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National update to neonatal families regarding the Thirlwall Inquiry

Following the convictions of former neonatal nurse Lucy Letby, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) announced a statutory inquiry into the events at the Countess of Chester...

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2023 CQC Adult in-patient survey results published

The 2023 Care Quality Commission (CQC) Adult in-patient survey results were published today (August 21, 2024). Over 440 patients who received care at Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH) responded...

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MKUH trials AI assistant as part of Cataract follow-up appointments

Milton Keynes University Hospital’s (MKUH) Ophthalmology department is trialling a new conversational AI assistant called Dora to streamline outpatient appointments. The aim is to reduce wait times for routine...

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Improving weather brings NHS warnings on heat and hydration

With the weather finally improving and a longer spell of hot, sunny conditions forecast, a senior local doctor has issued a warning on staying hydrated and protecting ourselves from...

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Information for patients – Outpatient appointment changes

At MKUH, we are working hard to improve our waiting times for outpatient services and bring appointments forward where possible, to ensure our longest waiting patients or those with...

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Artwork evaluation project – Let us know what you think about the arts collection at MKUH

Did you know that Milton Keynes University Hospital has the largest private art collection in the city? Evidence has shown the positive impact that arts – including paintings, photographs,...

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Patient Experience Week – 29 April – 3 May

Patient Experience Week, or Experience of Care Week, is an internationally recognised week to raise awareness about the importance of good patient experience. To showcase some of the work...

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Let us know your experiences of Maternity Services at MKUH

At Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH), we are committed to providing the highest quality maternity care for you and your baby. This month (April), the NHS is launching a...

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MKUH integrates innovative iOWNA platform into digital patient record system

Milton Keynes University Hospital has introduced new functionality that will enable patients to receive trusted guidance and education, specific to their condition, which will help them to better manage...

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New Diabetic Eye Screening Service launched across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes

From 1 April 2024, Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Milton Keynes University Hospital will be the lead providers for the Diabetic Eye Screening Programme (DESP) across Bedfordshire, Luton...

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