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Racial equality University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) is committed ...

Staff and patient ethnicity breakdown Ethnicity breakdown of staff and patients at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

A short history Birmingham has long been associated with the use of ...

Carriage of instruments Transit to and from RRPPS We can arrange the carriage ...

Contamination monitor tests The range of tests offered is outlined below. Some ...

Diagnostic X-ray instruments Dose and doserate meters Ionisation chambers/detectors designed for general radiology ...

Display screen and film processing quality assurance instruments Densitometers Densitometers are calibrated against a traceable Kodak ...

Doserate instrument tests Instruments' responses to high doserates It is necessary to ...

Electronics repair service As part of our comprehensive calibration service we offer ...

Instrument calibration service RRPPS provides a high quality calibration and repair service ...

Instrumentation used The following equipment/traceability is used in instrument calibration: IEC 61267 ...

Mammography instruments Mammography dose meters Mammography dose meters/chambers are calibrated at ...

Personal Radiation Monitoring Service (ADS) The RRPPS has been recognised as an approved dosimetry ...

Radiation protection advice RRPPS provides advice to employers to enable them to ...

Radiation protection instruments The UK Ionising Radiation Regulations (1999) require that all ...

Radiation Protection Services (RRPPS) RRPPS is the radiation physics and protection service based ...

Research, consultancy and training Members of staff within RRPPS are actively involved in ...

Support for users of radioactive materials Specialist radiation protection advice can be provided to users ...

Why choose us to calibrate your instruments? The UK Ionising Radiation Regulations (1999) require that all ...

X-ray equipment performance surveys RRPPS can provide equipment performance surveys for a wide ...

X-ray radiation qualities For calibrating diagnostic X-ray instruments, RRPPS produces the radiation ...

Hospital radio BHBN is a charity radio station run by volunteers ...

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Imaging Information about the Imaging department, which includes X-ray, Radiology, Radiography and Ultrasound.

Imaging, radiology and X-ray patient information Patient information leaflets and factsheets about imaging, radiology and X-ray.

Radiotherapy patient information Patient information leaflets and factsheets about radiotherapy.

Imaging Information about the Imaging department, which includes X-ray, Radiology, Radiography and Ultrasound.

Imaging, radiology and X-ray patient information Patient information leaflets and factsheets about imaging, radiology and X-ray.

Radiotherapy patient information Patient information leaflets and factsheets about radiotherapy.

Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) Information about image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT), which uses imaging techniques to help target radiotherapy treatments.

Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) Information about intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), an advanced mode of high-precision radiotherapy.

More about the Radiotherapy team Find out more about staff in the Radiotherapy department.

Radiotherapy Information about the Radiotherapy department at UHB, the largest department of its type in the region.

Radiotherapy opening times View opening time information for the Radiotherapy department.

Radiotherapy patients See the range of patients treated by the Radiotherapy department and how they're treated.

Hospital food feedback Patient experience feedback of hospital food at UHB.

Overall care feedback Patient experience feedback of care received at UHB.

Patient experience feedback Patient experience feedback of services, treatment and care at UHB.

11 hour 11 minute Remembrance Day ride Brian New from Warrington is gearing up for a Remembrance Day cycling challenge to help injured soldiers at the QEHB.

Army nurse first to gain university PhD A man who began his career as a porter has become the first serving army nurse to gain a PhD from BCU.

Awards ceremony celebrates military medics The Military and Civilian Health Partnership Awards (MCHPA) recognise pioneering work with armed forces casualties.

Donate to the RCDM charitable fund The Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM) is based ...

Eddie Berwick's story A Bromsgrove schoolboy has shaved off his long blonde hair to raise money for the RCDM).

Further information about the RCDM Background information about the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM).

Royal Centre for Defence Medicine The primary function of the Royal Centre for Defence ...

The McCanns' story Newlyweds Julie and Paul McCann asked friends and family to donate to the RCDM in lieu of wedding gifts.

Wounded, BBC1 A BBC documentary followed the treatment of very seriously injured British soldiers.

Library project helps cancer patients The Weoley Castle Library project offers a relaxing environment to help cancer patients recover.

Record and information management See how University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust manages its information and records.

Library project helps cancer patients The Weoley Castle Library project offers a relaxing environment to help cancer patients recover.

What could you be doing in five years' time? See how our "earn while you learn scheme" could help shape your future.

Decision trees

Diabetes referrals Patients are seen only at the request of the ...

How to get referred GP referrals The Rheumatology department offers a comprehensive ...

How to get referred to podiatry Patients who attend the hospital may be referred by ...

Liver and HPB referrals Patients are seen only at the request of the ...

Referral forms

Referral standards and timescales Below are the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust ...

Referral to a dietitian You may be referred to a dietitian by your ...

Referrals If you have access to Choose and Book, please ...

Renal referrals

Rheumatology referrals The Rheumatology Department offers a comprehensive service to patients ...

Booking Centre fax gateway Patients can be referred to UHB through a fax gateway that converts fax referrals into an email.

Booking Centre referrals GP referral information for the Booking Centre at UHB.

Decision trees

Diabetes referrals Patients are seen only at the request of the ...

How to get referred GP referrals The Rheumatology department offers a comprehensive ...

How to get referred to podiatry Patients who attend the hospital may be referred by ...

Liver and HPB referrals Patients are seen only at the request of the ...

Referral forms

Referral standards and timescales Below are the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust ...

Referral to a dietitian You may be referred to a dietitian by your ...

Referrals If you have access to Choose and Book, please ...

Renal referrals

Rheumatology referrals The Rheumatology Department offers a comprehensive service to patients ...

Booking Centre referrals GP referral information for the Booking Centre at UHB.

Become a member today Complete this registration form to become a member of University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Choose how much you'd like to get involved We know that different people would like to get ...

Lists and registers For copies of lists and registers please contact our ...

Cardiac rehabilitation video If you've been treated for a cardiac condition within the last six months at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham there are specialist rehabilitation services to help with your recovery.

Cardiology Information about cardiology services at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Relatives' Wing The Relatives' Wing is a 16-bed unit in Nuffield ...

Chapels and prayer rooms The chapel and prayer rooms are available for staff, ...

Chaplaincy Chaplains are members of hospital staff, trained to provide ...

Chaplaincy video guide Video guide to Chaplaincy services at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham.

Contact Chaplaincy We operate an on-call system whereby there is always ...

I have a strong faith: what can you offer? Your faith might require you to use a prayer ...

Meet the Chaplaincy Team Rakesh Bhatt, Hindu Chaplain Rakesh was born in India ...

Religious ceremonies, rituals and worship Buddhist meditation Day of the weekStart timeLocation Monday 13:00 – 13:30 Meeting Room ...

Why should I want to see a chaplain? Chaplains are not just around when people die. Nor ...

Brum kidney team takes skills to Ghana Renal transplant experts led by Andrew Ready are visiting Ghana to develop the country’s transplant expertise.

Contact the Renal Services Team Should you feel unwell or have any query or ...

General guidance on attending renal clinics Please feel free to bring a friend or relative ...

Kidney Patients' Association Information on the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Kidney Patients' Association.

Living kidney donors Who are we? We are a small group ...

Renal dialysis patient survey Survey for patients who use UHB's renal dialysis satellite units.

Renal medicine research Information about renal research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Renal medicine/surgery quality indicators Haemodialysis Patients with established (permanent) kidney failure enter the ...

Renal patient information Patient information leaflets and factsheets about renal conditions and treatments.

Renal referrals

Renal services (kidney) You may be referred to the renal clinic to ...

Consultant directory The consultant directory helps you to find consultants by specialty or alphabetically by surname.

Contact us Contact University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust for more information about our reports, accounts and plans.

Our publications University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust produces a wide range of publications, from newsletters to reports.

Quality Account and reports The Trust's official Quality Account for 2011 – 2012 ...

Trust reports Read University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust's reports, plans, accounts.

About our research In general, clinical trials are used to test the ...

Areas of research in dermatology Information about areas of research in dermatology at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Areas of research in diabetes Information about areas of research in diabetes at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Areas of research in liver surgery Information about areas of research in liver surgery at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Areas of research in medical physics Information about areas of research in medical physics at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Areas of research in microbiology Information about areas of research in microbiology at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Areas of research in neurology Information about areas of research in neurology at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Areas of research in rheumatology Information about areas of research in rheumatology at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Areas of research in sexual health Information about areas of research in sexual health at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Burns research Information about burns research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Cancer research Information about cancer research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Contact Research and Development Contact the Research and Development department.

Copper cuts contamination between cleans Birmingham research team results confirm the use of copper on surfaces can improve hygiene in hospitals.

Critical care research Information about critical care research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Dermatology research Find out about dermatology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation.

Diabetes research Find out about diabetes research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation.

Documents for researchers Guidance documents to help researchers at UHB.

Exercise Therapy in Type One Diabetes (Extod) Details of the Exercise Therapy in Type One Diabetes (Extod) research project at University Hospitals Birmingam.

Gastrointestinal research Information about gastrointestinal research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Health bus boosts key clinical studies The Health Research Bus has helped change the way research for major health issues is carried out in the community.

HIV research and development Research is key in helping develop the management of ...

HIV research: frequently asked questions Do I have to take part in ...

Information for researchers Information to help researchers through the necessary processes of conducting research at UHB.

Key achievements £12.8m secured over five years to fund the Wellcome ...

Liver surgery research Information liver surgery research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Medical physics research Find out about medical physics research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation.

Medical physics research activity Over the years the Medical Physics Department has held ...

Microbiology research Information about microbiology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Multiple sclerosis research at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Details of multiple sclerosis research at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Neurology research Information about neurology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Ophthalmology research Information about ophthalmology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Our research network Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB) and the old Queen ...

Our research specialties Read more about UHB's specialty areas of research interest.

QEHB to host national trauma centre Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham will be announced today as the focus of a £20m centre for research into trauma.

Regulatory guidance for researchers Regulatory guidance to help researchers at UHB.

Renal medicine research Information about renal research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Research UHB researchers play a vital role in advancing the ...

Research, consultancy and training Members of staff within RRPPS are actively involved in ...

Respiratory medicine research Information about respiratory information research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Rheumatology research Find out about rheumatology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation.

Sexual health research Information about sexual health research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Some of our HIV research trials Some of the HIV research and development trials carried out at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Stroke research Information about stroke research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Taking part in research When being treated at our hospitals you may be invited to take part in one of our research trials. Before you decide, it's important for you to know what's involved.

The Dermatology Research team Information about the team conducting dermatology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

The Diabetes Research team Information about the team conducting diabetes research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

The Gastrointestinal Research team Information on staff involved in gastrointestinal research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

The Liver Surgery Research team Information about the team conducting liver surgery research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

The Microbiology Research team Information about the Microbiology Research team at University Hosptials Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

The Neurology Research team Information about the Neurology Research team at University Hosptials Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

The Rheumatology Research team Information about the team conducting rheumatology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

The Sexual Health Research team Information about the staff conducting sexual health research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Vision, purpose and values UHB's vision to "deliver the best in care" is backed up by our purpose and our values of respect, responsibility, honest and innovation.

Contact the Respiratory Team For further information, please contact the relevant consultant's secretary. ...

Respiratory medicine The Department of Respiratory Medicine currently includes ten consultant ...

Respiratory patient information Patient information leaflets and factsheets about respiratory conditions and treatments.

Respiratory support team The respiratory support team are speciailst respiratory nurses and ...

Consultant directory The consultant directory helps you to find consultants by specialty or alphabetically by surname.

Respiratory medicine quality indicator Percentage of asthmatic patients who are discharged on inhaled ...

Respiratory medicine research Information about respiratory information research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Vision, purpose and values UHB's vision to "deliver the best in care" is backed up by our purpose and our values of respect, responsibility, honest and innovation.

Restaurants The old Queen Elizabeth Hospital RestaurantBuildingLocationOpening times The Cellar Restaurant Nuffield ...

About the department Rheumatology clinics are based at the new QEHB in Area 1 of the outpatients department on Level 0.

Areas of research in rheumatology Information about areas of research in rheumatology at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Consultant directory The consultant directory helps you to find consultants by specialty or alphabetically by surname.

Contact Rheumatology For Rheumatology outpatient appointments please call 0121 627 2000 and use extension 53947.

Donations to Rheumatology Details of how to donate to the Rheumatology department at QEHB.

Find Rheumatology The Rheumatology Unit is based at the Queen Elizabeth ...

How to get referred GP referrals The Rheumatology department offers a comprehensive ...

Leaflets Arthritis Research UK leaflets Arthritis Research UK produces a ...

Making an appointment Routine appointments Please write to one of the ...

Occupational therapy in Rheumatology Occupational therapy can help people live a more independent ...

Patient support and helplines Rheumatology nursing support service The Rheumatology nursing support service ...

Physiotherapy in Rheumatology Patients can be referred to physiotherapy by their GP ...

Rheumatology Information about rheumatology services for patients at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Rheumatology referrals The Rheumatology Department offers a comprehensive service to patients ...

Rheumatology research Find out about rheumatology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation.

The Rheumatology Research team Information about the team conducting rheumatology research at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).

Causes and symptoms of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism A list of activities which can lead to increased risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

Robert Smith's story Robert and Jean Smith have built up a close relationship with staff at the Liver Unit since Robert became an organ recipient.

Competition to name new pharmacy robot UHB has launched a competition to name a special robot which is helping to dispense medicine in a hi-tech fashion.

Care Round initiative supports patient safety QEHB patients are enjoying the benefits of a new scheme which aims to tailor nursing care to their individual needs.

Routine surgery quality indicator Percentage of unplanned returns to theatre for all non-emergency ...

11 hour 11 minute Remembrance Day ride Brian New from Warrington is gearing up for a Remembrance Day cycling challenge to help injured soldiers at the QEHB.

Army nurse first to gain university PhD A man who began his career as a porter has become the first serving army nurse to gain a PhD from BCU.

Donate to the RCDM charitable fund The Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM) is based ...

Further information about the RCDM Background information about the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM).

Military mobile eye clinic opens A mobile clinic for eye injuries in military patients is now in operation thanks to charity funding.

Royal Centre for Defence Medicine The primary function of the Royal Centre for Defence ...

Wounded, BBC1 A BBC documentary followed the treatment of very seriously injured British soldiers.

Royal art link for new hospital A royal charity will brighten the lives of patients at QEHB with the opening of a major permanent art exhibition.

A short history Birmingham has long been associated with the use of ...

Carriage of instruments Transit to and from RRPPS We can arrange the carriage ...

Contamination monitor tests The range of tests offered is outlined below. Some ...

Diagnostic X-ray instruments Dose and doserate meters Ionisation chambers/detectors designed for general radiology ...

Display screen and film processing quality assurance instruments Densitometers Densitometers are calibrated against a traceable Kodak ...

Doserate instrument tests Instruments' responses to high doserates It is necessary to ...

Electronics repair service As part of our comprehensive calibration service we offer ...

Instrument calibration service RRPPS provides a high quality calibration and repair service ...

Instrumentation used The following equipment/traceability is used in instrument calibration: IEC 61267 ...

Mammography instruments Mammography dose meters Mammography dose meters/chambers are calibrated at ...

Personal Radiation Monitoring Service (ADS) The RRPPS has been recognised as an approved dosimetry ...

Radiation protection advice RRPPS provides advice to employers to enable them to ...

Radiation protection instruments The UK Ionising Radiation Regulations (1999) require that all ...

Radiation Protection Services (RRPPS) RRPPS is the radiation physics and protection service based ...

Research, consultancy and training Members of staff within RRPPS are actively involved in ...

Support for users of radioactive materials Specialist radiation protection advice can be provided to users ...

Why choose us to calibrate your instruments? The UK Ionising Radiation Regulations (1999) require that all ...

X-ray equipment performance surveys RRPPS can provide equipment performance surveys for a wide ...

X-ray radiation qualities For calibrating diagnostic X-ray instruments, RRPPS produces the radiation ...

QEHB Charity thanks Brum runners QEHB Charity would like to thank everyone who ran the Bupa Great Birmingham Run in support of the charity.

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