News

2 October 2026

Our Vascular Access Team receives national recognition for Champions of Change programme

Our Vascular Access Team has received national recognition after its VAD ‘Champions of Change’ Programme was selected for poster presentation at the National Infusion and Vascular Access Society (NIVAS) Conference. The poster, ‘Standardising Excellence in Vascular Access Through Shared Standards, Shared Responsibility and Shared Safety Across Acute and Community Services’, showcased the trust’s innovative approach…

1 October 2026

Operational Excellence Project Wins National Award

We were delighted share that we won an award at this year’s Operational Excellence Awards UK for a project developed through our Operational Excellence Programme! What is the project? Led by the leadership and culture team, matrons from outpatient services across the trust identified an issue that was affecting both operational performance and financial sustainability: the…

30 September 2026

Recognising Exceptional Leadership in Maternity Services

Three senior leaders from our maternity service have been recognised with the prestigious Cavell Star Award, celebrating their exceptional leadership, compassion and dedication during a prolonged period of significant staffing challenges. Alice, Sam and Claire received the award in recognition of the outstanding support they provided to colleagues while helping to maintain safe, high-quality care…

30 September 2026

Professor Scarlett McNally Awarded Honorary Fellowship

We’d like to congratulate Professor Scarlett McNally, who has worked as a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at the trust since 2002, on being awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the Royal College of Anaesthetists. Given for ‘sustained and significant contributions to the practice of anaesthesia at an internationally active level’, Honorary Fellowships are a rare honour (only…

22 September 2026

ESHT Quality Account 2026/2027 – Have your say!

Do you have a quality improvement idea that you feel should be prioritised in the year ahead that is linked to the patient safety, experience or clinical effectiveness domains? If you are a member of staff, have you recently noticed any Patient Safety or Experience issues or trends recently within your Service area that you…

18 September 2026

Trust Awards 2026: An evening of celebration, recognition and pride

Colleagues, volunteers, partners and guests came together last night for a memorable evening of celebration at our annual Trust Awards, recognising the outstanding individuals and teams who make a difference every day across our trust. The awards are one of the highlights of the year, providing an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the dedication,…

16 September 2026

Rehabilitation Awareness Week 2026

Why Rehab Can’t Wait This week marks Rehabilitation Awareness Week, providing an opportunity to celebrate the life-changing impact rehabilitation has on our patients and recognise the vital work of rehabilitation teams across East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. This year’s national theme, “Rehab Can’t Wait” led by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, highlights the importance of…

14 September 2026

Care Without Carbon team shortlisted in HSJ Awards

We are delighted that our Care Without Carbon programme, in partnership with Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust, has been recognised in the ‘Toward Net Zero’ category in this years’ HSJ awards. The CWC team are now invited to present to a panel of HSJ judges on 8 October. The programme is our approach to delivering…

9 September 2026

Come along to our Annual General Meeting 2026

We are holding our annual general meeting on Tuesday 15 September at The Relais Cooden Beach, Bexhill-on-Sea. It is your chance to find out more about your local NHS trust, ask questions and hear about future plans. Steve Phoenix, Chairman of East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust said: “We would always encourage people to come along…

26 August 2026

Local Couple’s Fundraising Tribute Supports Families Experiencing Baby Loss

Local couple from Bexhill have raised an incredible £7,225 for the Conquest Hospital Maternity Bereavement Team in memory of their twin babies, Lily-Rose and Leo Alexander. Millie Piper and Fin Hendley organised a series of fundraising events following the loss of their twins earlier this year, with all proceeds going towards supporting the maternity bereavement…