Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a National Health Service (NHS) hospital trust in Blackpool, United Kingdom. It is responsible for the management and provision of healthcare services in the region, including Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Clifton Hospital, and various community health services.

History[edit | edit source]

The Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was established in 2007, following the merger of the Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Hospitals NHS Trust and the Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Community Health Services. The trust gained teaching hospital status in 2010, reflecting its commitment to medical education and research.

Services[edit | edit source]

The trust provides a wide range of services, including emergency care, maternity services, and paediatric care. It also offers specialist services such as cardiology, neurology, and oncology.

Blackpool Victoria Hospital[edit | edit source]

Blackpool Victoria Hospital is the main hospital within the trust. It provides a full range of district general hospital services, including emergency care, surgery, maternity, and children's health.

Clifton Hospital[edit | edit source]

Clifton Hospital provides rehabilitation services and palliative care for patients with complex health needs.

Performance[edit | edit source]

The trust's performance is monitored by the Care Quality Commission, which rates it as 'Requires Improvement'. However, it has been praised for its patient safety initiatives and commitment to staff wellbeing.