The RCHT Podcast

(0:50) The NHS needs to plan for, and respond to, a wide range of incidents and emergencies that could affect health or patient care. These could be anything from extreme weather conditions to an outbreak of an infectious disease or a major transport accident. With us in the studio to talk about Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response is our Chief Operating Officer, Robin Jones and the Hea...

(1:14)  It’s Armed forces week this week, which is a chance to show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community. We talked to Neill WIlson and John Clague about their experience as veterans, how they found leaving the forces to work within the NHS and why Armed Forces week is important to them. (20:25)  We'll hear from Jaya, the Interim Head of Research and Developmen...

This week we recognised the 3rd national estates and facilities day by celebrating the essential contributions of estates and facilities professionals, emphasising their vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable operations. (1:00) Angus and Jess talk about their roles in the canteen, what’s on offer and what we can expect in the near future! (7:36) Charlie and I went on a small tour...

(0:50) - Faith Toogood and Rhiannon Matthews are in the studio to talk about the National ‘Greener AHPs’ celebrations back in April, the recognition they have received recently and to also tell us a bit about the NHS Net Zero Agenda. (12:10) We'll be discussing the return of Harvey's Lab Tours, formerly known as Harvey's Gang, at Royal Cornwall Hospitals. We spoke with the staff in charge, as well...

It's Volunteer Week! This week we celebrate the heart and soul of our community: our amazing volunteers. We hear from numerous volunteers across the organisation, along with the incredible staff, and learn more about the various roles available and how you can get involved. (0:40) Mark Richards - Lead for Chaplaincy and Voluntary Services & Verity Barker - Voluntary Services Manager (16:48) Br...

(0:58) Eve Tucker who is a new Green Spaces Ranger here at the hospital and will soon have a regular spot on the RCHT Radio show. Let’s find out what her role entails!  (6:40) Marie Thomas, the Clinical Manager of our Vaccination and Health Promotion team, will be telling us her story, about her role, and the importance of vaccinations.  (12:22) Christiern Francis is in the studio to tell us about...

(0:45) Robin and Gavin are in the studio with what is a fascinating discussion around health and safety at our hospitals.  (21:06) The Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory is having a refit and upgrade so we talk to the team about what’s changing.  (27:03) Simon Price is also in the studio telling us about his role in the eCare rollout and what’s involved in being an eCare champion.  Tune in live to...

This week is mental Health Awareness Week so we have a special episode dedicated to mental health. Presenters Peter and Charlie are joined by special guest presenter Emma Hart from Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation trust as we talk with a variety of guests about mental health. We hear from from service users Tom (0:52) and Kelly (14:06) who used some of our support services while struggling with...

(0:51) One of Royal Cornwall Hospitals biggest objectives this year is to reduce patient waiting times for elective surgery. We talk to Catherine Cade - Elective Recovery Programme Manager and Quality Improvement Lead about the super clinics we’ve been running. (8:42) We have an interview with Consultant Matthew Berry about the brand-new patient system coming to our hospitals.     (14:00) And last...

(00:40) As it was autism awareness week at the start of April, we’ll hear from Tamsin and Kieran about how we support people with autism.   (16:50) Roberta Fuller is back in the studio to tell us about the launch of the silent hospitals pilot project which aims to reduce noise levels in our maternity ward.  Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm! List...

(0:33) Martin Price has recently received the Cyber Associates Network Award and will be informing us more about this and how we can keep safe online ourselves. (13:32) Roberta Fuller is in the studio to tell us about our double nomination for the national Construction News Awards. (25:56) Sarah Chaplin is retiring from Royal Cornwall Hospitals after 11 years at the organisation and will be discus...

(0:33) Take a tour around one of the hidden gems at Royal Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Health Library. (12:17) It's bowl cancer awareness month so Hannah finds out more about this disease from our team of dedicated specialists. (33:18) Chief Operating Officer, Robin Jones, is in the studio to talk about how our services have been able to reduce waiting times, with some departments amongst the best...

(00:36) Angela Hart and Stephen Chan spread awareness for Parkinson's. (15:53) Rhiannon Matthews updates us on Bee-ster. (18:20) Alex May and Josianne Cachia talk about their plans for stress awareness month and staff health checks. (27:17) Verity Harding explains what the urgent treatment centre can help treat. Tune in live to The RCHT Radio Show for new interviews every Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm!...

(00:39) Carolyn Garman updates us on the car parking changes at Royal Cornwall Hospital. (03:23) You'll find out why you should book your breast screening appointment and where you can get it done. (10:05) Katrina explains her experience of returning to practice as a dietitian and Hannah tells you how you can find out more information. (14:00) Jane Morgan talks about her role as a medical secretar...

(0:36) Pete Gray, Anneka Southworth, and Ashley Holt are in the stutio to talk about the Anaesthetics and Pain service at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust. (15:44) Our Chief Executive, Steve Williamson, meets with colleagues on our Enhanced Perioperative Care ward to find out more about the exciting changes happening on their ward and the service they offer to some of our most vulnerable patient...

(00:33) Consultant Biomedical Scientist, Leonie Wheeldon, tells my colleague Adrian about being shortlisted for Biomedical Scientist of the Year 2024. We also find out more about the role of Diagnostic Cytopathology at the Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust. (05:56) Roz Davies and Rhiannon Matthews are in the studio to talk about their “Bee-ster” giveaway and their shortlisting for an HSJ award fo...

(00:40) Revd. Mark Richards is in the studio to tell us how he felt when he received the St Piran's Cross award. (17:55) Jo Taylor shares how we can protect ourselves as Norovirus prevalence increases across the community. (22:41) It's endometriosis awareness month so we find out more about this disease from specialists Tom Smith Walker and Gilly Macdonald. (43:21) Our executive this week is our c...

In this week's podcast: (00:39) Cornwall celebrated St Piran's Day on Tuesday 5 March so our Chief Executive, Steve Williamson shared a few Cornish words related to healthcare. (03:22) Jon, Melissa and Clair from the renal department share news of the exciting projects they are working on. (25:13) We hear about the new histopathology laboratory from Robin Jones and Stephen Davison. (28:53) Our Jan...

In this week's podcast: (00:25) Roberta Fuller, Associate Director Major Capital Project and Programme Director for the Women and Children's Hospital Build, tells us about all the building works happening over 2024 (22:37) Our maternity matrons Sarah Harvey Hurst and Josie Dodgson fills us in on the new triage system, called BSOTS, that will be introduced to the maternity service on Monday 4 March...

In this week's podcast: (0:31) Mikey Stevens in the studio to share details about an LGBT History Month event the hospital is hosting. (6:30) With Ramadan starting soon we have our Associate Director of Equality Diversity and Inclusion, Rachel Cowley, in the studio who'll share her experience of trying to fast for a day and how we can support Muslim patients and colleagues who are observing this s...

In this week's podcast: (0:26) Our colleagues at Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust caught up with Operational Lead, Claire Bettison and patient Barbara to tell us about the virtual wards. (05:01) We hear from Nikki Pryke and our apprentice award winners and recommenders to tell us about the apprenticeship awards. (30:10) Kerri fills us in on what eCare is and why Royal Cornwall Hospitals a...

In this week's podcast: (0:41) Dellen Prescott, Neonatal Infant feeding lead, is in the studio to tell us about the award they've received on the neonatal unit. (12:54) We join Chief Executives, Steve Williamson and Debbie Richards at the groundbreaking ceremony of the new surgical hub at St Austell Community Hospital. (18:34) As it’s Apprenticeship Week, Abbey and Hannah met up with apprenticeshi...

In this week's podcast: (0:24) Abbey speaks with Nurse Colposcopist, Becky Hunter as part of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and the importance of having a cervical screening. (19:00) It's Karl Simkins last few days with us before he retires. He's been Chief Finance Officer at Royal Cornwall Hospitals since 2010 and has worked in the NHS for over 38 years. Peter sits down with Karl in the studio t...

This week on the RCHT podcast we're talking about the critical incident declared by the health and care system in Cornwall. (0:24): We find out from our Chief Operating Officer, Robin Jones what a critical incident is and what difference it makes. And our Chief Nursing Officer tells us about the options available to help patients get home. (4:12): Chief executive, Steve Williamson is in the studio...

This week on the RCHT radio show: (0:26): Holly Kiernan talks about the important role our patient experience team play supporting our patients. (14:13): Laura Mason speaks with Chris Andrews at West Cornwall Hospital about the way his team are using digital technology to share patient exercise plans. (18:59): And we'll be looking through the lens of Chloe Camyl Mickelson as she talks about her ex...