Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

04/09/2026

Tom Fernandez, a Royal Free Hospital nurse, has raised more than £12,000 to help us support the Ian Charleson Day Centre (ICDC) by completing the 25km London Summer Walk.💙
Tom has worked at the ICDC since it opened more than 30 years ago and has seen HIV care transformed throughout his career.
He said: “I'm fundraising for the Royal Free Charity so that, with their funding and support, together we can improve things even further for patients: from funding research that advances HIV care, to therapy dogs and volunteer support. Taking on the Ultra Challenge is my way to give something back, helping to benefit people living with HIV now and in the future."
We’re incredibly grateful to Tom and everyone who supported him.

04/09/2026

Today is your last chance to book your place at our next Medicine for Members online event: Cancer care at the Royal Free London – today, tomorrow and beyond.

This free session will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how our teams are improving cancer outcomes, expanding personalised care and shaping our long-term cancer strategy. You will also have the chance to ask questions during our live Q&A.

📩Registration closes today: https://shorturl.at/H3dHr

03/09/2026

Congratulations to Professor Wendy Reid, non-executive director at the Royal Free London, on being appointed an Honorary Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by His Majesty The King in recognition of her services to health education.

A well-deserved honour recognising Professor Reid's significant contribution to healthcare leadership, medical education and workforce development.

🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/zLAl50ZIPii

01/09/2026

This September, we’re marking east and southeast Asian (ESEA) heritage month.

The theme for this year is 'Evolving threads', marking the past and present, and recognising the way these weave together.

Throughout September, we’ll be sharing content celebrating ESEA heritage, culture and contributions.

What does your ESEA heritage mean to you? Share your story in the comments.

Follow along throughout the month.

29/08/2026

Whatever your plans this bank holiday, know where to get the right medical help.

📱 Need urgent medical advice and unsure what to do? Visit 111.nhs.uk or call 111.

For urgent mental health support, call 111 and select the mental health option.

NHS 111 is available 24/7, including bank holidays.

🚑 A&E is for serious injuries and life-threatening emergencies. If someone’s life is at risk, call 999.

28/08/2026

From a myeloma diagnosis at 33 to decades of championing patients, Judy Dewinter's NHS journey has been remarkable.

Our chair is one of London TV's London Heroes, sharing more about her experience, her advocacy work and her commitment to better healthcare.

Watch the full interview via the link in the comments.

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28/08/2026

A busy day at North Middlesex University Hospital for our group chief executive Peter Landstrom, meeting staff, touring the new urgent treatment centre redevelopment, and learning more about the innovations helping improve patient care across the hospital.

Thank you to everyone who took part in the visit.

27/08/2026

Don’t miss our next governor surgery taking place today at Edgware Community Hospital.

Come along between 12pm and 2pm, next to reception in the main entrance, to speak directly with your elected governors Richard Helyer and Dov Ge**er.

This is a great opportunity to share your thoughts, ask questions, and help influence how your governors represent you and our wider community.

26/08/2026

The newly refurbished Margaret Winter Doctors’ Mess has opened at the Royal Free Hospital (RFH), providing resident doctors with a welcoming space to rest, recharge and connect with colleagues during demanding shifts.

Named in memory of Margaret Winter, who ran the hospital's former doctors' mess for more than 30 years, the space honours a much-loved figure who supported generations of Royal Free doctors. Many remember the warmth, energy and determination Margaret brought to the role, creating a refuge from the pressures of hospital life and a place where colleagues could come together.

Margaret was diagnosed with cancer and passed away last year at the RFH, where she was cared for by many of the doctors she had supported throughout their careers. Shortly before her death, she was presented with the sign that now hangs in the refurbished space, confirming it would be named in her honour.

Professor Aine Burns, director of postgraduate medical education, said: "It is fitting that the new space carries her name and that future generations of doctors will learn about the extraordinary contribution she made to the Royal Free Hospital."

Jenny Cross, medical director at the RFH, said: "This is a brilliant new space for our valued colleagues: resident doctors. It will offer a much-needed place of respite where they can take a break, recharge and connect with one another during demanding working days."

A huge thank you to everyone who helped transform the space into a welcoming environment for our resident doctors.💙

25/08/2026