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St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group appoints new CEO
St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group (gesh) has today announced the appointment of Matthew Shaw as its new Chief Executive. Matthew joins gesh from one of the world’s leading children’s hospitals, Great Ormond Street (GOSH), where he served as medical director, before his appointment as …
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13 Nov 2025
Further strike action on the way as winter pressures start to bite
Further strike action could place an additional strain on NHS services, as hospitals gear up for a challenging week. The BMA has announced some resident doctors – formerly known as junior doctors – will strike for five consecutive days from Friday over a pay dispute with the government. Hundreds …
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13 Nov 2025
BMA industrial action, 14-19 November 2025: Information for patients
What you need to know ahead of the strike action in November.
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11 Nov 2025
TV presenter Elle Osili-Wood shares message with staff ahead of awards
Elle will present the upcoming ceremony that celebrates NHS staff.
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11 Nov 2025
Flu deaths more than doubled last year as hospitals brace for spike in infections
New analysis shows flu deaths in England more than doubled last year as hospitals brace for impact of school half-term Mum recalls her newborn being rushed to Emergency Department with virus The devastating toll of last year’s flu season is revealed as hospitals brace for a repeat this winter – …
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5 Nov 2025
CQC publishes ‘Well-Led’ report following inspection at St George’s
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) today publishes its findings from a ‘Well-Led’ inspection at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in February. The independent regulator of health and social care in England has confirmed the trust’s leadership is rated “Requires Improvement”. A spokesperson from St George’s University Hospital Trust, …
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31 Oct 2025
Group Chief Financial Officer Andrew Grimshaw to step down
Andrew Grimshaw, Group Chief Financial Officer, will be stepping down from his role in November to take up a new position at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. Andrew joined the organisation in 2017 and has played a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening its financial strategy over the …
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24 Oct 2025
Pride of Britain Awards call-up for St George’s fundraiser
St George’s Hospital Charity fundraiser George Alderman has won ITV London’s Fundraiser of the Year Award, part of the Daily Mirror Pride of Britain Awards.
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24 Oct 2025
Award-winning TV presenter to host NHS ‘Oscars’
An award-winning TV presenter will host a celebratory event honouring hard-working NHS workers. Elle Osili-Wood, who presented ITV’s coverage of the 2025 Oscars alongside Jonathan Ross, will join St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals Group for the second-ever gesh CARE Awards. The sponsored ceremony is a special ‘thank you’ …
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23 Oct 2025
Former Chief Medical Officer and leader in public sector finance appointed as new Non-Executive Directors at gesh
Two new Non-Executive Directors (NEDS) have been appointed to our Board of Directors at St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group (gesh) Dr Leonie Penna was the Chief Medical Officer at Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for 5 years and has over 20 years’ clinical …
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23 Oct 2025
24 Hours in A&E returns to St George’s Hospital
The popular TV series 24 Hours in A&E is returning to St George’s.
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17 Oct 2025
An update on pressures in our emergency departments
Our hospitals are currently very busy and we’re seeing higher numbers of people come to our emergency departments.
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16 Oct 2025
Mum who lost 13 litres of blood in life-threatening birth praises ‘incredible’ NHS teams
A mum who lost 13 litres of blood during her daughter’s birth has praised the “incredible” care teams who saved her and her baby’s life. Harriet Paget, 36, survived a rare, life-threatening pregnancy complication thanks to the quick action of staff at St George’s Hospital in Tooting, south west London …
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6 Oct 2025
Further sponsors revealed as grateful mum urges public to nominate ‘extraordinary staff’ for 2025 gesh CARE awards
Extraordinary NHS staff at St George’s, Epsom and St Helier hospitals, and in our surrounding community services, will be celebrated once again at the 2025 gesh CARE Awards – thanks to the generous support of local businesses. Their backing ensures that the awards are entirely funded, with not a penny …
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30 Sep 2025
Pelican Hotel and Residence proud to be major sponsor for 2025 gesh CARE awards
Our biggest-ever staff awards will return this December to celebrate the best of our hospital Group – thanks to major sponsor Pelican Hotel and Residence, which is part of the Yellow Brick Group. The gesh CARE Awards celebrate outstanding care, highlight staff achievements, and recognise the dedication of more than …
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26 Sep 2025