Kettering General Hospital

29/10/2026

Congratulations to the team KGH Radio who have raised £400 following their quiz night.

The proceeds of the quiz have been donated to Dementia UK. This will go to supporting the important local work they do for people in our county living with dementia.

You can hear KGH Radio on-line or through the smart speakers across our hospital. 📻

For more information on how they support our patients and colleagues, or how you can volunteer with them, please visit their website (Link in comments).

A lovely moment for KGH Radio! 💙

We're pleased to share that £400 from the proceeds of our recent Big Quiz Night has been donated to Dementia UK, supporting the important work they do for people and families affected by dementia.

Pictured is Penny Bell, Ambassador for Dementia UK, receiving the cheque on behalf of the charity.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the quiz, supported the event and helped make this donation possible!

And perhaps charity cheque presentations are one of the few reasons cheques still exist these days! 😄

27/10/2026

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 is 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁.

If your condition isn't life-threatening, please consider using another NHS service such as NHS 111 online, your pharmacy, GP practice or Corby Urgent Care Centre.
https://orlo.uk/nhs111_8iu5x

If you have a serious or life-threatening illness or injury, please continue to call 999 or come to the Emergency Department.

Thank you for helping us keep emergency care available for those who need it most.

27/10/2026

The testing delivered by Corby Community Diagnostic Centre and the robotic surgery delivered by Northampton General Hospital are being featured in a national campaign.

The campaign is called ‘NHS Fit for the Future’ and highlights how investment in new approaches to healthcare are improving patient care and reducing NHS waiting times.

It is being featured across a range of channels, including YouTube, social media, Google advertising and radio stations.

The filming for the Northamptonshire part of the campaign was carried out on behalf of the Cabinet Office’s New Media Unit in Corby and Northampton on September 3-4.

In Corby our Community Diagnostic Centre Programme Lead, Claire Day, and Respiratory Consultant, Tom Ward, were both interviewed and filmed on the impact of our £11.7m CDC since it opened in June 2025.

And in Northampton Mr Jamil Ahmed, UHN’s Deputy Director of Medical Education, who is also a consultant colorectal and robotic surgeon, and Surgical Care Practitioner Sathian Kizhakkinayil, were interviewed was interviewed.

Well done Claire, Tom, Jamil and Sathian for showcasing some of the incredible modernisation work being done to support our patients. For more see:
https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/news/corby-community-diagnostic-centre-and-nghs-robotic-surgery-team-feature-in-a-national-campaign-3609

26/10/2026

Do you know your normal?

This breast cancer awareness month, cancer nurse specialist, Peggy Arch, is sharing some breast cancer symptoms to look out for.

These can include:

• A lump or swelling in your breast or armpit
• Changes in size or shape
• Dimpling, puckering or skin that looks like orange peel
• A ni**le turning inwards or pointing in a different direction
• Ni**le discharge, especially if blood-stained
• Persistent breast pain or discomfort

Breasts can naturally change throughout life. Most changes do not mean cancer, but if something isn’t normal for you and you’re concerned, please contact your GP.

Watch Peggy’s video for more information and share it with anyone who might find it helpful.

25/10/2026

Thanks to the outstanding care of Mr Sunil Doshi, one patient was able to recover, get back on her feet and look forward to a special holiday with her young daughter.

Mr Doshi listened to what mattered to her and worked with surgical colleagues to arrange a keyhole procedure that would support a faster recovery. He then stayed four hours beyond the end of his shift to ensure her operation went ahead that day.

His kindness, determination and commitment gave the patient renewed hope and helped her feel healthy, happy and heard again.

Mr Doshi said: “This is the proverbial icing on the cake. We’re busy running around on the ward, but even in that situation patients pick up that we do something extra for them. It’s heartwarming”.

A wonderful example of compassionate care and the difference it can make to a patient and their family.

23/10/2026

Happy first birthday to Maggie's Northampton! 🎉

One year ago, Maggie's Northampton opened its doors in the grounds of Northampton General Hospital to provide a warm and welcoming place where people affected by cancer can find practical and emotional support.

Since then, more than 5,000 visitors have walked through those doors for advice and connection in their dedicated home-from-home environment

Liz Summers, Lead Cancer Nurse at Northampton General Hospital, said: “It has been a pleasure and privilege to work alongside Maggie’s during their first year of supporting people who are affected by cancer.

"The hospital is so proud to have a Maggie’s centre on its grounds and is constantly sharing this amazing space with patients and their families to ensure no one faces cancer alone.

"I have the honour of talking to patients every day and hear first-hand how Maggie’s is having a positive impact on their lives. Their stories are so humbling, and make you realise how vital Maggie’s is to the provision of high-quality patient-centred care. We are so thankful to have Maggie’s supporting people with cancer across Northamptonshire.”

As we celebrate this one-year milestone, we would like to thank the Maggie's team, volunteers, fundraisers, supporters and everyone who has helped make the centre such an important resource for our community.

Here's to the difference you've already made, and to many more years of supporting people living with cancer across Northamptonshire.

21/10/2026

Discover how men can stay healthy for longer at a free UHN Men’s Health and Wellbeing drop-in event in Northampton this Movember.

Speak to our specialist teams and local providers for information about prostate cancer and wider health and wellbeing support.

📅 Friday 6 November 2026
🕛 12 noon to 4pm
📍 Large Hall, Area J, Cripps Postgraduate Centre, Northampton General Hospital

Thanks to support from donors and Northamptonshire Health Charity we have invested in specialist equipment to help diagnose and treat prostate cancer, some of which will be on display during the event.

We look forward to seeing you there. Together we can stay healthy for longer.

20/10/2026

Celebrating Pharmacy Technician Day! 💊

Today we celebrate the vital contribution of our skilled pharmacy technicians who play an essential role in patient care.

The work of a pharmacy technicians is incredibly varied – including medicine procurement and supply, governance, clinical trials and dispensing chemotherapy treatments.

On wards, pharmacy technicians are a valued and essential part of our team, reviewing patients’ medication histories and identifying and resolving any issues to help ensure patients have the medicines they need.

Today is a great opportunity to recognise the knowledge, skills, dedication and professionalism pharmacy technicians bring to hospital pharmacy every single day.

Watch our video to learn more about their diverse work. https://orlo.uk/Learn_about_our_pharmacy_technicians_K9yP9

Thank you, pharmacy technicians, you are a crucial part of our team, helping to deliver the best possible patient care. 💙

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19/10/2026

A Kettering family has thanked our Play Specialist Coordinator Claire Green who worked closely with them to prepare their autistic son for surgery. 💙

Calling her ‘an absolute angel’, Claire tailored Dylan’s care by:

• Creating a personalised visual guide
• Arranging for him to see medical equipment in advance
• Sharing his communication, sensory and emotional needs with the wider team
• Providing regular family updates
• Allowing him time to process information while in hospital

As a result, the family said Dylan felt calmer and more in control - and they felt listened to and supported.

They went on to nominate Claire for a UHN Star Award which she received for her outstanding patient-centred care. Congratulations, Claire! ⭐

Read more about how Claire supported Dylan and his family: https://orlo.uk/Family_praises_absolute_angel_qiEgq

Has a member of staff, team or volunteer made a difference to your care? Nominate them for a UHN Star Award: https://orlo.uk/Nominate_someone_for_a_KGH_Star_Award_mTvl8

18/10/2026

Congratulations to Ethan from the Emergency Department at Northampton General Hospital. Ethan has been recognised for his work to improve care and experiences for patients.

Working with teams across the Emergency Department, Ethan has helped introduce new assessment units and improve how space and staffing are used to support patients through the department more effectively. These changes are helping to reduce ambulance waits, enable quicker treatment or admission, and create a safer, less crowded environment for patients and colleagues.

Ethan said: We strive to improve the patient experience as a team. It’s about how can we positively impact patient care and experience. As a department, we’ve massive strides…it’s been an absolute pleasure. The team have done an amazing job”.

Ethan received his award from Becky Taylor, UHN Director of Continuous Improvement, in recognition of his creative and courageous leadership and the positive difference he and the team continue to make for patients.