Issues with diagnostics at BHRUT - an update

The Trust has now confirmed that there has been a technical problem which has created a backlog in results, but that they are working to resolve this as quickly as possible. We have asked for a timeline and are closely monitoring the situation

BHRUT Trauma and Orthopaedics start Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU)

PIFU describes when a patient, or their carer, can initiate their follow-up appointments as and when required, e.g. when their symptoms or circumstances change.

BHRUT latest average waiting times (outpatients)

We appreciate that GPs are currently unable to see indicative waiting times for BHRUT on the e-RS system

BHRUT - Paediatric Spirometry Referrals Pathway

BHRUT Asthma CNS team currently provide this service on a technician basis with a consultant reporting on results , this is an interim measure while the CNS’ gain their accreditation and clinics are held weekly on a Friday at Queens hospital.

BHRUT - Increase CyberLab uptake in primary care

As they have now been able to resolve the previous issues, BHRUT would appreciate it if your practice would start or increase your use of Cyberlab to order pathology tests as soon as you can. Also, if you do see any future issues please contact thm us by email at bhrut.pathology.helpdesk@nhs.net

BHR - Monthly community phlebotomy pilot update - 29 October 2021

BHRUT - Implementation of a Patient Initiated Follow Up approach (PIFU)

PIFU describes when a patient, or their carer, can initiate their follow-up appointments as and when required, e.g. when their symptoms or circumstances change.

BHRUT - Urine Monovette containers for biochemistry

Urines for biochemistry testing need to be in 8.5ml Urine Monovette yellow top tube containers, not 10ml.

Join BHRUT’s virtual events and have your say on its services

BHRUT is refreshing its clinical strategy and it is crucial you have your say on what your hospitals look like now and in the future.

BHRUT - Urgent Suspected Cancer referrals

BHRUT Cancer Referral Office are asking for support from primary care with the following when completing Urgent Suspected Cancer (USC) Referrals

BHR - Nephrology Department at BHRUT is changing the way referrals are managed

With the goal of more quickly and efficiently responding to GP requests for consultant review The service you choose on eRS will change as a result.

BHR - Paediatric Cardiology BHRUT Referrals

If you have and the child is still waiting to be seen and has subsequently presented to A&E for this or a related condition? If this is the case do you feel the patient needs to be expedited based on clinical need?