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A former patient and his family shared their gratitude to a "magnificent" UHDB stroke consultant as they were reunited earlier this month, praising the outstanding and compassionate care that he delivered to three members of the same family within 15 months. 

Dr Narendra Karavadara – affectionately known to patients and colleagues as “Dr K” – is a Stroke consultant based at Royal Derby Hospital who delivered care to Derbyshire man John Birds and two of his brothers, supporting them through life-changing strokes and complex recovery journeys.

A University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) team described as "real-life angels" for the way it supports patients and their loved ones to come to terms with a brain tumour diagnosis has been recognised as a national Centre of Excellence.

A new state-of-the-art scanner that can support faster diagnosis for osteoporosis is being introduced at Queen's Hospital Burton (QHB), helping advance the service provided and reduce waiting times for University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) patients.

Pride Pharmacy in the Kings Treatment Centre at Royal Derby Hospital will be closed on Saturday 28 February 2026 due to essential power works, we are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. 

A skiing enthusiast who lost part of his stomach and oesophagus to cancer is urging others with persistent heartburn or swallowing issues to get checked. 

Researchers at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) are leading a new study to examine whether cooling the fluid used in dialysis can help preserve memory and thinking functions for patients undergoing the treatment - ultimately improving their long-term quality of life.

A UHDB Physiotherapist who set up a research trial to improve patient experience for people who have injured the tendons in their hand, has been named 'Hand Therapist of the Year' at a prestigious award ceremony and conference.

Families who have babies being cared for in our Neonatal Units can now access 3D virtual tours to support them during their stay.

As part of our ambition to support patients to get the right care, at the right time, in the right place, University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) is working with partner organisations to deliver more personalised care for elderly and frail patients who need urgent and emergency care.

UHDB is one of three Midlands hospital trusts at the forefront of piloting a new sensitivity of bowel cancer screening, which aims to diagnose the disease earlier, resulting in earlier prevention and saving lives.

More diagnostic services are coming to Sir Robert Peel as the Community Diagnostic Centre enters its final construction phase to bring additional services, such as Respiratory care, into Tamworth.

A team of volunteer buggy drivers who assist people around Queen's Hospital Burton have been celebrated for the role they play in supporting our patients to access care and visitors to be able to see their loved ones by receiving an award from University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) Chief Executive Stephen Posey.

UHDB has been officially re-accredited with 'Veteran Aware' status - recognising the Trust as a place that works to ensure a positive experience for serving Armed Forces personnel, veterans and their families when accessing care or working across our hospitals. 

Congratulations to the Virtual Ward Respiratory team for being shortlisted for the Driving Virtual Wards and Hospital at Home Through Digital category and to the Nervecentre EPR team for the Outstanding Achievement in EPR Implementation and Optimisation category.

A brand-new Changing Places toilet facility, which supports patients and visitors with disabilities, is now available at Florence Nightingale Community Hospital.

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation trust (UHDB) has recently brought in new ways to keep in touch with patients waiting for an appointment.

UHDB colleagues who support patients with secondary breast cancer are the latest team to receive a Patient Hero award in recognition of their compassionate care. 

The Secondary Breast Cancer Support Group was nominated for a Making a Difference Award by patient Sara, who started using the group following her diagnosis.

With the Christmas and New Year bank holidays approaching, we want to encourage our communities to plan ahead, stay safe, and use NHS services wisely to ensure you get the right care in the right place for your needs.

The NHS is here for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Please help us by always trying to choose the most appropriate service for your care needs.

Football fans young and old were delighted to get a visit from Burton Albion Football Club last week as they spread some festive cheer at Queen's Hospital Burton.

Some resident doctors across the NHS including those at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton, are planning to take part in strike action from 7am on Wednesday 17 December to 6:59am on Monday 22 December.

While we are doing all we can to protect services so that they continue to run as smoothly as possible, we are sorry for any impact or delays experienced by patients during the industrial action. Please be assured our staff are still here for you should you need to access care.

End of life care teams at organisations across Derby and Derbyshire, including UHDB, are now offering free, supportive, compassionate sessions to support those with loved ones who are approaching their final days.  

The 'Last Days Matter' workshops cover a range of topics to help prepare you for what to expect when caring for someone, but also how to manage your own emotions and grief and how to plan for what comes after the death of a loved one.  

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB) has been awarded £2million by NHS England for making significant improvements in reducing waiting times for planned care.

The extra funding comes through the Elective Capital Incentive Scheme, which was introduced this year to recognise NHS organisations that have successfully reduced waiting lists and improved access to elective treatment over a sustained period. UHDB is one of just eight trusts across England to receive this recognition and financial award.

Colleagues and patients at our Florence Nightingale Community Hospital (FNCH) site were paid a special visit by players and coaching staff from Derbyshire County Cricket Club (DCCC) ahead of the Christmas holiday season, arranged by our partners Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity.

Two UHDB teams who collaborated on an innovative campaign to support men who have continence problems, have been praised for going above and beyond to improve patient experience at Royal Derby Hospital.  

A Sister who is embodying University Hospital of Derby and Burton's (UHDB) value of compassion with her kind and personalised approach to care has been recognised with a prestigious Cavell Star Award.

The waiting room is a new grey building attached to the main A&E, and the patient entrance door is located after the rainbow canopy, clearly signposted as 'A&E Entrance'.

Players and coaching staff from Derby County Football Club spread some festive cheer to patients and families in Derbyshire Children's Hospital at Royal Derby Hospital (RDH) as part of their annual Christmas visit.

You're invited to our next Health and Information Talk discussing the topic of Parkinson's Disease. 

The patient entrance for the Adult Emergency Department at Royal Derby Hospital is moving, alongside other service relocations happening at the hospital, to expand the space we have to care for emergency patients.