PROJECTS FUNDED BY THE FRIENDS
In the last five years, the Friends has donated over £800,000 pounds to help upgrade equipment and improve facilities at the hospital.
These funds have gone towards funding the following improvements:
Urgent Treatment Centre
The Friends contributed £331,000 towards the development of the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) which, opened in April 2020. The UTC is and upgrade on the much loved Minor Injuries Unit and it is providing a very valuable addition to healthcare provision in our community.
The role of the UTC is to provide assessment and treatment for patients with minor illnesses and injuries that are urgent but not life threatening. It is a walk-in service, but if you contact NHS 111, you can book an appointment to be seen by either a doctor or an urgent care practitioner.
New Conservatory For The Intermediate Care Unit 2022
Largely funded by the Friends, the new conservatory is providing a welcome quiet place for patients to relax and spend time with family and friends while they recuperate. It also provides staff with a much needed space to hold important multidisciplinary meetings.
Equipment for Swift Diagnostics.
The new X-ray equipment, DEXA and Ultrasound scanners are providing state of the art diagnostics for the community.
Equipment for the Surgical Unit.
The recently purchased Ophthalmology chair, diathermy unit and surgical trolley beds are improving the patient experience and making working conditions better for staff.