The Sefton Suite

03/07/2025

Just over a year ago, Liverpool University Hospitals became the first hospitals to offer pioneering robotic-assisted surgery for head and neck cancers with Intuitive’s da Vinci Single Port (SP) surgical system.

Mr Jason Fleming, Consultant ENT and Head and Neck Surgeon, had the privilege of becoming the first NHS consultant to operate the surgical system at Aintree and explained at the time,
"“Tumours of the throat (tonsils and back of tongue) are rising globally, but especially in North West England, with smoking and human papillomavirus (HPV) exposure as major causes. The Liverpool Head and Neck Centre has a long record of pioneering minimally invasive surgery, but now with the addition of the da Vinci SP, we will be able to offer the latest technology to a region with the greatest need.”

Mr Fleming is a Consultant at The Sefton Suite in Aintree and is available for appointments by contacting our team on 0151 529 6799 or by emailing info@seftonsuite.co.uk

Patients in Cheshire and Merseyside have become the first in Europe to be offered pioneering robotic-assisted surgery for head and neck cancers thanks to £1m donation from the Marina Dalglish Appeal

14/03/2025

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That means it's our chance to put in the spotlight! 🌟
Take a moment to learn the symptoms of ovarian cancer and share because the sooner it is detected, the easier it is to treat.
The symptoms of ovarian cancer include:
✔️Persistent bloating
✔️Loss of appetite or feeling full quickly
✔️Abdominal pain
✔️Needing to wee more urgently or more often than usual
If these symptoms are new, frequent and persistent, please speak to your GP

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20/02/2025

Huge congratulations to the Neck of Femur Unit and Sefton Suite at Aintree University Hospital, which have become the site’s first teams to receive Platinum ratings as part of our internal quality assessment process, called Liverpool Hospitals Quality Assessment (LQA) 🌟
This recognises departments that have held Gold ratings for three consecutive years after the quality of care they deliver has been assessed against 14 care standards, including safety, nutrition, infection control and safeguarding.
Jenny Taylor, Director of Nursing for Aintree, said: “These two teams are inspiring us all at Aintree and I want to congratulate them both on becoming the first recipients of the platinum LQA status. They both demonstrate how good leadership, effective teamwork and a focus on patient-centred care and continuous improvement helps us deliver the best experience possible for our patients.”

20/02/2025

Amazing team, congratulations!!

11/02/2025

February is 'Heart Month' in the UK.

We all need some cholesterol in our blood to stay healthy, but too much can lead to serious health problems such as heart attacks and strokes.

Cholesterol levels can be affected by several factors including lifestyle, diet, genetics and health conditions such as diabetes. Anyone can have high cholesterol, even if you are young, slim, eat well and exercise because it can be a genetic condition.

For further information please visit https://www.heartuk.org.uk/get-involved/Heart-Month-2025.

If you are concerned about any aspect of your 'heart health' please do contact us on 0151 529 6799 for an early appointment with one of our experienced specialists. www.seftonsuite.co.uk

16/01/2025

16/12/2024

All of the team at The Sefton Suite would like to wish all of our patients and staff an amazing and memorable Christmas for 2024 and a happy and healthy 2025!

09/12/2024

Professor Williams continues his great work in the North West since his move from Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital, Bangor.
His passion about providing the best possible solution and care for diabetic wound patients is second to none.

His previous work includes the development of a diabetic foot and wound service within a vascular unit which achieved global recognition, reducing major amputation rates by over 90%, to levels comparable with the very best reported in the world.

Please do ask your GP to be referred to Professor Williams at The Sefton Suite or call our team on 0151 529 6799.

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04/12/2024

Winter can feel extremely challenging to your health, below you will find some fantastic tips to aid your Winter wellness this year.

- Keep up to date with your medication. If your heart health and any other underlying conditions are well managed you are less likely to have problems when the cold weather sets in.
- Protect yourself from flu and covid. Make sure you keep up to date with any available jabs.
- Keep yourself warm. If the weather gets really cold then stay indoors but always remember to keep the body moving and keep active, it certainly boosts your energy and your mood.
- Fuel your body with healthy and tasty food. The vitamins and minerals in fruit and vegetables will help to support your immune system which in turn will assist you in fighting colds.
- Keep active. If the weather is good enough then try and get outside and walk as much as possible. If not there are plenty of exercises you can do indoors.
- Look after your mood and mental health. The lack of sunlight will mean that many of us aren't getting the right amount of vitamin D so the regular taking of vitamin D tablets would certainly assist.
- Stay in touch with your GP. If you have concerns then remember your GP will still be taking appointments over the Christmas period.

All in all do everything you can to stay well and enjoy your Christmas break.

05/11/2024

Across two sites, the main The Sefton Suite is situated at Aintree University Hospital with its incredible satellite clinic in Blundellsands, 100 yards from the closest station.

Both with amazing facilities, superb and professional consultants and first class staff, we pride ourselves on the care we provide to our patients.

Below you will find the latest patient satisfaction surveys:

Have you been treated with dignity and compassion? 96% Yes

Were staff available to talk if you had any worries or fears? 94.68% Yes

Did you feel safe on the ward? 96.90% Yes

18/10/2024

Mr Hussameddin Muntasser, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon spoke with Andy Hilbert of Dune Radio yesterday.

Specialising in glaucoma, cataract surgery and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), alongside selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT), trabeculectomy and YAG laser capsulotomy, Mr Muntasser practices privately at St Pauls Hospital. https://stpaulslaservision.co.uk/

To find out more details on Mr Muntasser please visit https://www.muntassereyeclinic.co.uk/

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We spoke to Hussam to find out more about the eye care he carries out in Liverpool

10/10/2024

The team at The Sefton Suite are nothing short of incredible.
Given the challenges over the last few years, our staff have worked tirelessly for their patients and have received some amazing feedback.
We are for sure very very lucky, thank you once again.