News stories from 2025
UHB consultant to Chair National AI Commission shaping the future of healthcare
Prof Alastair Denniston, Consultant Ophthalmologist at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust and Professor at the University of Birmingham, has been appointed Chair of the newly launched UK National Commission on the Regulation of AI in Healthcare.
Learn how to save a life this World Restart a Heart Day
People in Birmingham are invited to learn vital life-saving skills this World Restart a Heart Day, taking place on Wednesday 16 October 2025.
Loren’s story: From life-saving liver transplantation to motherhood in one year
In just one year, Loren from Hinckley has seen her life completely transformed - from a life-saving liver transplant to marriage and the birth of her miracle baby, Issac.
New Medical Assessment Unit opens at Good Hope Hospital
A brand-new patient assessment area was officially opened at Good Hope Hospital by the Mayor of the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Cindy Yip.
Innovative device for cleaning medical equipment rolled out
An innovative new device which decontaminates specialist equipment could reduce costs and boost sustainability through better efficiency and less waste.
Patient given second chance thanks to gift of life
Patient Tia Thomas has told how a heart transplant saved her life