Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of Yorkshire’s leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire and the surrounding areas. Hosting three main hospital sites and a number of additional services, the Trust is one of only an exclusive number of Teaching Hospitals in Yorkshire and trains 25% of all medical students in the region and 30% of all other healthcare professional students. A modern and forward-facing Trust employing over 6,600 members of staff, the hospital provides a full range of local hospital services across the following sites:

Worksop residents urged to attend vital diabetic eye screening event ⬇️People living with diabetes in Worksop are being ...
05/02/2026

Worksop residents urged to attend vital diabetic eye screening event ⬇️

People living with diabetes in Worksop are being encouraged to attend a special “Super Saturday” diabetic eye screening event, taking place at Worksop Library on Saturday 28 February, from 9.30am to 3pm.

The event is being organised by the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Diabetic Eye Screening Programme to help improve attendance among local patients who may have missed their regular appointments. More than 100 people in the area have not attended their annual screening for three years or more.

Diabetic eye screening is a free NHS service offered to people aged 12 and over who have diabetes. It checks for early signs of diabetic retinopathy - a condition that can damage the blood vessels at the back of the eye and, if left untreated, can lead to sight loss.

In the early stages, diabetic retinopathy often has no symptoms. Many people do not notice any changes to their vision until damage has already occurred. Regular screening allows problems to be detected early, when treatment is most effective.

All eligible patients will receive a yellow invitation letter with details of their appointment.

Jemima Beaumont, Failsafe and Engagement Lead for the Doncaster & Bassetlaw Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, said: “Diabetic eye screening is one of the most important ways we can protect people’s sight. It’s quick, painless, and could prevent serious vision problems in the future. We know life gets busy and appointments can be missed, which is why events like this are so important. We’d really encourage anyone who’s been putting it off to come along and get checked.”

Patients who cannot attend their allocated appointment time are encouraged not to worry. They can either contact the screening team in advance or attend on the day and be seen where possible.

People can rearrange their appointment by calling 01302 642596 or emailing dbh-tr.ddesp@nhs.net

Walk-in patients are welcome between 9.30am and 3pm, and the team will do their best to accommodate everyone.

The screening programme hopes the event will help more people access this vital service and reduce the risk of avoidable sight loss across the community.

Last year, we were delighted to partner with the wonderful people at Ziniz Restaurant & Wine Bar and Visit Bawtry as par...
05/02/2026

Last year, we were delighted to partner with the wonderful people at Ziniz Restaurant & Wine Bar and Visit Bawtry as part of our annual festive appeal, Our Shining Stars.

With their incredible support, we brought our appeal to Bawtry for the first time, taking our fundraising beyond the hospital grounds. It was amazing to be welcomed to the community and spread awareness of our charity!

We are thrilled to share that this new partnership raised over £3,000 worth of star sponsorship from Albemarle Homes, RJ Electrical & Security, Freemasons of Bawtry, Ziniz Restaurant & Wine Bar and Visit Bawtry. All funds raised from our appeal are directly reinvested into our hospitals, improving patient care, facilities and staff wellbeing.

We are extremely grateful for the opportunity to reach the wider community, and extend our heartfelt thanks to the Bawtry community and local businesses for making this possible!

Read more about Our Shining Stars 2025 here: https://dbthcharity.co.uk/local-community-pledges-a-21900-for-festive-star-campaign/

Interested in sponsoring a star for 2026? Email dbth.charity@nhs.net or call 01302 648282 for more information!

We were pleased to welcome Sally Jameson MP to DRI to see progress on our new £19.8m Department of Critical Care.The mod...
04/02/2026

We were pleased to welcome Sally Jameson MP to DRI to see progress on our new £19.8m Department of Critical Care.

The modern 22-bed unit, due for completion in 2027, will support some of our most seriously ill patients and is a key part of our long-term site redevelopment.

Read more about our investment in DRI: https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/about-us/improving-our-hospitals/

Need a pharmacy that’s open now?There are several options across Doncaster and Bassetlaw where you can access pharmacy s...
04/02/2026

Need a pharmacy that’s open now?

There are several options across Doncaster and Bassetlaw where you can access pharmacy support when you need it. You can find the full list here:
https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/extended-and-late-night-pharmacies/

If you are unsure about your condition, you can also contact NHS 111 for advice and support at any time.

Here at DBTH, we are committed to making our sites as accessible as possible. Part of this process includes improving th...
04/02/2026

Here at DBTH, we are committed to making our sites as accessible as possible. Part of this process includes improving the translation services we offer across our hospitals.

If you or a loved one has used a translation service during your care, we'd really value your input. Please share your thoughts or ideas on how we can improve by completing our short survey here: https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/share-your-opinion-on-translation-services/

The survey is also available in other formats or languages if needed. Please use the contact details at the bottom of the form to request this.

Happy Wednesday, everybody! ❤️We're kicking it off with some lovely feedback for our maternity and theatres staff at DRI...
04/02/2026

Happy Wednesday, everybody! ❤️

We're kicking it off with some lovely feedback for our maternity and theatres staff at DRI:

"I just wanted to say a huge thank you to all the staff involved in the birth of our beautiful baby girl, Elsie, who arrived on 14 January at DRI.

"From start to finish, I received amazing care. I was initially admitted to Ward M1 for an induction and was looked after by the wonderful midwives Nikita and Elle, and student midwife Rebecca — all fantastic. A special thank you to midwife Dee, whose bedside manner was exceptional. She really put me at ease, listened to me, and explained everything with such compassion, patience and kindness, despite being very busy and stretched.

"I had always hoped for a natural birth, however I ended up having an emergency C-section and our baby was delivered with the help of the lovely Alex.

"My apologies that I didn’t quite catch all of the theatre staff’s names — there were so many — but every single person I encountered spoke to me calmly and with empathy, turning what could have been a very overwhelming and scary experience into something much more calm and controlled. Your light-heartedness and warmth put me at ease and calmed my nerves no end. A special shout-out to the anaesthetist, who I think may have been called Sandeep. He spoke to me so kindly and calmly throughout and really reassured both me and my partner — I can’t thank him enough.

"Postnatally, I received the most wonderful care and support on M1/2, despite how incredibly stretched the staff are.

"Healthcare assistants Alice and Rima helped me back up on my feet on the first night when I felt rock bottom, and they both gave me amazing support and advice with breastfeeding. I will never forget their patience, empathy and kindness — thank you.

"Thank you to Bobby, the midwife who looked after me for the first two nights. Despite again being incredibly busy, she took the time to provide patient-centred care for me, Elsie and my partner when we all felt a little clueless and overwhelmed.

"Alisha, Jade and Amy were all wonderful — I can’t thank you enough.

"Lastly, midwives Ellie and Rebecca, who looked after me during my last couple of days on the ward, took the time to discuss everything in depth with me despite once again having many other patients to tend to. They answered all my questions professionally and without judgement, and really made me feel listened to and advocated for.

"Sorry if I have forgotten anyone — I blame it on sleep deprivation!

"I know you all do this day in, day out, but it was one of the scariest days of my life. However, thanks to you all, we both came home healthy and together, and I’ll never forget you. ❤️ We can’t put into words how much we appreciate all your care — you truly gave Elsie and me the best support. So once again, thank you all so much 🌸🤍"

A huge well done to all staff involved in caring for this mother and daughter - and how cute is little smiley Elsie? 🥹

Could you give a little time to make a big difference? Your local hospital is looking for volunteers 🔍We're currently re...
03/02/2026

Could you give a little time to make a big difference? Your local hospital is looking for volunteers 🔍

We're currently recruiting volunteers at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI), offering local people the chance to make a meaningful difference to patients, staff and visitors.

A range of volunteer roles are available across DRI for those who want to help support some of the most vulnerable people in the community.

The Trust is looking for caring and compassionate individuals with good communication skills and a willingness to help make patients feel welcomed and supported.

Volunteer opportunities are available in several areas, including the Emergency Department, the Discharge Lounge, Pharmacy as well as meeting and greeting patients and visitors.

Karen Jessop, Chief Nurse at DBTH, said: “Our volunteers are the heart of the Trust. They play a vital role in helping our services run smoothly and ensuring care is always delivered in a patient-first way.

“So many of our volunteers have been with us for years, for example, Margo and Yvonne, who have been the first friendly faces for many of our patients coming through our doors for over twenty years. Their commitment to our community is truly inspiring.”

Volunteers across the Trust are also recognised and celebrated each year at a festive volunteer brunch, giving them the chance to enjoy a special thank you and catch up with fellow volunteers.

For more information about becoming a volunteer at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, or to apply, visit: https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/jointheteam/ #!/job/UK/South_Yorkshire/Doncaster/Doncaster_Bassetlaw_Teaching_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Voluntary_Services/Voluntary_Services-v7760988?_ts=724

Are you pregnant and unsure which vaccinations you need?Best Start Notts have created a video to explain all you need to...
03/02/2026

Are you pregnant and unsure which vaccinations you need?

Best Start Notts have created a video to explain all you need to know about pregnancy vaccinations, why you need them, when and how to get them. You can find the video, available in different languages, here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZItlOCCIKk9AMuhFfMAdi272GAN1oUFb

Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect you and your baby from whooping cough, flu and RSV. All pregnancy vaccinations are free.

To book flu, whooping cough and RSV vaccinations, ask your midwife or contact your GP. Flu vaccinations in pregnancy are only available until end March 2026, after that they will be offered again in the autumn.

For further information, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/vaccinations/ or https://vaccineknowledge.ox.ac.uk/vaccines-in-pregnancy

Did you give birth last year? 👶You may soon receive an invitation to share your feedback on our maternity services - loo...
03/02/2026

Did you give birth last year? 👶

You may soon receive an invitation to share your feedback on our maternity services - look out for a letter or SMS from 20th April.

Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. If you are invited, please take a few minutes to let us know what we’re doing well and where we can improve.

Feline the love! 💕Our Jasper is looking very dashing over at Bassetlaw ready for Valentine's Day 😍 we're sure all the ca...
03/02/2026

Feline the love! 💕

Our Jasper is looking very dashing over at Bassetlaw ready for Valentine's Day 😍 we're sure all the cats over the rainbow bridge will be vying for his attention 🐈

If you had the pleasure of meeting our little greeter in the years gone by, leave a fond memory of him in the comments below 👇

Our Rehab 2 patients were going for Star Baker last Friday as they tried their hand at making rocky road 🍫We're hungry j...
02/02/2026

Our Rehab 2 patients were going for Star Baker last Friday as they tried their hand at making rocky road 🍫

We're hungry just thinking about it! 😍

Dani’s journey from bedbound to walking again 💙For years, illness took almost everything from Dani Hughes – her independ...
28/01/2026

Dani’s journey from bedbound to walking again 💙

For years, illness took almost everything from Dani Hughes – her independence, her career, and her confidence.

At just 26, Dani’s health declined rapidly due to a neurological condition. Within a year, she was wheelchair-bound and later diagnosed with a neurogenic bladder.

After 15 years of specialist care at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals, Dani underwent life-changing surgery earlier this year.

Today, she is learning to walk again for the first time in 13 years.

“The last time I walked was 13 years ago. It’s surreal. I never thought I’d have the chance.”

Now supported by our physiotherapy team at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Dani is rebuilding her independence – with hopes of driving and returning to work.

Her story is a powerful reminder of the difference personalised, compassionate NHS care can make.

Read more about Dani’s journey 👇
https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/news/danis-journey-from-bedbound-to-walking-again/

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