Derby Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Derby Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a National Health Service (NHS) foundation trust that operates several hospitals in Derby, England. The trust was established in 2011 and provides a wide range of healthcare services to the local community and beyond.

History[edit | edit source]

The Derby Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2011, following the merger of the Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The merger was designed to improve the quality of healthcare services provided to the local community and to make the delivery of these services more efficient.

Services[edit | edit source]

The trust operates two main hospitals: the Royal Derby Hospital and the London Road Community Hospital. These hospitals offer a wide range of services, including emergency care, maternity services, paediatrics, surgery, and outpatient services. The trust also provides a number of specialist services, such as cardiology, neurology, and oncology.

Performance[edit | edit source]

The Derby Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is regularly assessed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. In its most recent inspection, the CQC rated the trust as 'Good' overall, with 'Outstanding' ratings for the effectiveness and caring nature of its services.

Research and Education[edit | edit source]

As a teaching hospital, the trust is involved in the education and training of medical students and healthcare professionals. It also conducts research into a variety of medical fields, with a particular focus on clinical trials and patient safety.

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