We are committed in providing high standards of training through our apprenticeship programme. We work closely with over twenty different training providers, colleges and universities across the country to deliver specialist apprenticeship pathways; helping our staff learn new skills, build...
Clinicians at Medway Maritime Hospital have played a key role in a major UK research study that will improve how premature babies with breathing difficulties are assessed and treated in neonatal units. The Serial Lung Ultrasound in predicting the need for surfactant and Respiratory course in...
Our liver services have been rated as being among the best in the country. We are the first trust in Kent, and one of only 20 NHS trusts nationwide, to have achieved full accreditation through the Improving Quality in Liver Services (IQILS) programme – the highest level available. Awarded to our...
Following a steady decline in flu cases across the hospital, face masks are no longer required in clinical areas. Evonne Hunt, Chief Nursing Officer said: “Flu cases have now fallen to a level where mandatory mask wearing is no longer necessary in our clinical areas. We’re grateful to everyone...
“I wouldn’t change a thing.” Those are the words of Denise Short as she celebrates 50 years of continuous service. Denise, known affectionately as Den to colleagues, joined the hospital in 1975 at just 16 years old. Over the decades she has taken on a wide range of roles, including becoming...
For the 6-month period ending 1st January 2026, can you please provide: 1. Total Framework Agency Spend for both general and specialist nurses. *Specialist Nurses: Any Nursing Role that is not a general nurse. Under Section 21 of the Freedom of Information Act, this request has been exempt on the...
Please can you provide the below information: From 1st October 2025 to 31st December please provide a breakdown of:Total trust spend with framework agencies for locum AHP/HSS staffing.Please provide a further breakdown for locum AHP/HSS staffing by:Spend per band Spend per specialty Spend per...
In the last 3 months (July, August, September 2025), how many haemophilia A and B and von Willebrand patients were treated with the following coagulation factors in your trust and how much volume (IUs or mg) was used? Medway NHS Foundation Trust is not a registered Haemophilia Centre. All local...
Please can you provide the below information: 1 – In the period 1st October 2025 to 31st December 2025 please provide a breakdown of:Total trust spend with framework agencies for locum nursesPlease provide a further breakdown for locum nurses by:Spend per band Spend per specialty Spend...
From January 2025 to 31st December 2025 please provide a breakdown month by month of total trust spend for framework agency staff within NON medical NON clinical, please break it down by:Total spend As below. Spend per area EG –Admin and Clerical: Includes roles like receptionists, medical...
A new room for patients requiring end-of-life care has been created by staff at Sheppey Frailty Unit, based in Sheppey Community Hospital. The unit, run by Medway NHS Foundation Trust, was set up to provide care closer to home for frail patients in Sheppey and...
The Medway League of Friends has expanded its facilities by taking over the hospital shop at Sheppey Community Hospital, offering patients, visitors, and staff better access to refreshments and everyday essentials. Run by dedicated volunteers, the shop welcomes visitors from 9am to 1pm on weekdays...