Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

03/09/2025

Did you know we run a Keratoconus Support Group, the only one of its kind in the South East for people with this eye condition? If you have Keratoconus or know someone who does you’re welcome to join. The group are meeting virtually next Tuesday (9 September) from 6.30 – 8pm on Microsoft Teams.

Keratoconus is where the normally round dome-shaped clear window of the eye (cornea) progressively thins, causing a cone-like bulge to develop, and our support group is a chance to meet others with the condition and hear from a guest speaker.

You don’t have to be a QVH patient to attend, it is open to anyone with the condition or an interest in knowing more. If you’d like to come please call 01342 414569 or email qvh.corneoinfo@nhs.net for the joining information. You are welcome to join with a friend or relative if you wish to do so.

The group is run in association with the Keratoconus Group.



Moatfield Surgery Keratoconus Group NHS Sussex Ifield Medical Practice Age UK East Grinstead & District

22/08/2025

Our friends at NHS England have created a helpful guide to pharmacies that are open over the August Bank Holiday weekend, which you can find here: https://www.england.nhs.uk/.../pharmacy-opening-hours/ 🧑‍⚕️💊

For any minor Bank Holiday mishaps, our Minor Injuries Unit is open 8am – 8pm every day, including Bank Holiday Monday. We are here to help with any non-emergency care – please refer to our website to check if we can help you: https://www.qvh.nhs.uk/our-services/minor-injuries-unit/ 🏥

NHS Sussex

21/08/2025

Congratulations to everyone receiving results today – we hope you got the grades you were aiming for. 🎉

As many young people take their next steps into further education, apprenticeships or careers, it’s exciting to think that some could form part of in years to come.

We wish you the best of luck in whatever you do next!

15/08/2025

We would like to wish our Patron, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, a very happy birthday today! 🥳

Here’s a photo of Her Royal Highness from when she visited to open our new operating theatres in 2013.

15/08/2025

On the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, we are taking time to remember all those who fought for our freedom and to end the Second World War.

80th Anniversary of VJ Day 15th August

15/08/2025

Unfortunately our Spitfire Restaurant will be closed tomorrow (Saturday 16 August). Don’t worry because our Hurricane Café will be open 9am–4pm selling a selection of sandwiches, cakes and hot drinks.

We also have vending machines in the Lancaster Lounge (Location 14, near Canadian Wing), in the main corridor by the cash machine and by Main Theatres reception (opposite Location 60) for snacks and drinks.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for bearing with us.

14/08/2025

Congratulations to everyone who received their results today - we hope you got the grades you were aiming for. 🎉

It's exciting to think that some of you reading this may even be future members of - we look forward to working with you in years to come!

13/08/2025

As high temperatures are forecast across the South East over the next few days, if you are coming to QVH for an appointment, please bring a bottle of water with you and dress in cool / light cotton clothing. ☀️

If you feel unwell due to the heat please let the team know.

Feeling the heat? NHS England has put together some helpful advice for coping with hot weather: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

08/08/2025

Are you looking for a new nursing opportunity in Critical Care, or know someone that might be? 🧑‍⚕️💙

We are looking for a Senior Staff Nurse to join the friendly team in our Critical Care Unit – a 5-bedded unit that cares for a variety of different specialities, including reconstructive surgery and maxillofacial trauma. You must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Critical Care and completed the critical care course.

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please send your application in via our website: http://jobs.qvh.nhs.uk/ #!/job/UK/West_Sussex/East_Grinstead/Queen_Victoria_Hospital_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Nursing/Nursing-v7333798?_ts=120

If you have any queries or would like an informal visit, please contact Kirstie, our CCU Manager, on 01342 414176. 🏥

NHS Sussex

07/08/2025

Last weekend, we joined our friends at NHS Sussex to take part in the Brighton Pride parade, along with other NHS colleagues. 🏳️‍🌈

We were proud to see our Trust’s banner displayed on the side of the Pride bus to show support for our LGBTQIA+ colleagues, patients and wider community.

Sacha, one of our colleagues who attended, said: “Pride is a celebration of courage, identity and belonging, and by standing together at these events, we make it clear that every person at QVH deserves to feel seen, supported and proud of who they are.” 💙

01/08/2025

We’re delighted to share with you the news that our cancer patients have said the care they received at our hospital is some of the best in the country! 🎗️

This is according to the latest National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2024 just published, which asked for feedback relating to the cancer care provided at 131 trusts including us. In a question asking if they felt they were always involved in decisions about their care and treatment whilst in hospital, 97% agreed compared to a national average of 71%!
A huge thank you to all of our staff for their commitment and dedication, and also to our patients who took the time to share their feedback with us. 💙

You can read more on our website: https://www.qvh.nhs.uk/2025/07/cancer-care-at-queen-victoria-hospital-is-amongst-the-best-in-the-country/

25/07/2025

Unfortunately our Spitfire Restaurant will be closed tomorrow (Saturday 26 July). Don’t worry because our Hurricane Café will be open 9am–4pm selling a selection of sandwiches, cakes and hot drinks.
We also have vending machines in the Lancaster Lounge (Location 14, near Canadian Wing), in the main corridor by the cash machine and by Main Theatres reception (opposite Location 60) for snacks and drinks.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for bearing with us.