Royal Surrey

Easter treats for patients 💙 We’d like to say a heartfelt thank you to all the organisations that have kindly donated Easter eggs to the trust. Thank you for helping make Easter that little bit brighter for our patients 🐣 #RoyalSurrey #EasterEggs #NHS

Shout out to our Radiology service 🙌 They provide a wide range of imaging services for patients to diagnose conditions and injuries. Most patients who come into Royal Surrey will have some contact with radiology, making them a significant part of our care.

Our Urgent Treatment Centre at Haslemere is open as usual throughout the Easter bank holiday. The team can treat patients aged one and over with recent injuries (within the last two weeks). Find out more 👉 royalsurrey.nhs.uk/utc

Some pharmacies will be closed over the Easter bank holiday. Check your local pharmacy opening times: ow.ly/eNUo50R40Ty# #EasterBankHoliday #NHS

🙌 Watch 23‑year‑old Chloe ring the bell to mark the end of her cancer treatment. Throughout her treatment, she has been cared for on our specialist #cancer ward for teenagers and young people. This #TYACAM, her story is a reminder: if something feels off, speak to your GP.

Meet Katherine Keeble, one of our fantastic physiotherapists 👋 It’s not just her physical support that patients value, she is also recognised for the care she shows for their mental wellbeing, going above and beyond to improve their quality of life.

Make a difference and become a Healthcare Assistants! Whether you have healthcare experience or are just starting out we want to hear from you! Learn more and apply: ow.ly/Wl5M50Y5kEu #RoyalSurrey #Healthcare #NHS

Do you know the symptoms of ovarian cancer? It may be nothing, but a trip to your GP could make all the difference. #RoyalSurrey #OvarianCancerMonth #NHS

Let’s show some love to our wheely good Patient Transport team 👏 For those who require it, the team coordinates timing and vehicle allocations for patient transport, ensuring safe travel between our hospitals and the patient’s home. Thank you to our Patient Transport team 🙌

Cancer and Surgical Innovation Centre (CASIC) update. We’re connected! The construction team have created a direct link between CASIC and the hospital. The centre will provide six state-of-the-art operating theatres, enabling us to treat an additional 7,000 patients each year.

Not long to go until the Easter bank holiday weekend 🥳 Your local pharmacy may not be open its regular hours over the Easter period - Make sure you order and collect in good time so you don't run out. Find out which pharmacies are open near you: ow.ly/ThYc50VyMBb

This week, our Emergency Department (ED) saw one of our highest ever number of patients in a single day — and our teams rose to the challenge, as they always do 🩵 Not sure which NHS service is right for you? Check our guide below or use NHS 111 for 24/7 advice

Our Urgent Treatment Centre at Haslemere is here for you. The team can treat a variety of minor injuries and concerns in patients aged one year and over. Find out more 👉 royalsurrey.nhs.uk/utc If you’re unsure where to go, contact 111.nhs.uk for advice.

Do you have a vulnerable friend or family member who could use support during a utility outage? The Priority Services Register is a free UK service offering extra advice and support during interruptions to electricity, gas or water. Sign up: thepsr.co.uk

Good luck to Tibi Smith, Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) Nurse, who is taking part in today’s Surrey Half Marathon 🏃‍♀️‍➡️ She is raising money for the Special Care Baby Fund, which was set up by @RSCharity to support premature and unwell babies on SCBU 💜 #SurreyHalfMarathon

It’s #NutritionAndHydrationWeek 💧🍎 Shout out to our amazing dietitians, speech & language therapists, and nutrition nurses who work together every day to support our patients’ dietary needs and help prevent malnutrition. Thank you for the incredible care you provide💙

Wishing a very blessed Eid al-Fitr to all of our Muslim colleagues, visitors and patients.

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly. The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help. nhs.uk/conditions/men…

Happy St Patrick’s Day to all our Irish patients and staff 🇮🇪 Patient Marie Da Costa, who recently underwent surgery, is in great spirits and bringing a touch of Irish cheer to the ward as she celebrates with staff and fellow patients 💚 #RoyalSurrey #StPatricksDay #NHS

Our Group Chief Executive Louise Stead is joining an expert taskforce – chaired by Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting – to implement the recommendations of Baroness Amos’ independent investigation into NHS maternity services once published. 🔗ow.ly/Ocyb50YvcSt