Chief Executive Kevin McGee issues a weekly blog to discuss his thoughts on what has been happening within the Trust and also how national or international events affect patients and staff here at BTH.
Thank you for your hard work
FIRSTLY a big thank you to all of you. I know the current situation is difficult, out of work as well as in work. I wish I could tell you when it will be end, but that is not quite...
Read MoreFocusing on transformation
HELLO everyone. Thank you all once again for your amazing efforts over the last few weeks for everything you are doing during this COVID-19 pandemic. Once again, we saw a huge show of gratitude and appreciation for all key workers...
Read MoreYou are all making a difference
I WOULD like to start my latest notes by wishing everyone a Happy Easter. If anything makes us sit and ponder about how things have changed in our lives at the moment with the Coronavirus pandemic then this weekend perhaps...
Read MoreRising to the biggest challenge
WELCOME to my latest blog which comes at the end of yet another incredible week for all of us. I am sure I am not alone in thinking that life is on hold for so many of us at the...
Read MoreA huge thank you to everyone
THE last few weeks have been extraordinary for us all. The Coronavirus pandemic has affected each and every one of us and will continue to do so for some time. I have been involved in healthcare and public services for...
Read MoreA huge thank-you for Covid-19 response
THERE is only one topic to talk about this week which is obviously Coronavirus, or COVID-19, as it is becoming more widely known. The first thing we want to do is thank every single member of staff for everything you...
Read MoreCoronavirus
CORONAVIRUS continues to monopolise the headlines in the news and we know that will continue to do so for some time. We realise this is difficult time for many. We are monitoring national guidance in real time and working with...
Read MoreWorking hard to improve patient flow
I WAS interviewed by the BBC this week in relation to the Trust’s performance into so called “trolley waits’’ which is a phrase often used to describe the wait patients have once a decision has been made to admit them...
Read MoreThe importance of being kind
THE sad death of TV personality Caroline Flack this week has sparked huge debate about values and behaviours in our society. The major thing I take from this, apart from the tragic death of a successful young woman, is the...
Read MoreShaping healthcare across the Fylde coast
ONE thing that has become clear in terms of the future of the NHS is the need for greater collaboration between organisations and service providers. As a Trust we obviously have our own vision and areas of focus but over...
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