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“As a physician treating myeloma patients for many years, this is probably the biggest step change in myeloma treatment that I have seen in a decade.” 🎥  Prof Ashutosh Wechalekar, Consultant Haematologist at HCA Healthcare UK at UCH, answers questions about myeloma, how it’s treated, and how breakthrough treatments like CAR T-cell therapy are transforming the landscape of myeloma care. #HCAHealthcareUK #HCAUK #Myeloma #CARTCellTherapy #MyleomaCare

This March, we're shining a light on endometriosis as part of Endometriosis Awareness Month. Consultant Gynecologist Mr Shaheen Khazali explains why this condition can be so challenging to diagnose. Did you know the average time from symptom onset to diagnosis in the UK is approximately 8 years? While endometriomas or "chocolate cysts" on the ovaries can be detected through ultrasound, many cases are missed without specialized expertise in examination, ultrasound interpretation, or MRI analysis. To learn more about the diagnostic journey and why specialized care matters, visit https://lnkd.in/ej7ctW2C #HCAHealthcareUK #HCAUK #EndometriosisAwarenessMonth #WomensHealth #DiagnosticChallenges

“At The Wellington Hospital, we bring together a combination of extensive medical expertise in one place. The parallel between medical care and therapy is so important, and we are able to apply all of our expertise to the patient as a team.” – Dr. Orlando Swayne 🎥 In the next video in our Inside Neuro Rehab series, Consultant Neurologists at The Wellington Hospital Dr Orlando Swayne and Dr. Bal Athwal, explain how our multidisciplinary team approach brings together doctors and nurses with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, neuropsychologists, dietitians, and music therapists to provide truly personalised care that supports each patient’s unique recovery. At our dedicated Neuro Rehab Centre, we understand that life-changing events require life-changing treatment, and we strive to deliver exactly that. 🔗 Find out more about our specialist centre for rehabilitation here: https://lnkd.in/e8-Hvvpt #HCAHealthcareUK #HCAUK #NeuroRehab #Stroke #BrainInjury #SpinalInjury #Neurology #PDOC

“Every time someone joins a clinical trial we take a step forward. Even if it doesn’t work for you, you’re contributing to science and helping future patients. This disease primarily affects younger people who should be in the prime of their lives—we need more research.” Owen was just 20 years old when he was diagnosed with a grade 1 pilocytic astrocytoma, a slow-growing brain tumour typically found in young people. A few years after this initial diagnosis, despite undergoing multiple surgeries, radiotherapy treatment, and facing numerous complications, Owen's condition remained challenging. It was at this point his oncologist referred him to the Sarah Cannon Research Institute, part of HCA Healthcare UK, where he was given the opportunity to join a clinical trial. Now, two years into the trial, Owen shares how it has stabilised his condition, renewed his hope for the future, and inspired him to advocate for brain tumour research. And how his passion for product design led him to create a casual seizure protection cap for other younger patients experiencing similar symptoms. Read Owen's story here: https://lnkd.in/eppHBKfi #HCAHealthcareUK #HCAHealthcare #HCA #ClinicalTrial #PilocyticAstrocytoma

Today is National Cancer CNS Day and we're celebrating the vital role of our incredible team of Clinical Nurse Specialists.   We're proud that across our network of care we provide people who are diagnosed with cancer the dedicated support of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). CNSs are expert nurses who specialise in specific types of cancer, they understand the impact of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, providing each patient and their loved ones the support, advice and care that’s right for them.   From the challenging moments and treatment milestones to the small details that make all the difference, the quality and continuity of care they provide to patients and their loved ones is invaluable.   Thank you to every one of our CNS colleagues, your expertise and dedication make a difference every single day! 💙 📸 Some of our incredible cancer CNS team: Robin Donald Rodrigues, Fernando Garcia, Diamantino Rolo, Hanan Hamsar Taranjeet Hayer, Minu Sibichan, Tracy Bownes, Krisha Diane Allado, Shona Kelly, Elspeth Wigmore, Leira Quirit, Jamie Roberts, Saneethasubha Ambalathadi, Kristine Joan Torralba #HCAHealthcareUK #HCAUK #Cancer #Nurse #CNS Leaders in Oncology Care The Princess Grace Hospital The Wellington Hospital  The Harley Street Clinic London Bridge Hospital The Lister Hospital  The Harborne Hospital   The Christie Private Care The Wilmslow Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

On average, it takes 7.5 years for Endometriosis to be diagnosed. This #EndometriosisAwarenessMonth we want to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of this chronic and complex condition. Symptoms for endometriosis depend on where in the body the abnormal endometrial tissue is found, and therefore varies from person to person. Swipe through to learn what the most common symptoms to look out for are. For more information, visit our Endometriosis Hub here: https://ow.ly/YvNu50VgitX #HCAHealthcareUK

“This achievement is a testament to our colleagues' commitment to fostering a supportive, innovative and compassionate workplace. We are so proud to be recognised as a workplace where colleagues feel valued and supported in the work they do everyday. Alongside our ambition of providing the best possible patient care, we want to ensure HCA UK is a great place work.” - Nicola Gillis, HCA UK’s Vice President of Human Resources. We are delighted that we have been recognised in the inaugural edition of the Financial Times UK’s Best Employers 2025. HCA UK has been ranked in the top 50 out of 500 companies following an independent survey from a sample of 20,000 employees. Join our team! Find out more about careers at HCA UK here; https://ow.ly/7Svp50VfsM1

🧠 Did you know that our specialist Neuro Rehabilitation Centre at The Wellington Hospital has been established for over 25 years? Join us over the coming weeks as we take you inside the dedicated centre and speak to the expert teams who have supported thousands of patients, and their loved ones, to rebuild their lives following brain and spinal injuries, prolonged disorders of consciousness and stroke. 📽️ Here Dr Orlando Swayne, Consultant Neurologist explains more about the Neuro Rehab Centre. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e8-Hvvpt #HCAHealthcareUK #HCAUK #NeuroRehab #Stroke #BrainInjury #SpinalInjury #Neurology #PDOC

Last Friday our team at The Wilmslow Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK had the pleasure of hosting Esther McVey MP for Tatton. Esther's visit was an opportunity for her to learn more about the patient focused services we provide at the hospital including:  • Appointments with leading Consultants across multiple clinical specialties  • Rapid access to diagnostics and imaging  • Expert surgical care  • Health screening Our team also talked to Esther about how The Wilmslow Hospital offers patients seamless care pathways into our sister hospital, HCA UK The Christie Private Care, which provides expert cancer care. 📸 Esther McVey MP for Tatton , Lesley Taylor Hospital Director , Jane Whitney-Smith CEO, Kate Johnston Chief Nurse. 📸 Esther tours the hospital.  #HCAHealthcareUK #HCAUK #PatientCare

“Knowing that our care and expertise make a huge difference to our patients, helping them to live better with lymphoedema, is what motivates me every day.” - Tamara This #WorldLymphoedemaDay we spoke to Tamara Kosevic, Lymphoedema Clinical Lead at The Princess Grace Hospital to find out more about her role and how, across our network of hospitals, we support patients with specialist care. “My days are always busy but extremely varied, says Tamara, who has dedicated her career to caring for lymphoedema patients. “We treat every patient as a unique individual, understanding their goals from treatment and helping them to work towards them. This can include everything from managing and alleviating symptoms to prehabilitation. This involves identifying patients who are at higher risk of developing lymphoedema, for example those undergoing cancer treatment, to spot symptoms at the earliest stage' “I am hugely passionate about education and training , and I work across HCA UK’s hospitals to ensure colleagues have a better understanding of the condition and that we are referring patients to the teams that can best support them. "I am hugely proud to be part of what is relatively a small specialist lymphoedema community worldwide that really are making a powerful difference.” Thank you to Tamara and team for your care, dedication and expertise. #HCAHealthcareUK