H...
2025-01-2331 minThe RCHT PodcastThyroid Surgery Studies, New Linear Accelerators and Winter Pressures(0:50) Consultant Biomedical Scientist, Leonie Wheeldon will be joining us in the studio to talk about the team’s Groundbreaking Study that Aims to Reduce Unnecessary Thyroid Surgeries (18:18) Rick Strang will be speaking with our Chief Executive, Steve Williamson about how we’re handing the winter pressures on our hospital. (29:46) There’s a project running in the sunrise centre here at Royal Cornwall Hospital to replace our two linear accelerators. Our head of communication for major capital projects, Carolyn Garman, went along to find out moreTune in live to...
2025-01-1734 minThe RCHT PodcastReflections on the Year 2024 with Mairi Mclean and Steve WilliamsonIn this special holiday episode, Pete sits down with Chairwoman Mairi Mclean and Chief Executive Steve Williamson for a heartfelt reflection on the past year. From organisational milestones to memorable challenges and achievements, we explore what made this year unique and impactful. Tune in for insights, stories, and a look at what’s ahead as we close out the year and embrace the holiday spirit.Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! Listen on CHBN, broadcasting on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, or stream on...
2024-12-2440 minThe RCHT PodcastNewlyn 14 Opening, Disability History Month & Hospital Care Improvements(1:28) Rick Strang and Dr. Ian Sturgess dive into preventing hospital-acquired functional decline, offering tips on keeping patients mobile, hydrated, and healthy during their stay, plus ways to combat norovirus.(8:27) Charlie visits the newly reopened Newlyn 14 Theatre, speaking with project manager Richard, Team Lead Gemima, and assistant project manager Emma about the theatre’s refit and new interventional radiology equipment.(13:44) Nycki shares this week’s Allytip, Privelege is Luck, discussing how privilege is often inherited unintentionally and its impact on our lives.(16:06) Iain Dean, CFO and Exec...
2024-12-1918 minThe RCHT PodcastRestaurant Re-Opening & Improving Patient Flow(0:58) A Fresh Start at The RoyalThe Royal Cornwall Hospital’s restaurant is back in action! Pete sits down with Helen Tyler, Senior Facilities Manager, to uncover the exciting changes in the space.(5:14) Nycki’s Ally Tip: Supporting Hidden DisabilitiesThis week, Nycki shares practical advice on making reasonable adjustments for individuals with hidden disabilities. Tune in for thoughtful insights that help create more inclusive spaces for everyone.(7:20) Patient Flow Progress: A Conversation with Rick StrangRobin Jones teams up with Rick Strang, Improvement Lead, to explore stri...
2024-12-1214 minThe RCHT PodcastHeart of Headland Boxes, Steve Williamson & Rick Strang(1:17) Celebrating 1 Year of Heart of Headland: Karen Murrish shares the impact of the charity’s gift boxes for staff and patients at RCHT, with testimonials from recipients.(11:04) Improving Emergency Care: CEO Steve Williamson and Rick Strang discuss initiatives to enhance patient flow, streamline discharges, and boost staff well-being.(20:15) Nycki's Ally Tip: "Treat others how you’d like to be treated"—Nycki explores when this advice might need a twist!(22:42) eCare System Overview: Kenza Thompson-Hewitt and Mandy Gorton introduce the new eCare system, highlighting its benefits for non-cl...
2024-12-0532 minThe RCHT PodcastDischarge Week & NHS Forest Trees(1:13) Robin Jones, our chief operating officer at Royal Cornwall Hospital talks about our new initiative to help get patients home when they’re medically fit to leave. (17:29) Nycki’s allytip this week will be coming from Rachel Cowley our associate director of equality, diversity, and inclusion who will be explain more about how to be a better ally. (19:02) Chairwoman, Mairi Mclean, met up with head gardener Steve Smith to plant the first of our NHS Forest trees – we’ll be finding out about that initiative a little later.
2024-11-2131 minThe RCHT PodcastQI Month, Noro 301 Trials & Armed Forces Covenant Signing(1:27) We also have Consultant Endocrinologist, Duncan Brown and Deputy director of infection, prevention and control; Jo Taylor in the studio to talk about the Norovirus 301 Vaccine Trial that is starting at RCHT. They explain what the Norovirus is, and tell us more about the Noro 301 Study that is happening across the world. (9:15) We are also starting a brand new segment on our show this week, it’s Nycki’s Allytip of the week – She’ll be telling us about Black History Month.(10:48) Armed Forces Network Chair, John Clague joins Chief Executive...
2024-11-0722 minThe RCHT PodcastPeggy's 45-Year NHS Career, Reducing Medicines Waste & Our First Humanist Chaplain(1:15) Lucy Tuson and I visited West Cornwall Hospital last week to meet with Peggy Sloan, a Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS trust staff nurse, who is retiring after an NHS career spanning more than 45 years! Lucy asks Peggy questions regarding her time in the NHS and what some of her favourite and most rewarding moments were.(10:37) As part of our Cost improvement plan here at RCHT, Pete and I met with Chief Pharmacist Iain Davidson to discuss the medical waste we currently have in our hospitals and how reducing this would be a great example...
2024-10-3130 minThe RCHT PodcastDLD Awareness & Black History Month Menu(1:00) Pete talks with Ysanne Yeatman, Children's Operational Lead for Special Education and Speech Therapy, and Hermione, a parent of a child with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), at Liskeard Community Hospital. They discuss DLD, Hermione's journey to diagnosis, and how the speech therapy team supports children with DLD.(15:13) Eve Tucker shares her green tip of the week, focusing on the fascinating Redwing bird migration.(16:37) Sandra Mitchelmore, Ethnic Minority Network Lead, discusses the special foods served at Royal Cornwall Hospital for Black History Month and shares what the month means to her.
2024-10-2428 minThe RCHT PodcastAllister Grant Retirement, Wellbeing Day & Acute Oncology(1:06) Allister Grant, RCHT’s Chief Medical Officer, will be in the studio reflecting on his time at the hospital and in Cornwall as he prepares for his retirement at the end of the month. (23:26) Hannah will be speaking with a variety of guests from Wellbeing Day, where we’ll discover some of the activities that took place, including general wellbeing tips and mini massages provided by Beauty Therapy students. (32:25) Pete is joined by Rachel Crocker, an Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist, who takes us on a brief tour of the Acut...
2024-10-1744 minThe RCHT PodcastRoberta Fuller, Ian Dean and International Adolescent Health Week,(0:49) Natasha, Kerris and Cat will be joining us in the studio to tell us what International Adolescent Health Week is all about.(9:44) We’ll also have Eve Tucker’s green tip – and this week she’ll be talking about leaf printing. (10:30) We’ll be getting latest update on the status of our Women and Children’s hospital building project from programme director Roberta Fuller. (20:31) With money looking tight for the NHS over the next couple of years, Ian Dean, our Chief Finance Officer will be with us to tal...
2024-10-1031 minThe RCHT PodcastOrgan Donation Week & National Inclusion Week(1:05) This week is national inclusion week and with us in the studio is Nycki Gray-Cooper who is the chair of our allies network and recently gave a presentation on her lived experience of being an Ally. (14:20) Our colleague Amanda and Pete met with Martin Kitts who’s been a organ donation recipient on three occasions over the past 34 years and has also recently taken part in the British Transplant Games. (23:21) We’ll have more information about the transplant process and where you can find out about becoming an organ doner with S...
2024-09-2644 minThe RCHT PodcastSummer Wellbeing Festival Stall Tours & Bowel Cancer Awareness(1:35) Lucy Tuson, director of engagement and communication at Cornwall and Isles of Scilly integrated care board, will be talking to Laura, from Sport in mind, who provides a safe, fun supportive space to get involved in sporting activities and use sport to support people with their mental health. (6:20) Simone from Whole Again Communities who encourage and support learning the art of cooking nutritious, affordable meals from scratch through free activities based in their open house. (10:17) Tracy from Active Cornwall talks to Lucy about their mission to encourage people to be mo...
2024-09-1926 minThe RCHT PodcastHonest Conversations & Healthcare Technology Innovations(1:19) Jen and Naomi are back in the studio and they are sharing their advice on having Honest and brave conversations.(26:00) We'll be hearing another of Eve Tucker's green tips, this week its about enhancing outdoor space!& The following Emerging Healthcare Technologies will explained in further detail:(20:00) Rebecca with 'Virtual Hippo'(23:50) Mark with 'TrustMarque'(28:00) Hannah with 'Heidi'(31:20) Charles King with 'MotusVR'Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new...
2024-09-0535 minThe RCHT PodcastResearch Takeover Week!(1:07) Joining us in the studio is Emily Taylor from Cornwall Council, she'll be telling us about the Research Engagement Network which helps increase participation and engagement in research projects.(9:14) Consultant Haemotologist David Tucker is back with us to talk about his facinating work in Haemotology Research and the recognition he is recievening for his studies.(20:47) Kerensa Downing and Andrew McFarland from Cornwall IT Services will be telling us more about some of their work involving Software Robots which were made to take on high volume simple data input tasks.
2024-08-2953 minThe RCHT PodcastCounter Fraud and Uro-Oncology(1:12) Our counter fraud team are in the studio with us with some really interesting stories about fraud committed against the NHS, the actions they’re taking to reduce fraud and what you can do to report it. (16:40) Eve Tucker’s will be on later with another one of her green tips, this week it’s all about bats. (17:56) We’ll be speaking with Uro-Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Debbie Victor who was recently appointed to the executive board of the British Association of Urological Nurses Tune in live to The RCHT Radi...
2024-08-2229 minThe RCHT PodcastHealthier Together Campaign, Changing Places Facilities and Bowel Cancer Screening(1:03) Assistant director of public health for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Ruth Goldstein, will be in the studio to tell us about Cornwall’s new healthier together campaign and how we can make those small changes to improve our long-term health. (14:43) Earlier last week we were joined by Emily and her son Logan in the recently updated Changing Places Facility in the Trelawny Wing. They told us more about what is inside one of these facilities and why they are so important to people like her son. (19:22) We are join...
2024-08-1538 minThe RCHT PodcastMairi Mclean's Tenure and Birdsong Wellness(0:44) Mairi Mclean, our chairwoman, will be leaving us in January – we’ll be speaking with Mairi and our Chief Executive Steve Williamson, about her achievements over the past 11 years at Royal Cornwall Hospitals, what’s changed over that time, and what’s in store for the future. (36:43) Eve Tucker and George Steedman Jones are in the studio to tell us about the impact birdsong has on our wellbeing. George will also be showing off the recording equipment he uses to capture birdsong. Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new in...
2024-08-0851 minThe RCHT PodcastSummer Wellbeing Festivals and Whooping Cough Vaccinations(0:35) Lucy Tuson is in the studio to tell us about the new 'Healthier Together' Campaign and the Summer Wellbeing Festivals happening as part of it this summer.(8:00) Marie Thomas is back on the show to tell us more about 'Whooping Cough', some of the symptoms and how we can all get vaccinated.Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! Listen on CHBN, broadcasting on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, or stream online at chbnradio.org. You can also catch us o...
2024-08-0113 min
The RCHT PodcastEmergency Care, Inclusion, and Accessibility(1:02) Chief medical officer, Allister Grant, is in the studio to talk about our new same day emergency care unit at West Cornwall Hospital and the new surgical hub that’ll soon open at St Austell Community Hospital. (20:19) Royal Cornwall Hospitals’ associate director of equality, diversity and inclusion, Rachel Cowley is in the studio with us alongside Dr Rohan Chauhan who is equality diversity and inclusion lead at Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. And they’re here to talk about South Asian Heritage Month(31:15) Glyn Belt gives Laura a ward manager’s perspectiv...
2024-07-2543 min
The RCHT PodcasteCare Takeover WeekIt’s eCare Takeover Week! Get ready for an inside look at eCare, our very own Electronic Patient Record set to launch in 2025. This system will bring several of our digital and paper-based systems together, giving us the most up-to-date patient information; allowing us to spend more time delivering seamless and safer care. Join us today to hear from a number of different people involved in the eCare program. (0:38) We are joined by Simon McCreary who is the eCare Programme Director here at RCHT. He will be telling us a bit about his...
2024-07-1143 minThe RCHT PodcastEmergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response & Staff Networks(0:50) The NHS needs to plan for, and respond to, a wide range of incidents and emergencies that could affect health or patient care. These could be anything from extreme weather conditions to an outbreak of an infectious disease or a major transport accident. With us in the studio to talk about Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response is our Chief Operating Officer, Robin Jones and the Head of Emergency Preparedness Resilience and Response, Matt Overton.(16:47) Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is hosting a series of events to celebrate Filipino Cultural Appreciation Month. This week, we...
2024-07-0445 minThe RCHT PodcastArmed Forces Week, Emerging Healthcare Technologies Symposium and Active Listening(1:14) It’s Armed forces week this week, which is a chance to show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community. We talked to Neill WIlson and John Clague about their experience as veterans, how they found leaving the forces to work within the NHS and why Armed Forces week is important to them.(20:25) We'll hear from Jaya, the Interim Head of Research and Development at the hospital. In our brief chat, she discussed the upcoming Emerging Healthcare Technologies Symposium, scheduled for August 27. She shared insights on what to e...
2024-06-2749 min
The RCHT PodcastEstates and Facilities DayThis week we recognised the 3rd national estates and facilities day by celebrating the essential contributions of estates and facilities professionals, emphasising their vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable operations.(1:00) Angus and Jess talk about their roles in the canteen, what’s on offer and what we can expect in the near future!(7:36) Charlie and I went on a small tour with Barry Manser who is the Deputy Head of Estates here at RCHT. Barry gave us a bit more of an insight into what happens behind the doors of the hospital and how th...
2024-06-1953 minThe RCHT PodcastGreener AHPs, Harvey's Lab Tours, 'Aspire' Awards & Filipino Cultural Appreciation Month(0:50) - Faith Toogood and Rhiannon Matthews are in the studio to talk about the National ‘Greener AHPs’ celebrations back in April, the recognition they have received recently and to also tell us a bit about the NHS Net Zero Agenda.(12:10) We'll be discussing the return of Harvey's Lab Tours, formerly known as Harvey's Gang, at Royal Cornwall Hospitals. We spoke with the staff in charge, as well as one of the patients participating and their parent, to gather their feedback.(19:43) Over at West Cornwall Hospital – we had a chat with the team who recently achieved an ‘Aspire T...
2024-06-1337 minThe RCHT PodcastVolunteer WeekIt's Volunteer Week!This week we celebrate the heart and soul of our community: our amazing volunteers. We hear from numerous volunteers across the organisation, along with the incredible staff, and learn more about the various roles available and how you can get involved.(0:40) Mark Richards - Lead for Chaplaincy and Voluntary Services & Verity Barker - Voluntary Services Manager(16:48) Bride - Senior Staff Nurse & Juliet - Lead Chemotherapy Nurse(23:38) Richard - CHBN Volunteer(25:43) Ted Taylor - Cornwall Blood Bik...
2024-06-0655 minThe RCHT PodcastGreen Spaces, Vaccinations, Callestick Ice Cream & Culture and Diversity(0:58) Eve Tucker who is a new Green Spaces Ranger here at the hospital and will soon have a regular spot on the RCHT Radio show. Let’s find out what her role entails! (6:40) Marie Thomas, the Clinical Manager of our Vaccination and Health Promotion team, will be telling us her story, about her role, and the importance of vaccinations. (12:22) Christiern Francis is in the studio to tell us about the Culture and Diversity Conference, which happened in March, and some of the learnings from it. (20:53) We talked about the Hospital’s partnership with Callestic Ice cre...
2024-05-3026 minThe RCHT PodcastHealth and Safety, Cath Lab Upgrade and eCare Champions(0:45) Robin and Gavin are in the studio with what is a fascinating discussion around health and safety at our hospitals. (21:06) The Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory is having a refit and upgrade so we talk to the team about what’s changing. (27:03) Simon Price is also in the studio telling us about his role in the eCare rollout and what’s involved in being an eCare champion. Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! Listen on CHBN, broadcasting on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, or stream online...
2024-05-2333 minThe RCHT PodcastMental Health Awareness Week SpecialThis week is mental Health Awareness Week so we have a special episode dedicated to mental health. Presenters Peter and Charlie are joined by special guest presenter Emma Hart from Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation trust as we talk with a variety of guests about mental health.We hear from from service users Tom (0:52) and Kelly (14:06) who used some of our support services while struggling with their mental health. (23:17) We hear from Consultant Darren Mackintosh about the perinatal care we offer to parents before and after pregnancy. (40:16) Service user, Rosalind will be talking about how ou...
2024-05-161h 12The RCHT PodcastSuper Clinics, eCare, and Hospital Radio!(0:51) One of Royal Cornwall Hospitals biggest objectives this year is to reduce patient waiting times for elective surgery. We talk to Catherine Cade - Elective Recovery Programme Manager and Quality Improvement Lead about the super clinics we’ve been running.(8:42) We have an interview with Consultant Matthew Berry about the brand-new patient system coming to our hospitals. (14:00) And last week, our Chief Executive, Steve Williamson visited the radio studio to meet with the station’s chairman, Mark Sanders. We listen in to their conversation about the history of our hospital radio station. And with an aim to impr...
2024-05-0921 minThe RCHT PodcastAutism Awareness and The Silent Hospital Project(00:40) As it was autism awareness week at the start of April, we’ll hear from Tamsin and Kieran about how we support people with autism. (16:50) Roberta Fuller is back in the studio to tell us about the launch of the silent hospitals pilot project which aims to reduce noise levels in our maternity ward. Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! Listen on CHBN, broadcasting on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, or stream online at chbnradio.org. You can also catch us on the CHBN radio app...
2024-05-0234 minThe RCHT PodcastCyber Security, Construction News Awards and Sarah Chaplin(0:33) Martin Price has recently received the Cyber Associates Network Award and will be informing us more about this and how we can keep safe online ourselves.(13:32) Roberta Fuller is in the studio to tell us about our double nomination for the national Construction News Awards.(25:56) Sarah Chaplin is retiring from Royal Cornwall Hospitals after 11 years at the organisation and will be discussing her time at the trust and sharing some of her stories with us.Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! Listen on...
2024-04-2546 minThe RCHT PodcastCornwall Health Library, Bowl Cancer Awareness, and Chief Operating Officer Robin Jones(0:33) Take a tour around one of the hidden gems at Royal Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Health Library.(12:17) It's bowl cancer awareness month so Hannah finds out more about this disease from our team of dedicated specialists.(33:18) Chief Operating Officer, Robin Jones, is in the studio to talk about how our services have been able to reduce waiting times, with some departments amongst the best in the southwest.Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! Listen on CHBN, broadcasting on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, or...
2024-04-1846 minThe RCHT PodcastParkinson's Awareness, Bee-ster Update, Stress Awareness Month and How an Urgent Treatment Centre Can Help(00:36) Angela Hart and Stephen Chan spread awareness for Parkinson's.(15:53) Rhiannon Matthews updates us on Bee-ster.(18:20) Alex May and Josianne Cachia talk about their plans for stress awareness month and staff health checks.(27:17) Verity Harding explains what the urgent treatment centre can help treat.Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! Listen on CHBN, broadcasting on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, or stream online at chbnradio.org. You can also catch us on the CHBN radio app or simply ask your smart speaker t...
2024-04-1141 minThe RCHT PodcastCar Parking, Breast Screening, Return to Practice and the Role of a Medical Secretary(00:39) Carolyn Garman updates us on the car parking changes at Royal Cornwall Hospital.(03:23) You'll find out why you should book your breast screening appointment and where you can get it done.(10:05) Katrina explains her experience of returning to practice as a dietitian and Hannah tells you how you can find out more information.(14:00) Jane Morgan talks about her role as a medical secretary in haematology and how see feels the role makes a difference our patients.Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2...
2024-04-0422 minThe RCHT PodcastAnaesthetics, Critical Care and Theatres, and our Chief Finance Officer.(0:36) Pete Gray, Anneka Southworth, and Ashley Holt are in the stutio to talk about the Anaesthetics and Pain service at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust.(15:44) Our Chief Executive, Steve Williamson, meets with colleagues on our Enhanced Perioperative Care ward to find out more about the exciting changes happening on their ward and the service they offer to some of our most vulnerable patients.(23:49) Ian Dean is in the studio to talk about his new role as interim Chief Finance Officer, his career path into the role, and the finances of Royal Cornwall Hospital over the coming...
2024-03-2836 minThe RCHT PodcastBiomedical Scientist Wards, Virtual Isla, and Bee-ster!(00:33) Consultant Biomedical Scientist, Leonie Wheeldon, tells my colleague Adrian about being shortlisted for Biomedical Scientist of the Year 2024. We also find out more about the role of Diagnostic Cytopathology at the Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust.(05:56) Roz Davies and Rhiannon Matthews are in the studio to talk about their “Bee-ster” giveaway and their shortlisting for an HSJ award for “Virtual Isla”.Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! Listen on CHBN, broadcasting on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, or stream online at chbnradio.org. You can also cat...
2024-03-2114 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: St Piran's Cross Award, Norovirus Outbreak, Endometriosis Awareness, and our Chief Medical Officer(00:40) Revd. Mark Richards is in the studio to tell us how he felt when he received the St Piran's Cross award.(17:55) Jo Taylor shares how we can protect ourselves as Norovirus prevalence increases across the community.(22:41) It's endometriosis awareness month so we find out more about this disease from specialists Tom Smith Walker and Gilly Macdonald.(43:21) Our executive this week is our chief medical officer, Dr Allister Grant. We hear about his role in the organisation and the projects that are coming to Royal Cornwall Hospitals this year.You can listen to Th...
2024-03-1459 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Gool Peran Lowen, The Renal Team, Histopathology, and The Integrated Safeguarding TeamIn this week's podcast:(00:39) Cornwall celebrated St Piran's Day on Tuesday 5 March so our Chief Executive, Steve Williamson shared a few Cornish words related to healthcare. (03:22) Jon, Melissa and Clair from the renal department share news of the exciting projects they are working on.(25:13) We hear about the new histopathology laboratory from Robin Jones and Stephen Davison.(28:53) Our Jane and Dani from integrated safeguarding service explain what they do and how they help our patients.You can listen to The RCHT Radio Show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm...
2024-03-0736 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Major Capital Projects for 2024, the new BSOTS Triage System and Outpatients at West Cornwall HospitalIn this week's podcast:(00:25) Roberta Fuller, Associate Director Major Capital Project and Programme Director for the Women and Children's Hospital Build, tells us about all the building works happening over 2024(22:37) Our maternity matrons Sarah Harvey Hurst and Josie Dodgson fills us in on the new triage system, called BSOTS, that will be introduced to the maternity service on Monday 4 March 2024(26:22) We hear about the exciting news of the ground breaking ceremony at West Cornwall Hospital for the start of the new Outpatients departmentYou can listen to The RCHT Radio Show live...
2024-02-2929 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: LGBT Event and Fasting for RamadanIn this week's podcast:(0:31) Mikey Stevens in the studio to share details about an LGBT History Month event the hospital is hosting.(6:30) With Ramadan starting soon we have our Associate Director of Equality Diversity and Inclusion, Rachel Cowley, in the studio who'll share her experience of trying to fast for a day and how we can support Muslim patients and colleagues who are observing this strict fast from dawn until sunset.You can listen to The RCHT Radio Show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM...
2024-02-2220 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Virtual Wards, The Apprenticeship Awards, eCare and CQC Maternity Survey ResultsIn this week's podcast:(0:26) Our colleagues at Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust caught up with Operational Lead, Claire Bettison and patient Barbara to tell us about the virtual wards.(05:01) We hear from Nikki Pryke and our apprentice award winners and recommenders to tell us about the apprenticeship awards.(30:10) Kerri fills us in on what eCare is and why Royal Cornwall Hospitals are introducing the system(35:36) Sally Brittain and Angela Bellamy tell us about the 2023 CQC Maternity ResultsYou can listen to The RCHT Radio Show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on...
2024-02-1541 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Unicef Award for Neonatal, New Surgical Hub, Apprenticeship Week, and HIV Testing WeekIn this week's podcast:(0:41) Dellen Prescott, Neonatal Infant feeding lead, is in the studio to tell us about the award they've received on the neonatal unit. (12:54) We join Chief Executives, Steve Williamson and Debbie Richards at the groundbreaking ceremony of the new surgical hub at St Austell Community Hospital. (18:34) As it’s Apprenticeship Week, Abbey and Hannah met up with apprenticeship lead, Nikki Pryke before the apprenticeship event that she held at the Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site. (25:54) And Abbey chats with HIV Specialist Nurse, Lisa Walker, and Prevention lead at the Ed...
2024-02-0836 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and Farewell to Karl SimkinsIn this week's podcast:(0:24) Abbey speaks with Nurse Colposcopist, Becky Hunter as part of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and the importance of having a cervical screening.(19:00) It's Karl Simkins last few days with us before he retires. He's been Chief Finance Officer at Royal Cornwall Hospitals since 2010 and has worked in the NHS for over 38 years. Peter sits down with Karl in the studio to look back his career and the changes he's seen within the NHS.You can listen to The RCHT Radio Show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen...
2024-02-0132 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Cornwall Critical Incident and the importance of sim baby trainingThis week on the RCHT podcast we're talking about the critical incident declared by the health and care system in Cornwall.(0:24): We find out from our Chief Operating Officer, Robin Jones what a critical incident is and what difference it makes. And our Chief Nursing Officer tells us about the options available to help patients get home.(4:12): Chief executive, Steve Williamson is in the studio to give his insights on why we declared the critical incident and the outstanding work of our colleagues, volunteers and partners across Cornwall.(18:51): This week we're also taking a look at...
2024-01-2344 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Patient Experience, Digital Exercise Plans and Through My LensThis week on the RCHT radio show:(0:26): Holly Kiernan talks about the important role our patient experience team play supporting our patients. (14:13): Laura Mason speaks with Chris Andrews at West Cornwall Hospital about the way his team are using digital technology to share patient exercise plans. (18:59): And we'll be looking through the lens of Chloe Camyl Mickelson as she talks about her experiences as an international nurse.You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org...
2024-01-1824 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: The RCHT Charity, West Cornwall Outpatients and Steve Williamson, CEOIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:19): Karen Murrish, Fundraising Manager tells us about what the RCHT Charity has coming up in 2024 (16:14): Laura Mason has a walking interview with Louise Richards, Ward Sister at West Cornwall Outpatients (24:00): Steve Williamson, CEO tell us about January operational pressures You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or ask your smart speaker to play CHBN.
2024-01-1136 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Reflections on 2023In this week's epsiode we welcome our Chief Executive, Steve Williamson and our Chairwoman, Mairi Mclean to the studio to reflect on what we've achieved during 2023 and what we can look forward to in 2024.You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or ask your smart speaker to play CHBN.
2023-12-2820 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Christmas Spirit, Staff Carpark Update and Through my lensIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:30): Kim O'Keeffe talks to us about Christmas past and present (19:02): Carolyn Garman and Darren Butler update us on the staff carpark works (28:58): Roz Davies tell us all about her festive plans for everyone this christmas (37:16): Through my lens with Rey PacanzaYou can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or ask your smart speaker to play CHBN.
2023-12-2144 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Kindness, Long Service Awards and Through my lensIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:21): Naomi Burden talks to us about kindness (31:55): We celebrate our colleagues who have recieved a long service award (39.04): Adrian caught up with Kristina Joyce Barruga, an international staff nurse on Grenville ward for his series of 'through my lens' a photography club You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or ask your smart speaker to play CHBN.
2023-12-1447 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Berni George's new role, Mark Richards Chaplaincy and Ma Czesarine Mae Cruz Through my lensIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:23): Berni George tells us about her new role as Director of Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professionals. (14:11): Mark Richards talks about the support offered by the chaplaincy team(28:59): Ma Czesarine Mae Cruz talks to Adrian for his series of though my lens You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or ask your smart speaker to play CHBN.
2023-12-0736 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Community Trans-nasal Endoscopy Service and Dr Allister Grant, Chief Medical OfficerIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:18): Roz Davies, General Manager for Specialist Services and Surgery fill us in on the new community trans-nasal endoscopy van which you may have seen on the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Facebook page. (10:53): Dr Allister Grant talks to us about his role as Chief Medical Officer here at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS TrustYou can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or ask your smart...
2023-11-3026 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Dr Andrew Tresidder on Health and Selfcare, St Anne's Nest, Ella Stracy on the QI ConferenceIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:23): Dr Andrew Tresidder talks to us about Health and Selfcare(18:56): Kim O'Keeffe and Dr Jon Stratton open St Anne's Nest a new room soley for staff who wish to breastfeed (22:17): Ella Stracy, Chief Performance, Partnerships and Transformation Officer tells us all about the QI Conference You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or ask your smart speaker to play CHBN.
2023-11-2329 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Ripal Study, Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Karl Simpkins on FinanceIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:25): Neil Powell talks to us about the Ripal Study as it is Antimicrobial Awareness Week(14:25): Emma Cresswell speaks with Abbey for Lung Cancer Awareness Month (27:38): Karl Simpkins tell us about finance at Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or ask your smart speaker to play CHBN.
2023-11-1639 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Mark Briggs on SWAP, Occupational Therapy Week 2023 and the Silent HospitalIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:24): Mark Briggs was on the show to talk about his feature in the department of work and pensions video about Sector-based Work Academy Programme (SWAP) (6:46): Linda Powell, Occupational Support Worker tells us about Occupational Therapy treatments for Occupational Therapy Week (10:26): Carolyn Garman talks to representatives from DMV Imatis and from our maternity team about how we can help to make our hospitals a quieter environment for patients. You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM...
2023-11-1026 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Alison Thorne-Henderson, Mammography Scanners Replacement Programme, Greenlabs and Research & Development DiscussionsIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:26): We caught up with Alison Thorne-Henderson our Chief People Officer(17:42): Kim O'Keeffe celebrated the completion of our Mammography Scanners Replacement Programme(23:00): Abbey spoke to Sian and Jennifer from Microbiology to talk about what they're doing to make the lab more sustainable(35.07): Amanda Datson shared the Research and Development discussions with Vahid HarandiYou can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app, or...
2023-11-0237 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Skin Cancer Treatments, Kelvyn Hipperson on Cyber Security and Building Information Modelling (BIM)In this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:33): We caught up with Dr Grant Stewart and Dr Toby Talbot to talk about skin cancer treatment here at Royal Cornwall Hospital(13:45): Kelvyn Hipperson is our executive this week and he’s going to be talking to us how we can be cyber secure at work and in our personal lives. (25:33): Tamsin Allen, Adrian Rapson and Alex Cousins tell us about building information modelling and why it’s important to Royal Cornwall Hospitals You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm o...
2023-10-2638 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Infection Prevention, and our Chief ExecutiveIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:26): Children's Operational Lead for SEND and Speech and Language Therapy, Ysanne Yeatman, is with me in the studio to talk about Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) as part of the awareness day on Friday 20 October.(11:14): As part of infection prevention week, Joanne Taylor talks to us about how we can help prevent infections across our hospitals and in our personal lives.(23:51): Steve Williamson joins us in the studio as our executive of the week.Ysanne refers to this website during our chat:This is DLD...
2023-10-1937 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Baby Loss Awareness Week and our Chief Nursing Officer, Kim O'KeeffeIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:*There maybe parts of this interview that listeners may find upsetting, the interview lasts 20 minutes*(0:22): From the 9 October to the 15 October is Baby Loss Awareness Week, Abbey spoke with the specialist Daisy Team, Claire Moors and Dr Sophie Haynes about why it so important. Abbey also caught up Chaplin, Angela Brown to talk about the Baby Remembrance Service held Sunday 15 October at 3pm in Truro Roman Catholic Church. (19.09): Pete caught up with Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trusts, Chief Nursing Officer, Kim O’Ke...
2023-10-1235 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Stoptober, Hand Clinic, and Robin Jones's Operational UpdateIn this week's highlights from the RCHT radio show:(0:40): As we are now in October, Abbey has a chat Mark Holmes about Stoptober and what benefits it can bring to those wishing to stop smoking.(17:40): Laura visits Vicky, Emma and Lorraine St Michaels Hospital find out more about their Hand Clinic.(31:22): And our executive this week is Robin Jones who joins us in the studio to talk about all things operational. You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online...
2023-10-0546 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Sepsis and VaccinationsIn this week's roundup from the RCHT radio show:(0:35): As part of sepsis awareness month, we have our lead sepsis nurse, Suzanne Barber.(18:07): Winter vaccinations are back so we get the latest from our chief pharmacist Iain Davidson about this year’s vaccinations. (29:18): And our executive this week is Ella Stracy who talks to us about her role as Chief Strategy and performance officer. You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio ap...
2023-09-2839 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Digital Technologies, EPR, Mark Richards and SIM CUPIn this week's roundup from the RCHT radio show:(0:40): Mr James Clarkes talks all things technology(15:19): Chaplin, Mark Richards tells us about his health experience (36:38): Kelvyn Hipperson, Chief Information Officer and Dr Alistair Grant, Chief Medical Officer provides an update on EPR(46:35): We hear from Anna Shekhdar from the Cornish Crusaders about the 2023 SIM CUP You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app or on your smart speaker.
2023-09-2151 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Molecular Radiotherapy SuiteIn this week's roundup from the RCHT radio show:(0:26): Johnathon Goodacre tell us about the new Molecular Radiotherapy Suite in Lowen (7:44): Berni George talks about the upcoming World Patient Safety Day(21:41): and Karl Simpkins gives up an update on all things finance You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app or on your smart speaker.
2023-09-0738 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Patient HubIn this week's roundup from the RCHT radio show:(0:26): Helen Williams talks to us about the Patient Hub (11:30): and we hear about the support Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust offers international nurses from Jasmin Aplin. You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app or on your smart speaker.
2023-08-3117 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Supernova TrialIn this week's roundup from the RCHT radio show:(0:24): Dr David Tucker, Consultant haematologist talks to us about the Supernova Trial(11:34): We hear about the Junior Doctors Programme with Mr Lawrence Moulton, Consultant Orthopaedic Shoulder, Elbow and Upper Limb Surgeon and Director of Medical Education(22:56): and Chief Information Officer, Kelvyn Hipperson is our executive guest this week.You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app or on your smart speaker.
2023-08-2537 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: NetiquetteIn this week's roundup from the RCHT radio show:(0:30): Berni George, Director of Governance and Jen Robertson, People Promise Manager talk about Netiguette(17:22): We hear about the Flow Programme with Heather Walker (23:56): and Chief Nursing Officer, Kim O'Keeffe is our executive guest this week.You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app or on your smart speaker.
2023-08-1735 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Psoriasis Awareness WeekIn this week's roundup from the RCHT radio show:(0:24): Claire from our dermatology team talks to us about psoriasis, it's affects and treatments(9:05): We hear about the opening and benefits of the new home dialysis training suite(15:58): and Chief Executive, Steve Williamson is our executive guest this week.You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHBN radio app or on your smart speaker.
2023-08-1025 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Breastfeeding Awareness WeekIn this week's roundup from the RCHT radio show:Chief Executive, Steve Williamson give us an operational updateOur infant feeding team talk to us as part of breastfeeding awareness weekSarah Budden is here to talk about her upcoming charity runWe'll hear about the new building project for Pharmacy that's starting this weekThere's more good news for West Cornwall HospitalRhiannon Matthews stops by to update us on our sustainability projects.If you'd like to donate to Sarah's fundraiser for raising awareness for dementia and Kerensa ward at Royal Cornwall Hospital, go to: https://www.justgiving.com/page/sarah-budden-1684818026621...
2023-08-0331 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Butterfly CompanionsIn this week's highlights from The RCHT Radio Show 25 July 2023:Ele Buckley will be hear to talk about our new butterfly companion volunteer programmeWe’ll visit nuclear medicine and learn about some of the developments happening thereThere’s an update on what’s going to be changing at the front of Trelawny wingAnd we’ll hear about how some of our charitable funds have been used to support the children’s play garden.You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org, on the CHB...
2023-07-2722 minThe RCHT PodcastThe RCHT Radio Show: Big News for West Cornwall HospitalIn this week's highlights from The RCHT Radio Show: 18 July 2023.We learn about a new service for radiotherapy patientsRoyal Cornwall Hospitals Trust has won a gold level defence employer awardWe’ll hear from our lead physio who attended the PJ paralysis summitWe’ve got some good news about West Cornwall HospitalAnd we’ll also get to hear about some of the history of West Cornwall hospital.You can listen to the show live every Tuesday between 12pm and 2pm on CHBN. Listen on 100.8 FM in the Truro area, online at chbnradio.org or on the CHBN radio app.
2023-07-1923 min
The RCHT PodcastRCHT News - 15 June 2023 - Royal Cornwall ShowOver 118,000 people attended the show and present at stand 83 were teams from across the NHS in Cornwall. Pirate FM have been kind enough to send us the interviews they recorded with our NHS teams so in this episode you’ll hear from our recruitment teams, research, and the new hospitals programme.
2023-06-1514 min
The RCHT PodcastRCHT News - 24 April 2023News and updates this week:The Coffee shop re-opens at the front of Trelawny wingA three-month trial for body worn camerasA new initiative to provide support for end-of-life careAnd, Haematology blazes a trail in clinical trials
2023-04-2507 minThe RCHT PodcastRCHT News - 31 March 2023News and updates this week: RCHT Digital Transformation Project to be discussed at European conference,an improved RCHT website on the horizonand repairing the roof of Trelawny wing.
2023-03-3105 minThe RCHT PodcastRCHT News - 23 March 2023News and updates this week: RCHT colleagues return from Future Health Africa Orthopaedic Camp,an update on the MRI/Oncology building,and what is the NHS Muslim network?You can keep up to date with the progess of our building projects by visiting the RCHT Building Brilliance Facebook page or by visiting our website.
2023-03-2305 minThe RCHT PodcastRCHT News - 16 March 2023News and updates this week:There’s demolition in Penventinnie Lane,A silent party in the cathedral,A new staff network promoting civility and respect,and shortlisting for the PAFTAS.
2023-03-1606 minThe RCHT PodcastNutrition and Hydration Week 2023The 13 to 19 March is Nutrition and Hydration week.Joining me in this episode is team from the therapies department to talk about nutrition and hydration and the work they do to support our colleagues and patients. We’ll also hear about some of the activities they have planned for the week and how you can get involved.You can follow the team on Twitter @RchtDietitians Here's the schedule for the week:Monday: Ward competition to be launched on RCHT Staff Facebook group. The idea behind the competition is fo...
2023-03-1339 minThe RCHT PodcastRCHT News - 10 March 2023Welcome to season two of our podcast! News for this week:Hospital visiting restored to pre-pandemic arrangementsNHS overseas workers' dayA new electronic referral systemIntroducing our new patient safety lead, Mohana MaddulaBAM appointed as our Principal Supply Chain Partner for the Women and Children's construction programmeStaff encouraged to get active at RCH
2023-03-1208 min
The RCHT PodcastSustainable RCHTThere’s been a lot of coverage in the news recently about Strep A and Scarlet Fever so we speak with consultant emergency physician, Dr Mark Jadav to get advice on what to look out for and what actions to take if you think your child may have this infection.We also catch up with our Rhiannon Matthews from our sustainability team to find out more about the work they’re doing to make us a greener organisation. Do you think the podcast is a good way of sharing information? As a comms team, we’re trying...
2022-12-1425 minThe RCHT PodcastThe next 10 yearsHave you heard about pedal for patients? How would you feel about taking part next year? We speak with Lynne Lees from RCHT Charity about how you can get involved and what it’s like to take part. Also this week, we’re launching the new RCHT strategy which will set out our ambitions as an organisation for the next ten years. I sit down with Steve Williamson our chief executive and Alison Thorne-Henderson our new chief people officer to find out more about it and what it means for us as an organisation.Do you thin...
2022-12-0745 minThe RCHT PodcastHighly Commended VolunteersThis week, we celebrate the achievements of our Headland Unit Patient Volunteer Team, we stop by the frailty and same day emergency care unit to look at how life on the new ward is helping to improve patients lives, and I pay a visit to the newly relocated discharge lounge to find out what help the team can offer wards across RCHT with discharging patients.Also this week, have you ever wondered what the role of the Chairwoman is? I’ll be speaking with Dr Mairi Mclean to find out more about her role and what it means to...
2022-11-0933 minThe RCHT PodcastYour opinion pleaseWelcome to the first edition of the RCHT podcast. In this episode we talk about the summer party, a summary of the latest news from across the organisation, the infection forecast, and why should you fill in the staff survey.
2022-09-2831 min