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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 1d

Congratulations to Jackie, Sid, Tom, and Amber-Leigh – and thank you for all that you do! 👏

Find out more about their recognition 👉 www.ouh.nhs.uk/news/articles/2290

#OneTeamOneOUH

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 1d

Jackie Love, OMI's Head of Design and Marketing, won a Gold Award and a Silver Award, while Clinical Photographers Sid Neelson, Tom Capon and Amber-Leigh Jordan all won Bronze Awards at the recent Institute of Medical Illustrators Awards.

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 1d

Four staff from Oxford Medical Illustration (OMI) – our in-house team which provides clinical photography, graphic design, printing, and video services here at OUH – have been recognised at a national awards ceremony.

Four members of staff hold their certificates

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 5d

A few images from last night's #OneTeamOneOUH 'Discover Routes Into Medicine' event for local young people in Year 10 and above.

“It was great to see so many enthusiastic young people from local schools...

"We hope the evening will have inspired many young people to consider careers in medicine."

Five people on a stage lift a dummy on to a pile of stretchers

Dr Rustam Rea on stage in front of the audience

Olivia Clymer, Freya Brimson and Shilpa Bhatt in front of the 'Welcome' desk

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 6d

PACKED Lecture Theatre at the JR for tonight's free after-school event 'Discover Routes Into Medicine' for students in Year 10 and above.

Thanks to all the #OneTeamOneOUH organisers and to everyone who is here in the audience or presenting.

Look out for future events
www.ouh.nhs.uk/working-for-...

Four smiling people with lanyards behind a 'Welcome' desk

A man and woman with lanyards help two young women register at a Welcome desk

Dr Nathan Eager presenting 'A day in the life of a doctor' at a podium

Full lecture theatre with rows of young people watching attentively, some with laptops open

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 7d

Radcliffe Orchestra Concert

Saturday 8 November 7.30pm
Tingewick Hall, John Radcliffe Hospital

Wagner: Tannhäuser Overture

Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 with soloist Ivan Tang

Dvořák: Symphony No. 7

Tickets £15 (£5 under 16) on the door or via Eventbrite

www.eventbrite.com/e/radcliffe-...

'Radcliffe Orchestra' text on decorative background

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 9d

We’re pleased to announce that work has begun to redevelop the maternity outpatient clinic at the Horton General Hospital.

The project represents a significant investment in facilities for expectant mothers and their families.

More in our story ⬇️

🔗 www.ouh.nhs.uk/news/article...

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 13d

These upgrades reflect OUH’s commitment to providing safe and welcoming living spaces for our dedicated staff.

Read more about the project and what one of our staff tenants, Donald, had to say in our news story ⬇️

🔗 www.ouh.nhs.uk/news/article...

The Westway and Magnolia staff accommodation at the Horton General Hospital now open - Oxford University Hospitals

www.ouh.nhs.uk

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 13d

Our staff at Horton General Hospital now have access to the newly refurbished Westway and Magnolia accommodation.

Delivered in two phases, this £130,000 Trust project has significantly improved the quality, safety, and comfort of our key worker housing.

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 14d

Please feel reassured that using paracetamol in line with NHS advice is safe.

Public health agencies and autism charities agree there is no evidence that paracetamol causes autism, and existing guidance remains unchanged.

More in our news story ⬇️

www.ouh.nhs.uk/news/article...

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 14d

Huge congratulations and thanks to all involved 💙

You can read more in our news story ⬇️

🔗 www.ouh.nhs.uk/news/article...

Horton Endoscopy Department achieves prestigious JAG accreditation once more - Oxford University Hospitals

www.ouh.nhs.uk

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 14d

Patients receiving endoscopy treatment at the Horton General Hospital can remain confident of exceptional care following the department’s full accreditation by the Joint Advisory Group on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (JAG) – a prestigious national recognition of excellence.

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 14d

The event brought together our maternity staff, families, and communities to champion safer care for neonates and children, marking this year’s theme ‘Safe care for every newborn and every child.’

A special thank you to our wonderful volunteers who helped make the day a success!

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 14d

•Public health promotion stations
•CO monitoring and Infant Feeding support workshops
•Interactive stations for parents and carers
•A staff quiz on patient safety principles
•A recognition programme celebrating outstanding commitment to patient safety

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 14d

Our Maternity colleagues at the Women’s Centre hosted a series of engaging activities for #WorldPatientSafetyDay2025

The day was made special by the World Patient Safety Day tea trolley, which toured staff areas delivering treats and appreciation from the leadership team.

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 21d

Read more about the collaborative effort that transformed the donor pathway and made this possible ⬇️

🔗https://orlo.uk/Tsvhs

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 21d

This outstanding achievement reflects the unwavering commitment of #OneTeamOneOUH Living Donor and Kidney Recipient Transplant team to excellence, innovation, and patient-centred care.

Thank you, teams, for all that you do💙

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 21d

OUH has been recognised as the top-performing Trust for adult living kidney transplants in the UK for 2024–25!

68 living donor kidney transplants out of a total of 201 adult kidney transplants – surpassing even larger transplant centres.

🔗 orlo.uk/x2Ob3

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 21d

It's our Annual Public Meeting tonight at Tingewick Hall at the John Radcliffe Hospital - all are welcome.

Refreshments are from 5.30pm, with the meeting starting at 6pm.

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 22d

Sally's dedication and proactive engagement as a local Principal Investigator for PrEQoL and SEQoL has helped them reach their recruitment targets.

More about the Anthony Nolan Supporter Awards ⬇️

🔗https://www.anthonynolan.org/anthony-nolan-supporter-awards

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 22d

Sally was nominated for being instrumental in supporting the PrEQoL and SEQoL research studies, which are looking at equity of care within bone marrow transplantation and potential areas for improvement.

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 22d

Congratulations to Sally Springett on receiving the Anthony Nolan Supporter Awards 2025 in the Game Changer of the Year category.

Well done, Sally and thank you for all that you do. 💙

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 23d

It's Sexual Health Awareness Week, and our colleagues at the Oxfordshire Sexual Health Service are here to support you.

Whether it's testing, PrEP, contraception, or a question you've been wanting to ask, they have you covered.

🔗 www.sexualhealthoxfordshire.nhs.uk

Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 26d

Thank you to all involved!

📰 www.ouh.nhs.uk/news/articles/2273

Group of 14 people in front of a sign that says 'Fetal Maternal Medicine Unit'

Two people outside the Fetal Maternal Medicine Unit

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Oxford University Hospitals @ouhospitals.bsky.social · 27d

Patients and staff are benefitting from two upgrades to diagnostic imaging services at the JR.

A new MRI scanner and gamma camera have been installed, improving patient comfort, speeding up diagnosis & helping clinical teams manage growing demand.

Find out more 👉 www.ouh.nhs.uk/news/articles/2272

Three members of staff stood in front of the MRI scanner room. The MRI scanner can be seen through a window in the background

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