foundations for health
December 2018
Partnering with Hall Cross Academy for the first UK Foundation School in Health Meet the winners of our 2018 Star Awards
Opening our Butterfly Garden
News for staff, volunteers and members of Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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BTH vaccinates over 1,600 D members of staff in just three days 6-7 DBTH Stars Annual Awards 2018 8 Butterfly garden opened at Doncaster Royal Infirmary 9 Bassetlaw Hospital opens new changing places facility 9 DRI extends emergency department with new facility 10 Richard urges screening after sight loss scare
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10 10 Screening Programme visits Doncaster Rovers to raise awareness 11 Protect yourself against the flu 11 Hospital Governor supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month 12 Local Communities supporting DBTH Charity 14 Sharing how we care 15 News from the Governors 16 History Matters
Good Health: A Pictorial Celebration To celebrate 70 years of the NHS and 150 years of Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Garry Swann, the Trust Archivist, has produced a book which chronicles the organisation from its humble beginnings in the 19th century to the achievement of ‘Teaching Hospital’ status in 2017. The limited edition book is on sale now for £6.99 to raise money for DBTH Charity and is the perfect stocking filler. Garry Swann, former Medical Photographer has used his extensive knowledge and access to the hospitals’ archives to curate over 100 pages filled with images and photographs from yesteryear. All of our hospitals at Bassetlaw, Doncaster, Mexborough and Retford have their own sections, with a short history detailing their growth and development. You can pick up your copy from Doncaster Royal Infirmary’s Communications Department (Near to the Emergency Department) Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Alternatively, you can search for ‘NHS70 Charity Book’ on Just Giving to request delivery.
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The perfect Christmas gift
Our formal partnership with Hall Cross academy Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) entered into a formal partnership with Hall Cross Academy in October 2018, making the latter a ‘Foundation School in Health’. One of the first agreements of its kind in the country, the partnership will see the local NHS provider and school working closely together, further developing opportunities for pupils wishing to pursue a career in the health service. Dr Alasdair Strachan, Director of Education and Consultant Anaesthetist at the Trust, said: “This is a fantastic development not only locally but also for the wider NHS. By working closely with our partners at Hall Cross Academy we will not only further increase opportunities for students to embark on a hugely rewarding career in health, but also lay a promising and skilled foundation for the future of our local hospitals.” With increasingly complex patient-need and an ever-expanding population, it is anticipated that the NHS will face further workforce demands in the near future. In order to address this challenge locally, DBTH and Hall Cross Academy are looking at innovative ways in which to support students as they look towards job prospects past the age of 16. By becoming a Foundation School in Health, it means the central Doncaster school will benefit from increased involvement from health professionals. This will include work experience and internships, further advice and information from experienced medics and clinicians, as well as the appointment of ‘Careers Champions’ within the local hospitals. Looking beyond traditional routes into health
Pupils of the school with Richard Parker and Alasdair Strachan from DBTH; Rosie Winterton, MP and Pippa Dodgshon, Hall Cross Principle.
professions, the partnership will also see advancement and development of vocational studies, offered locally, with opportunities for students and apprentices to be offered on-thejob learning. Importantly, this partnership won’t just be about patient-facing roles, but also about career possibilities in other key areas such as Laboratories, IT, Estates and Facilities and other corporate functions within the Trust.
different professions in both caring and office roles, the Trust is committed to developing a local workforce, fit for the future.
Announced as a Teaching Hospital in January 2017, DBTH, which maintains Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Bassetlaw Hospital and Montagu Hospital, has made significant strides in education over the past number of years. In 2018 alone, the Trust trained 25% of all medical students in the region as well as 30% of all clinical and other health professional learners. With over 6,600 staff and 250
The secondary school and sixth form, which is the closest in proximity to Doncaster Royal Infirmary, is widely credited for its science and performing arts departments, and educates around 2,000 students from one of the town’s most diverse backgrounds both culturally and socioeconomically.
By partnering with Hall Cross Academy, recently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, the Trust hopes to further its commitment to providing the best learning experience for future NHS workers, across a variety of roles and professions.
Pippa Dodgshon, Principal at Hall Cross Academy, said: “I am delighted that we will soon enter into a formal partnership with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals. As a school, it is our ambition, above all else, to ensure that our pupils are given the best possible education which will prepare them for a fulfilling and fruitful career, whatever it is they choose to pursue. “I believe as a Foundation School for Health, we will be able to draw on the advice, expertise and guidance of the local NHS, creating and illuminating a clear and engaging pathway for pupils to follow in order to become a nurse, doctor or any other of the myriad opportunities in the health service. This is an incredibly exciting time, and, with the Trust, we cannot wait to get started.” The partnership formally commenced on 19 October, when the school and Trust came together in an official ceremony.
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Help the health services in your community this winter by going to the right place for any illnesses or injuries.
Making the
right choice
can get you the most appropriate care and keep emergency services free for those who need them most.
Self-care A lot of illnesses and symptoms can be treated at home with a wellstocked medicine cabinet and getting lots of rest.
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Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Pharmacy
Doncaster Same Day Health Centre
Your local pharmacist can give advice and medicines for common illnesses. Most pharmacists have a quiet place where you can talk privately.
Based at Cavendish Court (DN1 2OJ) the centre offers treatment for minor illnesses such as sore throats and earaches if you are unable to see your GP. Ring on 0300 123 3103 to book your appointment.
Emergency Department or 999
Minor Injuries Unit at Montagu Hospital
Hospital Emergency Departments provide immediate care for people with symptoms of serious illness or who are badly injured. If you call 999 for an ambulance the advisor will arrange appropriate assistance based on information about the illness or injury.
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NHS 111 If you are ill or injured and unsure of what to do you can get 24/7 advice over the phone by dialling 111.
Treats injuries and ailments including sprains, cuts and some simple fractures. It’s open from 9am-9pm every day except Christmas Day.
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DBTH reaches national flu vaccination target in record time Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has officially vaccinated 75 per cent of their clinicians against the flu, administering over 3,800 vaccines to staff directly involved in patient care, 500 more than last year and ten days sooner. The Trust, which runs three main hospitals in the region as well as outpatient services at various community sites, is believed to be amongst the fastest performing NHS providers in the country in achieving the 75 per cent vaccination rate, as data is still being analysed by NHS Employers. The Trust’s flu campaign has been spearheaded by a dedicated team of vaccinators made up of Occupational Health and Wellbeing practitioners and supported by hospital clinicians of all grades and levels, including Chief Executive, and registered nurse, Richard Parker, as well as Moira Hardy, Director of Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professionals, both of whom administered the vaccines to members of staff. The vaccination team have worked tirelessly visiting wards and departments in order to give medics and clinicians easy access to the vaccine, while providing special drop-in sessions for weekend workers and night staff.
This ‘all hands on deck’ model, which has proven so effective over the past number of years, has seen success again with the Trust hitting the target in record time. So popular was this year’s campaign that the Trust ran out of jabs after just three days, when more than 1,600 clinicians opted to get their vaccination. In all, when stocks were available, the team managed to reach the national target of 75 per cent in just 21 days, 38 per cent faster than last year’s efforts. In order to help promote the availability of the jab, each year the Trust takes on cinematic inspiration, with this year’s flu vaccination campaign nodding towards Disney Pixar’s ‘The Incredibles’. Dubbed the ‘Flucredibles’, vaccinators adopted a decidedly heroic posture, complete with face masks and their own costumes, making them highly recognisable within the Trust. Moira said: “This has been a truly remarkable achievement for members of Team DBTH and something which outlines the dedication we have, as a Trust, to ensure we protect our patients. The enthusiasm for this year’s flu campaign has far outstripped our, already high, expectations and I want to thank everyone involved, particularly our vaccination team who have been tireless in their efforts.”
The Trust will continue to vaccinate its patientfacing workforce as well as offering the vaccine to non-frontline staff, to further reduce the risk of hospital patients contracting flu this winter. Visitors can also help in the fight against flu and other winter illnesses by not coming to the Trust to see relatives and friends in hospital if they have cold symptoms such as fever, chills, headache, cough, body aches and fatigue. Flu can cause a range of illnesses from mild to severe, even among healthy people. People aged 65 and over, pregnant women, anyone with diabetes, chest or heart conditions and others in at-risk groups are advised to ask their GP about having the flu vaccine.
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Annual Awards
Well done to all of our winners and our highly commended nominees from the DBTH Star Awards 2018!
OUR WINNERS
Teaching Hospital Awards
Leader
OF THE YEAR WINNER
RESEARCH AWARD
Sponsored by
WINNER
Su McIlwaine
Pauline Foulstone Jasmine Centre Lead Sister
Hand Specialist Occupational Therapist
Pauline always goes the extra mile, consistently putting her staff and patients at the forefront of everything she does. She is a true pillar of the Jasmine Centre at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. She often stays after hours in order to ensure that all clinic work is completed. Likewise, if a visitor is experiencing anxiety, Pauline will readily be on hand to provide reassurance and the patients clearly value her as a source of comfort. Pauline is a true credit to Team DBTH.
Su was approached to take part in a national research project to investigate the effectiveness of thumb splints. As part of the project, Su was required to recruit at least two patients a month to the trial. To date, she has recruited 22 patients and is the first DBTH Occupational Therapist to be involved in research at this level. Su is keen to encourage others to develop research skills and contribute to studies.
Teaching Hospital Awards
Unsung Hero OF THE YEAR
EDUCATION AWARD WINNER
Sponsored by
WINNER General Office Supervisor
Education Lead
Aimi is a passionate and inspirational nurse and educator. She has shown great personal development by completing her MSc in Education, also supporting others by developing and running a remarkable preceptorship programme, which is recognised as one of the attractions for students to come and work at DBTH. Her dissertation work on resilience amongst newly qualified professionals has contributed to the learning, development and retention of the newly qualified workforce.
As a Health Champion, Donna has contributed far more than could ever have been expected. She is dedicated to improving the fitness and wellbeing of her colleagues. Donna has set up her own support group, coached a small running club and checks in with everyone, encouraging and motivating them in the process. Many people have expressed a deep gratitude for her support, for how Donna has helped them to accomplish things that they would not have otherwise achieved.
Leading Change
Rising Star
AWARD
AWARD
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WINNER Consultant, Emergency Department
Clinical Coding Data Quality Systems Manager
Richard was appointed to manage a new Data Quality Toll at the Trust. His target was to achieve an additional ÂŁ25k per month as part of the Maximising Income project. Richard has exceeded the target each month and has quickly refined the process working closely with staff members in other departments. He has provided demonstrations of the tool to other NHS trusts at the Regional Clinical Coding Managers Forum and several trusts have since visited him so he can show them the tool in greater detail.
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Dr Subedi
Richard Fenton
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Donna Farmer
Aimi Dillon
WINNER
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Dr Subedi has been instrumental in starting CESR training in the Emergency Department at DRI. This has attracted good doctors to join the training at all levels, as well as experienced consultants who help run the department across sites. He has further enhanced the profile of the Trust by grabbing the attention of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine. The training programme is already bringing improvements to the Emergency Department and the department, which itself continues to be one of the best performing in the country.
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DBTH Buzz 2018
Caring and Compassionate
Volunteer OF THE YEAR
S TA R
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WINNER
Sponsored by
WINNER
Denise Cowling
Butterfly Volunteers
End of Life Care Specialist Nurse
Nominated by a member of the public, Denise makes an incredible difference for those in her care and especially their relatives. She supported a patient through a long period of illness, she was eventually put in the difficult position of having to let them go home to pass away peacefully. Denise kept in touch with the family throughout, taking the time to explain the patient’s wishes to them and liaise with other services on their behalf. She treated everyone with the utmost warmth and compassion.
Working with the end of life team, DBTH’s newly introduced Butterfly Volunteers have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, recognition in the local press and even attention from a local MP. Specially trained to provide companionship and support to those in the last days of their life, they demonstrate an unparalleled sense of empathy and bravery and give solace to friends and relatives, who can feel assured that their loved ones are not scared or alone. In just over a year, 112 patients have already benefited from their support.
Collaboration
Star of Stars
AWARD
AWARD
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WINNER
WINNER
Curtis Gracey
100 Day Challenge team
Staff Nurse A&E
The 100 Day Challenge Team are a patient focused group: highly adept at problem-solving; always extremely approachable and above all else; dedicated to their jobs. The team is comprised of colleagues from across the local area, tasked by NHS England to transform outpatient services for Cardiology, ENT and Urology. Responsible for designing and implementing new processes, to reduce patients waiting times and inappropriate referrals. They engaged with key stakeholders, sustaining momentum for an intense 100 day period.
Curtis received nearly 10 nominations from his colleagues who noticed the exemplary care he gives to his patients. He is a valuable asset to his team, from joining as a bank Healthcare Assistant to eventually qualifying as a staff nurse. Curtis has always shown a keenness to improve his knowledge and provide the best possible care. Now a confident nurse, he is helping to teach others who are learning in the department with patience and support.
Team of the Year
Team of the Year
CLINICAL SUPPORT AND CORPORATE STAFF
MEDICAL AND CLINICAL
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WINNER
WINNER
The IT Development team have been at the centre of several major innovations this year, one being the creation of an in-house clinical portal, which brought together patient information from various sources and housed it all in one secure and easy-to-access dashboard. The portal has accelerated the healthcare process, making it safer and more convenient and reduced frustrations for clinicians by removing the fragmented aspect of a patient’s medical history. The bespoke Clinical Portal offers a view of everything from allergies, to prescriptions, comorbidities, test results and more.
Chair Award Pauline Foulstone
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Ward B6
IT Development team
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Sponsored by
Last November, Ward A5 and Ward B6 were merged at quite short notice. The two discrete specialties were thrown in the deep end somewhat and were forced to rapidly adapt to these new circumstances. However, the staff involved worked extremely hard to overcome any difficulties and effectively pulled everything together into one cohesive ward, despite the fact that they all had to learn new things. Expertly co-ordinated by Jane Wells, the merger was a brilliant success and at no point was patient care compromised by any of the changes.
Thank you to all of our sponsors who made the celebration possible. WINNER
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Butterfly garden opened at Doncaster Royal Infirmary Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) opened its Butterfly Garden, a place dedicated to providing comfort to those who have experienced the loss of an infant. The tranquil venue will also be available to anyone who is need of a quiet place to think. The project is the brainchild of DBTH’s Neonatal team. It was originally conceived as a memorial space that would be dedicated to parents who have experienced a miscarriage, still birth, or neonatal death. Spurred on by patient feedback and encouragement for the project, staff at the Trust, working with the Grace Project and bereaved families, organised several fundraising events and activities, all with the aim of gathering money for the garden’s
“we couldn’t have done it without the generous support and tireless efforts of the families involved, as well as our own Estates and Facilities team, who have done so much make this vision a reality.’’ construction and eventual maintenance. Costing £15,000 in total, much of this was raised by local well-wishers, with additional funding provided by DBTH. Key to these efforts was Kaye Bulliman,
Hospital staff and local residents open the butterfly garden
Midwife at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI), who, with the aid of the choir ‘Simply Voices’, helped to raise £3,000. Speaking about the garden, Kaye said: ‘’This has been a passion-project for many current members of Team DBTH, including Sarah Spencer, Neonatal Unit Sister and Sarah Newton, Community Midwife, as well as our former colleagues Nick Kerry and Chloe Tedaldi. Each of them was instrumental in
Trust Chair Suzy Brain England opens the butterfly garden
coming up with the idea for the garden and guiding it towards completion, so it’s absolutely fantastic to see their dream finally come to fruition. Of course, we couldn’t have done it without the generous support and tireless efforts of the families involved, as well as our own Estates and Facilities team, who have done so much make this vision a reality.’’ Once the garden was ready for unveiling to the public, the Trust arranged a formal opening which took place on 11 October. There, visitors were able to explore the peaceful and intimate environment, surrounded by ornate flora, rose arches, a gazebo, decorative pebble formations and plenty of seating. Trust Chair, Suzy Brain England OBE, cut the ribbon and formally opened the garden to the public. Of the occasion, Suzy said: ‘’I was very pleased to be able to open this garden to the public, as I know how important it has been to everyone involved. A great deal of effort went into fundraising, designing and building this special memorial space. I am proud of what has been accomplished and of the opportunity this now gives to bereaved parents. I am sure that this garden will be of great value to our visitors, whatever they are going through.’’ Baby Loss Awareness Week is held annually from 9 to 15 October. A collaboration between more than 60 charities across the UK, Baby Loss Awareness Week aims to raise awareness about the key issues affecting those who have experienced pregnancy or baby loss in the UK.
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DRI extends emergency department with new facility Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI) officially opened a new facility within its Emergency Department at a ribbon cutting ceremony earlier this week.
Bassetlaw Hospital opens new changing places facility Located in the Outpatient Department, ‘Changing Places’ is a facility for anyone with a complex health issue who cannot use a standard disabled toilet as they require extra equipment and space. Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) opened its first ‘Changing Places’ facility on Friday 21 September 2018 at Bassetlaw Hospital. Located in the Outpatient Department, ‘Changing Places’ is a facility for anyone with a complex health issue who cannot use a standard disabled toilet as they require extra equipment and space. The room features a height adjustable adult changing bed, an electronic ceiling hoist, height adjustable sink, peninsular toilet, shower, non-slip floor and privacy screen. This facility has been championed by local mum Alison Beevers, whose son, Mylor, now 12, was born prematurely and is quadriplegic and has cerebral palsy. Alison, who worked with hospital bosses on the design and requirements of the room, said: “I’m absolutely delighted the hospital now provides a Changing Places facility for patients and visitors. This fantastic new addition will help disabled and elderly patients who need assistance to be able to use a toilet safely and with dignity.” “People with complex health needs visit hospitals regularly so a Changing Place will
make an enormous difference and will help to alleviate any additional stress people may feel when visiting. I’m very grateful for the support the hospital has shown our campaign, as a mum of a child who has complex health needs I have first-hand experience of the problems getting out and about without adequate assistive toilets. I believe hospitals are the most natural and important setting for these facilities.” The facility, which will meet the needs of people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, as well as older people who may need assistance, allowing them to use the toilet facilities safely and comfortably. Over 250,000 people in the UK need Changing Places toilets to enable them to get out and about. Suzy Brain England OBE, Chair of the Board, said: “I am delighted the Trust now has this important facility for our patients, their carers and visitors. This facility brings peace of mind when visiting for hospital appointments safe in the knowledge there is a safe place to change. Without Changing Places individuals are often forced to change in inappropriate places which can be both undignified and challenging. I am also very pleased to announce that work on a similar facility at Doncaster Royal Infirmary begins in January 2019. Thank you to Alison for her support and guidance throughout this project.”
To find your nearest Changing Places, go to: http://changingplaces.uktoiletmap.org
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The service, which treats minor ailments, is staffed by skilled emergency nurse practitioners and supported by the consultant team and is an extension to the current Emergency Department (ED). In the coming months it is hoped that the facility will enable the Trust to better manage increased attendances in winter with the additional unit freeing up space in the main department for patients with the most need and also, hopefully, reducing waiting times. David Purdue, Chief Operating Officer at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals, said: “We are delighted to have opened this new facility here at DRI. This is an extension to our existing Emergency Department ‘footprint’ and we are asking patients to continue to use this service as they have always done in the past.” Doncaster Royal Infirmary’s ED hosts a Front Door Assessment and Signposting Service (FDASS), which triages all patients on their arrival and signposts those with less serious complaints to the Urgent Care Centre on site. The service’s overall function will remain much the same, however with those minor ailments such as sprains, strains and other less serious complaints seen in the new facility. David continues: “With this extension of our main Emergency Department capacity, we can keep space available for those coming in with more serious conditions. We believe this facility will complement our current provision for urgent and emergency care, ensuring local patients get the best possible care.” The Minor Injuries Unit at Montagu Hospital in Mexborough will remain unaffected by this change and continue to operate daily from 9am to 9pm except Christmas Day.
Chief Executive Richard Parker opens the new facility
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Richard urges screening after sight loss scare A Doncaster man is encouraging people living with diabetes to protect their eyesight after a retinal bleed left him uncertain if he would be able to work or drive again. Richard Gair, aged 45 from Doncaster, was diagnosed with diabetes at age 17 and received a pancreas and kidney transplant last year. Although Richard’s diabetes is now classified as in remission due to the successful transplant, Richard recently experienced a diabetic vitreous haemorrhage which is where blood vessels burst in the eye and cause sight loss. Fortunately, Richard immediately contacted the diabetic eye screening team at Doncaster Royal Infirmary who rushed him in for an emergency appointment. Richard said: “It was a frightening experience. It started out as a little speck on my vision which quickly spread down, and almost completely covered my eye. At the time it affected me mentally, you can’t look to the future, all you can think about is that you can’t see. The thing that really got to me was the thought that I might not see my dad’s face again.” Now that Richard has recovered from the incident, he is encouraging anyone living with diabetes to take up their invitations to diabetic eye screening. The test involves a special camera taking a photograph of the eye. Richard said: “It’s a no brainer really – half an hour out of your life to come to an appointment which could stop you from going blind – I think that’s definitely worth it. I now know what it feels like to lose your sight and I’m so grateful that I can see again. The team at the hospital were great. They treated me like they genuinely cared about me, not like I was an ID number or a pile of notes.” Richard is now running a successful business which makes bespoke, hand painted leather jackets. He has recently attended Manchester Fashion Show and has bagged some contracts with high end designers. Speaking of his success, Richard said: “I’m very lucky that I love my work. It’s my livelihood and I couldn’t imagine losing my sight and not being able to do what I love. I’d hate to think that this could happen to someone else out there with a much less fortunate outcome and they wouldn’t be able to pursue their dreams. So, if you have diabetes, make sure you attend your screening appointments. It could save your eye sight.”
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Screening Programme visits Doncaster Rovers to raise awareness On Thursday 6 September, the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Diabetes Eye Screening Programme met with the team at Doncaster Rovers in order to outline the dangers of Diabetic Retinopathy. Ingrid Thomasson, Joint Programme Manager for the service, visited the first team at Doncaster Rovers with the aim of raising awareness about the condition as well as highlighting the importance of attending screenings to ensure any problems are caught early on. The hope is that they will then pass this crucial information along to their fans, friends and families.
invitation for retinopathy screening. These appointments are absolutely vital for detecting the condition before it is too late. If you are, or a loved one, are in this risk group, make sure you keep your appointment!”
Ingrid said: ‘’Diabetic retinopathy can have severe complications if not closely monitored and treated promptly. Often brought on by
Alfie May, Striker for Doncaster Rovers, said: ‘’ I greatly appreciate Ingrid taking the time to speak with us, as I have family members with diabetes and so this matter is really close to my heart. At first I was frightened to hear that my family could be at risk of losing their eyesight, but when I found out about the screening appointments, I felt great relief. For this reason, it’s very important to me that we get the message out there.”
“At first I was frightened to hear that my family could be at risk of losing their eyesight, but when I found out about the screening appointments, I felt great relief.” high blood sugar levels, it can be incredibly damaging to the back of the eye, potentially resulting in loss of sight. Everyone with diabetes, aged 12 or over, receives an annual
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Doncaster Rovers also supported National Eye Health Week, with specialist coverage in match-day programmes and campaign posters on display around the stadium, with leaflets handed out to fans in the club shop.
If you have diabetes, then there are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk of sight loss. As well as attending your annual screening appointments, make sure you exercise regularly, eat well and control your blood sugar levels and avoid smoking. If you think you have missed your screening appointment you can call the team on 01302642596 to arrange another one.
Hospital Governor supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) supported Breast Cancer Awareness month in October, encouraging local women and men to be ‘breast aware’ so they can spot any unusual changes in their body. The Trust also urges people to attend their breast screening appointments, which helps to spot potential issues early by using an X-ray test, called a mammogram, which can spot cancers when they’re too small to see and feel.
“If you receive an appointment to attend for a mammogram, don’t put it off, breast screening saves lives.” Hospital Governor and Bassetlaw District Councillor Sue Shaw, said: “I am supporting the Trust in raising awareness of Breast Cancer Awareness month to highlight the importance for women and men to check their breasts regularly and know the signs and symptoms to look out for. If you receive an appointment to attend for a mammogram, don’t put it off, breast screening saves lives.” Both men and women are affected by breast cancer and should know how their breast tissue normally looks and feels and what changes to
look out. Signs and symptoms could include, but is by no means a complete list, discharge from either of your nipples; a lump or swelling in either of your armpits; dimpling on the skin of your breasts; a rash on or around your nipple; a change in the appearance of your nipple. Women aged 50 to 70 in this area are offered a routine mammograms every three years.
Mammograms are able to pick up breast cancer at an early stage, before a person can feel any symptoms. This early diagnosis improves chances of successful treatment and recovery. For more information on signs and symptoms, visit: https://www.breastcancercare.org.uk
Protect yourself against the flu Our staff have been doing their part and having their flu jabs to protect patients and visitors from the flu virus this winter. This protects those coming into hospital from the virus but it won’t protect your loved ones at home. The flu virus can be serious for those who are vulnerable. It is particularly important that we work together to prevent the spread of flu for the benefit of children, the elderly and of those who have underlying health conditions. The flu vaccine is routinely given on the NHS to: • People over the age of 65 • Those with certain health conditions including respiratory diseases; heart, liver or kidney disease; diabetes or chronic neurological conditions • Pregnant women • children aged 2 and 3 • children in reception class and school years 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
elderly or disabled person whose welfare may be at risk if you fall ill.
You may also be entitled to a free flu vaccination if you are the main carer for an
The best time to have your flu vaccine is in the Autumn, up to the end of November, but
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don’t worry if you’ve missed it, you can have the vaccine all through the winter. Just ask your GP or pharmacist. Join DBTH in preventing the spread of flu!
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Local Communities supporting DBTH Charity
Hospital Donation in memory of organ donor hero A local family has donated over £6,000 to Doncaster Royal Infirmary in memory of their beloved relative who selflessly saved the lives of nine people by registering to be an organ donor. Sue McCormack was looking forward to her wedding anniversary, planning to retire and spend more time with her grandchildren when she was suddenly taken ill in 2016 and rushed to hospital. Tragically, Sue’s family were given the devastating news that she had suffered a bleed on her brain and there was nothing medics could do. Sue, who had always been supportive of organ donation and had registered with NHS blood and Transplant, had made her wishes very clear: If anything was to ever happen to her – she wanted to help others. Ultimately, Sue’s thoughtful actions meant that three adults and six children who needed organ transplants are now living better quality lives. The McCormacks, residents of Moorends, weren’t letting Sue’s legacy stop with the nine lives she saved. As a way to say ‘thank you’, they began fundraising in her name in order to make a donation to the Critical Care Unit at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. Sue’s husband Nick said: “Sue had the kindest
heart in the world. She would talk to anyone and you’d be talking for hours once you got her started. She was the life and soul of every party – first on the dance floor and the last off. She’s missed by so many people and that really shows in how much support we’ve had with the fundraising. Everyone who knew her has wanted to help and we’d like to thank all of our family and friends, and everyone at the Canal Tavern in Thorne for all their support and fundraising efforts.” The McCormacks raised £6,300 for the Critical Care Unit where they stayed and spent their last night with Sue. Nick said: “We wanted to give something back to Critical Care because the level of compassion they extended to Sue was exceptional, even down to making sure her hair was done and she had her glasses on when we said goodbye. All the staff were fantastic and couldn’t do any more than they did. “We all miss Sue but we are extremely proud of the difference she made. Every time someone came in to tell us they had found a
donor match we all felt comforted knowing that another family somewhere was getting good news. It really helped us through losing Sue so suddenly to know that something positive came from it.” Annette Trotter, Sister on the Critical Care Unit, said: “Nick and his family have been inspirational in how they have focused their energy on raising money for DCC. This large sum of money has enabled us to buy chairs to assist in the rehabilitation of our patients. These chairs allow ventilated but awake patients to sit out of bed in comfort. We have already seen positive benefits to the long-term rehabilitation of patients by having these chairs and we can’t thank the McCormacks enough. “I also want to take a minute to thank Sue for her selfless act of becoming an organ donor. From such a tragic event she has managed to affect so many lives in such a positive way. Sue was a special person and many people owe her a debt of gratitude that will be never forgotten – she was, and remains, a true hero.”
If you’re not on the organ donor register and would like to sign up, you can register at organdonation.nhs.uk.
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Friends donation helps to make families more comfortable at Bassetlaw Hospital
‘Dignity Bags’ for Doncaster Breast Patients A local BT call centre has supported a project started by one of its staff members to create ‘dignity bags’ for patients in Doncaster who have undergone a mastectomy (removal of a breast). The fabric satchels are specially designed to carry a blood drain, which is a bag to collect fluids that is usually fitted for around two weeks after surgery. Although they are a necessity following a mastectomy, and essential for recovery, the drain bags can be unsightly and often cause patients to feel self-conscious. April Jeffery, who works at the BT call centre in Doncaster, saw the dignity bags being used in Rotherham and wanted to make some for Doncaster patients. With the support of her colleagues at work, April was able to donate 213 dignity bags to Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
“I’m really grateful for the support that this project received at BT. If I had been making the bags on my own I would never have been able to make this many.” April said: “I saw the dignity bag pattern online and it really struck a chord with me. A few years ago I had an ileostomy bag and I hated the thought that there were patients who had undergone mastectomy surgery and might already be feeling low, that felt self-conscious on top of that. I’m really grateful for the
support that this project received at BT. If I had been making the bags on my own I would never have been able to make this many.”
Bassetlaw Hospital has received a donation of a comfy reclining chair from the League of Friends, to be used for the benefit of families visiting loved ones who are seriously ill. The specialist reclining seat, purchased in partnership with Bassetlaw Freemasons at a cost £1,000, has been placed in a palliative care room on Ward C1, an area which cares for patients with respiratory conditions. The chair provides a comfortable place to rest and is part of a recent refurbishment to create a home-fromhome environment for seriously ill patients. Michelle Cookson, C1 Ward Manager, said: “On behalf of the Trust I want to say ‘thank you’ to the League of Friends for their continued support, it means so much to staff and our patients. Visiting relatives often spend many hours with their loved ones and this chair will make them more comfortable during their visits.” Over the past number of years, both patients and staff have benefited enormously from the continued and long-standing support of the League of Friends, which raises thousands of pounds annually for patient comforts at Bassetlaw Hospital. Mary Payne, League of Friends, said: “The League of Friends fund-raise on behalf of the people of Bassetlaw for their local hospital. Thank you once again to Bassetlaw Freemasons for their continued support. We always enjoy visiting the wards to see how our donations benefit patients and their relatives.”
The material used to make the bags was donated by Sew Cutes, a fabric shop in Edlington. Owner Tracy heard about April’s sewing challenge and offered her 20 meters of fabric free of charge. BT also managed to raise over £250 for the Jasmine Centre at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, which cares for patients with breast cancer. The funds were raised at a health and wellbeing day at BT, where staff were able to pay £1 to use the sewing machine to create a bag. Scott Johnson, Senior Call Centre Manager at BT, said: “Our staff are always forthcoming and enthusiastic about getting involved in helping local charities and this was no exception, the response April had to the dignity bag project was immense. It gave us the chance to give something back to our community and we learnt a new skill in the process! “I’d like to say a special thank you to April, Suzanne Webster and Beth Hulme, who gave a lot of their free time to make the majority of the bags.” The company plan on holding an annual sewing drive every July to make more dignity bags for breast patients in Doncaster and have shared the pattern with other BT branches to introduce them across the country.
Fundraise for DBTH The Trust recently launched its very own charity, called ‘Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Charity’ (DBTH Charity), in a bid to make it even easier for local people to support the Trust. If you would like to get involved in fundraising for our hospitals, or would like to know more about support and sponsorship please contact the Communications Team on Tel: 01302 644244, email: DBTH.Charity@nhs.net or head to www.dbth.nhs.uk/charity.
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Sharing how we care
As a Trust, we are committed to enhancing our patient experience and using feedback to continue to strive for person centred care. Person centred care we means we treat each patient individually and think about their personal needs as well as their clinical ones.
Should we? Ban the beaker Hydration is key for recovery. Whilst we treat whatever ailment a patient is staying in hospital for, it’s equally important to make sure that nutrition and hydration needs are looked after to ensure that speedy recovery. Patient often prefer to drink from something that they recognise like a cup or mug, which can encourage and comfort if they are feeling a little off their food or drink due to their illness. Our staff have committed to asking our patients, or their carers, what they normally drink from to promote regular drinks and reduce the number of patients using beakers who’s tastes are actually set on china mugs!
Darcie
Ted
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Improving Enhanced Care The provision of enhanced therapeutic care (previously referred to as specialing) is a significant challenge for many trusts across the NHS, including our’s. Increasing numbers of patients admitted to hospitals have confusion, delirium and dementia or are at risk of harm from falling or leaving the ward unsafely. Equally, patients may present with mental health needs that require additional therapeutic care in order to holis cally support and maintain safety and reduce the risk of harm. When we use a lot of bank or agency staff to provide the enhanced care, patients may be cared for by temporary staff who may restrict or limit patient movement, who at times have not known the patient’s name by the end of their shift. Our response to the increasing needs for enhanced care was to develop a daily supervision and engagement assessment document. This helps to guide staff on the simple, yet effective interventions that may keep their patients safe. To help support our staff to keep patients safe and provide enhanced therapeutic care, we have recently appointed Emily King as Enhanced Care Practitioner. Emily will be available to support patients, family and ward staff to care for those vulnerable patients.
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Pets as therapy:
Companionship on the wards An unlikely duo of furry volunteers have begun making a forntightly appearance on a Doncaster Hospital ward to cheer up patients.
care for patients with dementia, while Darcie, a two year old Ragdoll cat, is a regular on the Kingfisher and Kestrel wards which care for older patients.
Ted and Darcie, two trained ‘Pets As Therapy’ animals, visit the Gresley Unit at Doncaster Royal Infirmary every other Monday to provide comfort and a bit of companionship to elderly inpatients who might be missing their own pets.
Ted and Darcie have been presented with ID cards, making them official staff members of Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals, in their roles as ‘Senior Snuggle Officers.’
“We love having Ted and Darcie on the ward. The whole environment changes when they arrive.” Ted, a three year old German Shepherd, specialises in receiving strokes and head pats on the Mallard Ward, which provides hospital
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Gemma Betts, Activities Co-ordinator on the Mallard Ward, said: “We love having Ted and Darcie on the ward. The whole environment changes when they arrive. Our patients who have pets at home that are being looked after while they are in hospital appreciate the companionship they provide and it can spark memories for those who have had pets in the past or remember a family member’s beloved furry friend. All of these comforts and memories help our patients to feel at home and speeds up their recovery.”
News from the Governors Anwar Choudhry In July, we were advised of the death of Anwar Choudhry, aged 65. Anwar served the Trust as public governor for Doncaster since August 2016. Anwar’s family continues to be in our thoughts.
Local hospitals appoint new governors Following recent elections, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has appointed three new governors, with an additional two returning to their previously held seats. The successful candidates from the elections were: • Bev Marshall and Phillip Beavers (both returning) and Linda Espey in Doncaster • Steve Marsh and Shelia Walsh in Bassetlaw Nominations for next year’s elections open on
10 December. To help people decide if they want to apply, the Trust will be holding a pair of informative sessions, where there will be an opportunity to meet the Chair and Chief Executive, as well as to hear first-hand from governors and about the election process. The first of these sessions will take place in Bassetlaw Hospital on 11 December at 4pm. The second will take place at Doncaster on 10 January at 5pm. Please contact Kate Sullivan on 01302 644157 (email kate. sullivan@dbth.nhs.net ) for more details.
Thanks to long-serving governors At our Annual Members’ Meeting in September and Council of Governors in October we said thank you to two of long-serving governors. George Webb, Public Governor Doncaster, and Susan Overend, Public Governor Bassetlaw, have both clocked up 15 years’ service having joined when Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals became a foundation trust. Between them they defined what a foundation trust governor was meant to
be. Indeed, George was a former Vice Chair (serving for 12 years) and Lead Governor. Susan now plans to concentrate on getting her golf handicap down while George will continue his work with the local church. Thank you and goodbye also to Maureen Young who stepped down as a Public Governor for Doncaster after 12 years. The Trust meant a lot to Maureen and she leaves us having achieved some real benefits for the people and patients of Doncaster.
Peter takes on Chairing role Congratulations to Bassetlaw Public Governor Peter Abell who, having recently been elected to the NHS Providers’ Governor Advisory Committee (GAC), has now been confirmed as its chair. The GAC members provide oversight and
feedback on NHS Providers’ work and areas that require debate and action. The GAC has the opportunity to help shape the governor services NHSP provide to members such as the GovernWell training programme, annual Governor Focus conference, bespoke training and guidance resources.
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Thank you to everyone who attended our 2018 Annual Members’ Meeting at the Keepmoat Stadium. We had some fantastic feedback from the event, so good we have decided to go back next year. The date for your diary is 26 September 2019. Here are just some comments from the event: “All I can say is change works. An outstanding meeting. Due in the main to the new format. A brilliant idea of seating everyone around tables and formatting questions together. I always felt these meetings were a bit like us and them. This evening’s arrangement gave everyone the opportunity to have their say but in a well-structured way... It was inclusion at its best and not just with the two ladies signing but by giving everyone the opportunity to speak it was sheer genius.” – A Trust governor “I just want to say that I was at the meeting last night and it was by far the best of the several I have attended... The venue and the arrangement of the tables together with the fact that we were included in a small discussion was far less intimidating. It resulted in a much wider variety of good questions rather than, as I have felt in the past, a few people raising their particular concerns.” – A Trust member “I thought this year’s AMM was excellent. Well done for spearheading a very smoothly organised and cohesive event... Some great news about the Trust’s performance was shared – with key challenges ahead signalled..” – A Trust governor
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History Matters
A big day for Montagu Hospital Montagu Hospital began as Montagu Cottage Hospital in 1899, a converted schoolroom in Bank Street donated by local resident Mr. Andrew Montagu – hence the name. The building soon proved too small, and a piece of land in Adwick Road was acquired on which to build a new Montagu Hospital, which opened in 1905. By 1924 some additional accommodation was needed for the growing town. Funds were raised, local mining and railway companies, and numerous others, contributing to building costs.
Capt. F.J.O. Montagu at the foundation stone laying
In recognition of their support, on 26 July 1924 a stone-laying ceremony took place, at which no fewer than nineteen stones were laid by representatives of various organisations. The first stone was put in place by President of the hospital Capt. F.J.O. Montagu, wielding a silver trowel especially made for the occasion; the others then followed. One was laid by Mr. J.H. Hughes, J.P., on behalf of Manvers Main Colliery Employees. All the stones can still be clearly seen; some have been re-cut in more recent times owing to weather damage. Each stonelayer was given as a memento of the occasion a small wooden ceremonial mallet, one of which has recently been presented to the hospital by a Mr. Turnberry, who came across it some 20 years ago while clearing out a local house. The mallet had languished in his garage ever since. The beautifully-turned mallets were the gift of a Mr. A.T. Wroe, of Wombwell. As can be seen in the picture, this one, only 22cm in length, bears a brass shield on which is engraved the following: Presented to W.H. Hughes J.P. for laying foundation Stone Mexbro Montague Hospital Extension 7-6-24 The lettering is somewhat rough and ready and contains some flaws. The ‘4’ in ‘24’ has been crudely stamped over an earlier number, probably a zero. Not only that, but the date is completely wrong! The ceremony took place on 26 July, not 7 June. How can this discrepancy have come about? Were the shield or the inscription, or both, added later, when memories had faded? Who was responsible for the engraving? Certainly not a professional
Don’t throw it away! Garry Swann is always keen to hear about all aspects of the history of any of the Trust’s hospitals, and to add items of interest to the Trust Archive. Contact him via e-mail, or on Direct Line 01302 644399.
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Mr. Hughes’ mallet
The stone laid by Mr. J.H. Hughes
craftsman. Was it Mr. Wroe, or Mr. Hughes himself, or someone else appointed by him to do it? And what happened to the other mallets – and, for that matter, the silver trowel? Perhaps other mallets (at least 18, possibly 19, were made) will turn up and provide answers to some of these questions. The extensions provided a new Boardroom on the ground floor (the step up into it is due to the rising ground that the builders had to contend with). In addition, more staff living accommodation on the upper floor was now made available. The extensions were opened some 18 months later.
this fascinating addition to our Archive, a memento of an important day which attracted a large crowd. The mallet is on display in the Boardroom at Montagu Hospital.
We are grateful to Mr.Turnberry for making
Garry Swann, Archivist
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