Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust We provide specialist and acute care, and community healthcare in Lambeth and Southwark.
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At Guy's and St Thomas' dedication to the communities we serve is at the heart of everything we do, with high quality, personal care for every patient we treat. We are guided by our values in everything that we do, which are: putting patients first; taking pride in what we do; respecting others; striving to be the best and acting with integrity. Our governors and members help to make us a successf

ul NHS foundation trust by ensuring that we meet the needs and expectations of our patients. As part of King’s Health Partners, an academic health sciences centre, we are pioneers in health research, and provide high quality teaching and education. This partnership helps us provide the latest treatments for our patients alongside the best possible care. Guy’s and St Thomas’ takes patient confidentiality very seriously and will never disclose any confidential patient information on this site. However we cannot be held responsible for any information users choose to post themselves. If you are a member, follower or user of this online social network please consider carefully the implications of disclosing any personal information on this site. The views expressed on this social network by our followers do not necessarily reflect the views of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. Please do not ask for clinical opinion or advice through this network - always contact your GP for health advice.

Reminder: Join our Annual Public Meeting on Wednesday 16 September, 6pm to 7:45pm.The event will feature updates on our ...
27/08/2026

Reminder: Join our Annual Public Meeting on Wednesday 16 September, 6pm to 7:45pm.

The event will feature updates on our work over the past year and our priorities for the year ahead.

You can join in person or online.

Find out more on our website: https://ow.ly/Inyr50Zwb3u

From being unable to lift a cup of tea, to lifting 10kg. That was Christine’s experience, after attending the Lift for ...
26/08/2026

From being unable to lift a cup of tea, to lifting 10kg.

That was Christine’s experience, after attending the Lift for Life resistance programme.

Physiotherapist James Cameron launched the Lift for Life innovative programme in October 2024, which has already helped over 50 older adults to reach their strength training recommendations, in a step towards healthy aging.

The programme offers 10 weekly sessions at Guy’s Hospital, which is one of the first hospitals to carry out this type of strength training. The classes aim to improve functional fitness and build a programme which people can continue at home or in a local gym.

Christine, 82, who attended the programme, had broken her wrist. She said: “At the beginning, I was worried about lifting heavy weights, but I improved. The classes are a really good idea to help people get back to their daily lives.”

Pantelis, 93, had a vascular problem in his feet. After attending the classes, he said: “I am
quite pleased with the programme. All the exercises they gave me to do, [I still] do. They’re doing a good job there. I am sure other people would appreciate what they are doing.”

Missed your cervical screening?The NHS may invite you take a HPV self-test instead. Find out more 👇
25/08/2026

Missed your cervical screening?

The NHS may invite you take a HPV self-test instead.

Find out more 👇

If your child has missed a vaccine, it’s not too late to catch up.Vaccination is the most important thing we can do to p...
25/08/2026

If your child has missed a vaccine, it’s not too late to catch up.

Vaccination is the most important thing we can do to protect ourselves and our children against ill health. They prevent millions of deaths worldwide every year.

Think about getting your child vaccinated before they start school. If you’re not sure, talk to a GP, nurse or hospital doctor about your questions.

Read our leaflet that answers common questions about vaccines for children: https://ow.ly/8FwH50ZELOj

The August eGiST is out now! 📣Highlights include: • Spain's Ambassador to the UK visits Royal Brompton Hospital• New ene...
24/08/2026

The August eGiST is out now! 📣

Highlights include:
• Spain's Ambassador to the UK visits Royal Brompton Hospital
• New energy partnership to modernise infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions
• Patients medal haul at the Transplant Games
• Celebrating the latest CARE Award winners

Read more and subscribe to get the next edition straight into your inbox: https://ow.ly/KaUn50ZAMyq

2 women who received life-saving heart transplants are helping shape future treatments through research. ❤️Kara and Kati...
21/08/2026

2 women who received life-saving heart transplants are helping shape future treatments through research. ❤️

Kara and Katie chose to donate their original hearts to the HLCC Biobank at Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals, where patient samples are helping researchers understand heart disease and develop new treatments for future generations.

The biobank now contains around 100,000 cardiovascular and respiratory samples donated by more than 12,600 people. From studying heart failure to exploring new ways to repair damaged hearts, these donations are supporting vital research around the world.

Read more about how patients are helping drive the next generation of discoveries in our latest GiST.

Our nurse-led apheresis unit has been transforming care for more than 200 patients with sickle cell disease.Since being ...
20/08/2026

Our nurse-led apheresis unit has been transforming care for more than 200 patients with sickle cell disease.

Since being awarded Medical Technology (MedTech) funding from NHS England in 2025, the specialist team of nurses has grown enabling them to:

• reduce waiting times
• carry out audits that help to tailor and improve care
• improve patient information sheets
• introduce innovative systems to monitor and optimise exchange blood transfusions
• develop a transition pathway for young people moving to the adult service
• increase staff training

Jeannine Joseph receives regular exchange blood transfusions at Guy’s Hospital. She said: “I’ve had a positive experience coming in for my treatment, and the team have been really good. Since the team has expanded you can tell they are really trying to improve their knowledge and the service that they provide.”

Apheresis clinical nurse specialists Rebecca Schieren and Freya Whitehead were recognised for their work on the unit earlier this year at the Trust’s Nursing and Midwifery Awards.

The judges highlighted that their “leadership, innovation, and commitment have significantly strengthened the Apheresis and Haematology Day Unit services… Their work has reduced clinical risk, improved efficiency, and enhanced patient experience, particularly for a vulnerable patient group.”

Our staff deal with physical violence and verbal abuse from patients, visitors and the public every day.Through our No E...
19/08/2026

Our staff deal with physical violence and verbal abuse from patients, visitors and the public every day.

Through our No Excuse for Abuse campaign, we are asking everyone to treat our colleagues with kindness and respect.

Nursing Sister Jess and security manager Ike spoke to BBC London about their experiences of aggressive and abusive behaviour from patients.

Read about this on the BBC website: https://ow.ly/jZzX50Zzq8F

Date for your diary: Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust Annual Public Meeting.Wednesday 16 September 2026, 6pm to...
17/08/2026

Date for your diary: Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust Annual Public Meeting.

Wednesday 16 September 2026, 6pm to 7:45pm.

The event will feature updates on our work over the past year and our priorities for the year ahead.

Speakers will include the Trust Chairman Charles Alexander, our Chief Executive Dame Amanda Pritchard, and our Lead Governor, as well as a series of short presentations from colleagues across the Trust about the important work they are doing.

You can join in person at the Nevin lecture theatre, St Thomas’ Hospital or online via Microsoft Teams.

For those joining online, a link will be provided on our website in advance of the event: https://ow.ly/IUYx50Zw9B3

For those attending in person, refreshments will be available in Central Hall at St Thomas' Hospital from 5pm.

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Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE17EH

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+442071887188

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