Richard Harding

What a wonderful Friday 🤩 After yesterday's surgery, the patient is more than happy 😍 this is the best assessment for us and the surgical team 🏅 Combining pre-surgical planning with single-use surgical guides, orthognathic surgery becomes a more predictable, patient-friendly, and efficient process. There was performed #BSSO #lefortI #maxillasplit and #genioplasty #cmfsurgery #orthognathic #presurgicalplanning

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Next time you are in clinic with a patient requiring an OA brace - you are just two clicks away from everything being taken care of, with full visibility of the onward care pathway. What’s not to like? Head to the Apple Store now to download hassle free referrals in your hands. #creatingbettertogether #OAbracing #innovation

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Cervical cancer is preventable, yet over 3,000 women in the UK are still diagnosed each year. We know that going for a #CervicalScreening isn’t always easy, and a lack of information can be a huge barrier in attendance, so we created this quick guide to explain the process. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/en94csFY There has been a worrying decline in #cervicalscreening attendance in recent years - we have a collective responsibility to keep the conversation going this #CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek and every week after that. UK Cervical Screening Awareness - Hologic Learn about cervical screening in the UK with Hologic. Understand HPV's role, eligibility, and the process. Early detection is key.

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A powerful example of how, despite billions being invested in EPR systems nationwide, archaic processes for transferring images and videos still persist. 🌟 Revolutionising Nursing Efficiency Through Digitisation 🌟 A recent study highlights the profound impact of digitisation on NHS nurses' efficiency and morale by replacing traditional methods of transferring clinical images and videos to electronic patient records (EPRs) with a digitised process. The results speak volumes: ✅ 33% efficiency gain, saving over 26 working days annually in the ENT department. ✅ An annual cost-saving of £6780 on non-patient-facing tasks. ✅ 75% of nurses reported improved morale, with 63% gaining confidence in the accuracy of patient records. This is what true digital transformation looks like: not just investing in systems but ensuring they replace outdated, inefficient workflows. The time and cost savings—combined with improved nurse satisfaction—highlight the massive potential for scaling such solutions across the NHS. Let’s rethink how we approach digital innovation to focus on real-world impact. #DigitalHealth #Transformation #NHSInnovation

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“We all make choices, but in the end, our choices make us……and where our professional development is concerned, we would all do well to keep that in mind and invest wisely” This dramatic statement within a Nature article, makes profound observations around how our professional development choices shape us. It’s a paper I’ve recently reread and it echoes the findings in our latest CPD research. We found that approximately 90% of an individual's professional development is self-funded and self-selected, and we are free agents when we choose our professional development activities.   This paper observes that professionals have a predictable tendency to gravitate towards favourite comfortable topics, choosing CPD that is directly relevant to specialist fields.  As a result, professional development can silently shape us as professionals. This is a critical consideration..  Conscious CPD choices may sometimes be uncomfortable…. …yet our choices make and shape us into the professionals we are. Investing is not only a ‘financial’ currency.  ‘Choice’ is also a currency. See the article here:   The five 'C's of lifelong learning: CPD, choices, collegiality, challenges and consequences. Lewis, 2023. https://lnkd.in/e6CwP-wV

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Is your ICU space cluttered and chaotic? Medical equipment is not only delicate but also expensive to replace. It needs to be securely mounted and easily accessible to healthcare professionals. Yet, we often see ICU setups filled with machines, cables, drip bags, and monitors—creating a challenging environment for doctors and nurses. Recognizing this issue, we expanded our offering beyond just Bedhead and Pendant service systems to include a comprehensive range of medical accessories. What started as a side project quickly evolved into a crucial solution for our clients, helping them achieve a streamlined, efficient workspace tailored to their needs. Today, our versatile accessory range addresses these challenges head-on, providing a total solution that integrates seamlessly with any setup. Whether you’re a hospital looking to optimize your space or a supplier needing specialized components, our dedicated product specialist is here to help. Get in touch with us to discover how our accessories can transform your medical environment into a safer, more organized, and user-friendly space.

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What stops manufacturers adopting automation? 46% point to a lack of technical skills. What if you didn’t need them? 41% cite integration/data challenges. What if a company of specialists, with 30 years’ experience, had designed a range of sensor monitoring hardware and software that was simply ‘plug and play’? What if your remote monitoring hardware could be remotely configured by that company …. to your specifications … via our intuitive cloud … or even before it was delivered? What if that cloud offered customisable dashboards, so you could see your data just as you need it … set up for you and visible within moments of installation? Sounding good? What if all you had to do was get in touch? (Data: MakeUK October-23) #factoryautomation #processcontrol #IoTsolutions PowTechnology Digital Transformation Solutions

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Everything you need to know about TURP with Mr Simon Morton 🎬 Mr Simon Morton, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Ross Hall Hospital, discusses TURP (Transurethral Resection of the Prostate) – a treatment option to relieve pressure on the bladder and urethra for those living with benign prostate enlargement or prostate cancer 👨 Mr Morton explains: ✔️ What TURP is and why you might need it ✔️ What happens during TURP ✔️ What the benefits of TURP are Head over to Mr Morton’s profile to find out more! 👀📲🖥️ https://lnkd.in/eKpZWjkx

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The Alpinion Medical Systems X-CUBE i8 and X-CUBE i9 are taking the UK's MSK Portable Ultrasound market by storm.. Considered by many in the industry to be the current market leader for MSK scanning, if you are looking to get a portable diagnositc ultrasound, look no further than Alpinion. WHY IS IT CONSIDERED THE MARKET LEADER? Simple answer - the image quality is superior at their respective prices. Clear imaging helps with your diagnostic capability - that is what you are paying for - so why not get the best image on the market. The Alpinion X-CUBE range may not have the "best" fancy features like a touch screen or buttons on the transducers. What you do get is a robust, simple to use, easy to navigate, quality system. Not to mention the educational support from Physiquipe Dare I say... no brainer? DM me for more info or follow Physiquipe for updates #leadingtheway #leadingDUS #LeadingShockwave #transformingMSK #inspiringgrowth

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Ten months ago, a panel of experts met in the UK to provide updated guidance on the principles and techniques of debridement. The result is this extraordinary Journal of Wound Care (JWC) consensus document, to be published in JWC's June issue. The document proposes a new approach, integral debridement. It also categorises debridement methods, describes considerations for wound cleansing, and summarises recommendations for different tissue types. Thanks Advanced Medical Solutions , DEBx Medical , Convatec , HARTMANN GROUP , Lohmann & Rauscher and Urgo Medical for supporting this publication to optimise wound healing outcomes and improve patient care. https://lnkd.in/e2jKeg3D #debridement #woundcare #biofilm

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General surgery and Upper GI on Versius. #roboticsurgery #surgery #cirurgiarobotica #cirurgia

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Did you know that: ▶ 1 in 2 people will experience a urological condition in their lives? ▶ Over 78,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with a urology cancer every year? ▶ 54% of bladder cancer patients were unaware of the signs and symptoms before diagnosis?   September is Urology Awareness Month – raising the profile of urology diseases, including bladder cancer, kidney cancer, prostate and male reproductive cancers, and non-malignant conditions including incontinence, urinary tract infection, kidney stones and erectile dysfunction. Organised by The Urology Foundation Foundation in the UK, it will be highlighting facts and statistics around urology health to inform healthcare professionals, patients and their families, and decision makers.   We’ll be playing our part by discussing non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC), for which our HIVEC® (intravesical hyperthermic chemotherapy) treatment offers a bladder-sparing alternative to patients with high-risk NMIBC who don’t want to undergo radical cystectomy (RC) if BCG therapy fails. Watch this space!   #medicalinnovation #urologyawarenessmonth #UAM24 #urology #bladdercancer #HIVEC #CombatMedical

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Did you know that Atrial Fibrillation is the most common heart arrhythmia worldwide? It affects millions of people and can increase the risk of stroke by up to 5 times. But with proper diagnosis and treatment, it can be managed, allowing people to live full lives. This awareness month, let’s come together to learn more about hashtag#AF, its symptoms, and the importance of seeking medical advice. Watch for the signs: - Heart palpitations - Unexplained fatigue - Shortness of breath - Dizziness hashtag#AFibAwareness hashtag#HeartHealth hashtag#AtrialFibrillation hashtag#Prevention hashtag#TakeCareOfYourHeart hashtag#Medtronic hashtag#SeptemberAwareness #MedtronicEmployee

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👩‍💻🩺 Measuring Performance in Clinical Outcomes - #Anaesthetics My Clinical Outcomes Ltd are thrilled to have supported this study on the feasibility of implementing routine outcomes and experience monitoring in the peri-operative setting at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board 📈 👏 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 #PROMs #PREMs #VBHC #measurewhatmatters

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🔬 REINFORCE is a multi-centre, pan-specialty study, evaluating the introduction and scale-up of robot-assisted surgery (RAS) in the NHS. It aims to specifically assess the impact on service delivery, clinical effectiveness, budget and cost-effectiveness. Hospitals introducing or expanding their RAS programme are recruiting to the study, to compare the outcomes of RAS to conventional #surgery, including complications and recovery. It also measures how RAS impacts the staff and #surgeons, and wider hospital care. #REINFORCE https://lnkd.in/efDR9cG5

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It's great to see when a great surgical team who, following the training programme and technology protocol, allowing them to develop a day case pathway following a surgical procedure #Aquablation. 📊 Aquablation, introduced in 2015, has emerged as a groundbreaking treatment for men with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (#LUTS) due to Benign Prostatic Enlargement (#BPE). This institution’s recent implementation of Aquablation, following standardized protocols, has showcased its feasibility as a day case surgery. This minimally invasive procedure, uses real-time ultrasound and athermal water jet ablation to target the prostate, minimizing the risk of sexual dysfunction and thermal damage to delicate structures. This study involving 40 patients, Aquablation demonstrated remarkable outcomes. With an average prostate volume of 88.4 mL, 92.5% of patients were successfully treated as day cases, returning for catheter removal three days post-surgery with no significant complications or emergency re-admissions. These results align with previous trials, confirming sustained improvements in symptom relief and quality of life, while preserving sexual function. Findings underscore the potential for Aquablation to revolutionize the treatment of BPE. This technique not only enhances patient outcomes but also offers significant benefits to healthcare systems. As more institutions adopt this innovative approach, we anticipate widespread improvements in the surgical management of BPE, benefiting patients, clinicians, and the broader NHS. This study provides valuable insights into the surgical options for LUTS while offering the ability to provide a same day surgical pathway. https://lnkd.in/eksmpcaA

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