Questions to ask a hospital consultant’s secretary Hospital consultants have a secretary to help them organise their work. They are very important and it’s worth getting to know them and be very nice to them. This is how you will get things done. If you have a health problem, and have been seen by a […]
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What do junior doctors earn (and comparison to teachers) They earn a more than reasonable salary. We will expand. The average salary is about £50,000 per year. But the range is £29,384 to £58,398, depending on experience. However these figures do not incorporate bonus pay for out-of-hours working, and for oncall commitments. What is a […]
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Can you ask an ambulance to take you to a certain hospital or A&E? Not usually. But it depends [“thankyou” .. MyHSN Ed]. If you ring 999 you will normally be taken to the nearest A&E. You may not be in a fit state to communicate your medical history and needs. So, to an extent, you have to trust the […]
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5 common symptoms of appendicitis We will now describe 5 of the most common symptoms of appendicitis. 1. Rapid onset of tummy pain – that usually begins around your navel – and comes and goes (colicky). 2. Pain often shifts to your lower right abdomen – then becomes constant. It may worsens if you cough, breathe in, […]
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NHS apprenticeship in medicine The Medical Doctor Degree Apprenticeship (MDDA) offers NHS organisations the opportunity to recruit from a wider pool of people in the local community. It also gives individuals, who for a multitude of reasons may be unable to attend university full time, a new route to train as a doctor. A medical apprentice will […]
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What happens on a CCU (coronary care unit)? We will describe what happens on a coronary care unit (CCU). What is a CCU? A coronary care unit (CCU) provides high dependency care to those with serious heart issues. It is a mixed ward (men and women). It provides care for acutely unwell cardiac patients. Cardiology (means heart medicine) […]
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What is a CCU (coronary care unit)? A coronary care unit (CCU) provides high dependency care to those with serious heart issues. It is a mixed ward (men and women). Cardiology (means heart medicine) doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals have extensive training to work in a CCU. There is usually a low ratio of patients to staff in the CCU – […]
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How to get a mental health assessment from your GP Yes, this is definitely possible. In fact, many GPs are interested in mental health and lots of practices now have mental health workers available at the surgery. This means that timely, specialist mental health help is often available close to home in the familiar environment of your GP […]
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What are the key NHS targets? The performance against key NHS targets varies depending on the type of treatment and location in the UK (yes, there is a postcode lottery). There are the three main NHS targets related to physical health. They are sometimes called ‘Key Performance Indicators’ (or KPIs). Latest data is shown below. This current performance data […]
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What makes a good hospital (7 factors)? A good hospital can be defined as one that provides high-quality medical care, prioritises patient safety and satisfaction, and engages with the local community. Key points Quality of care Patient safety Accessibility Range of services and performance Patient experience Cost-effective Community engagement and communication. Here is more on […]
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