Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a National Health Service (NHS) foundation trust that operates several hospitals in the Essex region of England. The trust was established in 2004 and provides a wide range of acute medical services to the local population.

History[edit | edit source]

The Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was established in 2004, following the merger of Basildon Hospital and Thurrock Hospital. The trust was granted university hospital status in 2014, reflecting its commitment to teaching and research.

Services[edit | edit source]

The trust provides a wide range of acute medical services, including emergency medicine, surgery, maternity care, and paediatrics. It also offers specialist services in cardiology, neurology, and oncology.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The trust operates three main hospitals:

Basildon University Hospital, which is the trust's main site and provides a full range of services.
Orsett Hospital, which provides outpatient and diagnostic services.
Thurrock Community Hospital, which provides a range of community health services.

Performance[edit | edit source]

The trust has been rated as 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. The CQC praised the trust for its effective, caring, and responsive services.

Research and Education[edit | edit source]

The trust has a strong commitment to medical research and education. It is affiliated with the University of Essex and the Anglia Ruskin University, and offers training placements for medical students and junior doctors.