What is a dietitian? Dietitians are qualified and regulated health professionals that assess, diagnose and treat dietary and nutritional problems at an individual and wider public-health level. They are one of the key Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in the NHS. They use the most up-to-date public health and scientific research on food, health and disease […]
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What is a speech and language therapist (SALT)? Speech and language therapists are qualified and regulated health professionals – who provide life-changing treatment, support and care for children and adults who have difficulties with communication, eating, drinking and swallowing. They are one of the key Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in the NHS. Speech and language […]
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What is a radiographer? Radiographers are qualified and regulated health professionals. There are two types of radiographer: diagnostic and therapeutic. Both are key Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in the NHS. What is diagnostic radiographer? Diagnostic radiographers are allied health professionals who take x-rays and other medical images to assist doctors in diagnosing diseases and injuries. A […]
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What is a healthcare scientist (HCS)? Healthcare scientists are qualified and regulated health professionals – who are a highly diverse scientific workforce improving health and wellbeing of patients. They are one of the key Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in the NHS. It is a community of dedicated scientific colleagues help to inform, and underpin around 80% of […]
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What is a paramedic? Paramedics are qualified and regulated health professionals – who specialise in emergency treatment. They are one of the key Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in the NHS. They evaluate people with illnesses or injuries, provide emergency medical care and help transport people to hospitals. They are a first responder – a trained health professional […]
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How many hours do hospital consultants work? 40 hours a week. NHS consultants workload is described by something called a Programmed Activity (‘PA’). A PA is 4 hours of work (half a day). And a full time consultant is expected to do 40 hours = 10 x 4 hour PA blocks. And this is generally […]
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What is a biopsy? A biopsy is when a small piece of tissue is taken so it can be examined under a microscope. Biopsies can be taken from almost anywhere in the body. Why do I need a biopsy? If your doctor or nurse has noticed something abnormal (for example a lump), during a physical […]
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When should I see a doctor about back pain? When you have red flag symptoms including those listed below. In these situations you may need hospital admission and possible back surgery. Age <18 years and >60 years Bladder, bowel (inability to control your wee-ing or poo-ing) or sexual dysfunction Weakness or loss of sensation in the legs […]
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Do NHS computers talk to each other? No, no .. well a bit. They should (sorry). In most parts of the UK this is true. Hence GP, hospital, pharmacy, mental health and ambulance staff do not know exactly what each other is doing. This leads to many mistakes, especially related to prescribing medicines. In some areas, there […]
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What is a physiotherapist? Physiotherapists (‘physios’) are qualified and regulated health professionals – who treat people to restore, maintain (and make the most of) mobility, function, and well-being. They are one of the key Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in the NHS. They are trained to help patients at all stages of life – from infant […]
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