Category: Global Citizenship
Did you know that NHS Lothian has its own Interpretation & Translation Service (ITS)? The team helps connect clinicians and patients with interpreters, so language is never a barrier to healthcare.
September 29, 2023
Following the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, an NHS Lothian doctor has set his sights on distributing donations to his Eastern European counterparts. Dr Peter Cackett, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion, set about trying to gather Ophthalmic equipment and supplies that could be delivered to the country. Other organisations, along with NHS Lothian,
July 20, 2023
A world away from the problems we face in the UK, Mr Patrick Addison, Clinical Director for Plastic Surgery in NHS Lothian recently travelled to Ukraine, offering his clinical expertise to support with the development of orthoplastic services in the country.
May 2, 2023
Congratulations to Dr Kizanne James-McCarthy who recently won the Rising Star Accolade from the University of Southampton’s Inaugural Outstanding Alumni Awards.
August 2, 2022
We were pleased to welcome a delegation from Spain to the Western General Hospital today to learn about NHS Lothian’s commitment to delivering sustainable healthcare.
July 7, 2022