Luton and Dunstable University Hospital

Luton and Dunstable University Hospital Luton and Dunstable University Hospital is part of Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Frequently Asked Questions

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This is the official page for Luton and Dunstable University Hospital. You can also visit our website at www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk

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2. What can I post on the site? Please remember that Facebook is a public forum and is not the appropriate place for us to discuss specific cases or complaints. In such cases we may message you directly to inform you on how best to resolve your issue. Whilst we encourage healthy debate and appreciate that our users will have opinions on current events, we ask everyone to remember that this site has a large and diverse user base, so please be respectful when making your comments. Our Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is our dedicated department that deals with these enquiries and can be contacted via email at PALS@ldh.nhs.uk


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We may remove posts that have no connection to the Trust as this site is for local healthcare information. It is inappropriate for us to comment on or host debates about actions being undertaken by other Trusts, other professional bodies or other countries. Where possible we will try to inform a user that their post has been deleted and offer an explanation as to why. However, as this site is not run by a dedicated team, we may not always be able to do this.


4. Why do you mention the names of some patients? Patients that we name in our articles and posts have agreed and signed to do so. Each patient fills out a consent form which must be signed by them and authorised by a responsible clinician if appropriate.


5. How can I contact you if I don’t want to post my questions on here? You can contact the communications team via email at Communications@bedsft.nhs.uk. Again please note that emails are not monitored 24 hours a day cannot be used to give medical advice. Alternatively, you can contact our PALS team (patient advice and liaison service) via email at PALS@ldh.nhs.uk.


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Dr Swinson is retiring this week after 25 years of outstanding commitment to Beds & Herts Breast Screening Service and t...
30/05/2026

Dr Swinson is retiring this week after 25 years of outstanding commitment to Beds & Herts Breast Screening Service and the Breast Surgery team in Luton.

Dr Swinson trained at Oxford University, qualifying in 1973. After working in medicine and public health, she joined the Beds & Herts Breast Screening Service in 2001. She was instrumental in the development of the national breast clinician training programme which paved the way for future colleagues. Her clinical expertise, dedication to teaching and professionalism have left a lasting legacy and the team are privileged to have worked with her.

Dr Swinson’s lifelong commitment to service will continue into retirement as she joins a team of volunteers at Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care.

Mr Paul Tisi, Medical Director, said: “On behalf of the trust and her department, I would like to thank Christine for all the work she has done for breast screening and wish her a happy and fulfilling retirement.”

The Endoscopy department at the L&D is committed to providing the highest standards of patient care. To help us achieve ...
29/05/2026

The Endoscopy department at the L&D is committed to providing the highest standards of patient care. To help us achieve this, we value your feedback and invite patients and families to join our patient focus group on Thursday 25 June from 11am to 2pm at The Peter Newton Pavilion, LU5 4JU.

Refreshments will be provided with free parking available.

If you have previously used the Endoscopy service and would like to attend please email endoscopypatientfocusgroup.luton@bedsft.nhs.uk with your name and contact number and a member of the team will be in contact with you prior to the event.

For from 18 to 22 May, the dementia team at Bedfordshire Hospitals arranged a number of events to raise awareness of t...
28/05/2026

For from 18 to 22 May, the dementia team at Bedfordshire Hospitals arranged a number of events to raise awareness of the condition, learn more about the signs of dementia, and understand how early action can make a difference.

From simulation training to an informative stand to afternoon tea parties with cake, fun games, and cheerful music from local choirs, it was a wonderful week for both the patients in our care and our staff.

Thank you all to everyone who supported, and got involved!

We wish a happy Eid al-Adha to all our patients, staff and members celebrating.Eid ul-Adha marks the second Eid of the M...
27/05/2026

We wish a happy Eid al-Adha to all our patients, staff and members celebrating.

Eid ul-Adha marks the second Eid of the Muslim calendar and hope it brings peace, prosperity, and happiness to all.

Join our Cardiology teams for an informative and engaging ‘Take Care of Your Heart’ medical lecture.You will learn what ...
26/05/2026

Join our Cardiology teams for an informative and engaging ‘Take Care of Your Heart’ medical lecture.

You will learn what Cardiology is and why it’s vital to your health, with the opportunity to meet the Trust Governors. You’ll learn:

- How heart related conditions are diagnosed
- Treatment options available
- The latest advancements in cardiovascular interventions
- Practical preventative steps to keep your heart healthy

Come along with your family and friends on Monday 8 June to King’s House, 245 Ampthill Road, Bedford, MK42 9AZ. Entry begins from 5.30pm for a 6pm start and 7.30pm finish.

To register, email FTMembership@bedsft.nhs.uk or visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=jPoK32TM502flQetqp8ir4nhJEDfSgRGqBZFZoydjTZUQUpJOFlEVUM1TDE0WlFLRFBLV0JZWVo4WS4u&origin

Lisa is a Stroke Research Nurse at the L&D.“As a Stroke Research Nurse, my role delivers high-quality clinical research ...
25/05/2026

Lisa is a Stroke Research Nurse at the L&D.

“As a Stroke Research Nurse, my role delivers high-quality clinical research within stroke services and ensures stroke patients have the opportunity to participate in ethically approved studies.

“Stroke patients are provided with ongoing support throughout their research journey, ensuring safety, dignity and well-being is maintained. Clear explanations and reassurance is provided to patients who may be anxious or cognitively impaired following a stroke.

“I enjoy being part of stroke research that directly improves stroke care, translating into better treatments and outcomes and working closely with multidisciplinary teams and contributing to innovation.”

This bank holiday weekend, some NHS services may have different opening hours. If you need urgent help, access NHS 111...
25/05/2026

This bank holiday weekend, some NHS services may have different opening hours.

If you need urgent help, access NHS 111.

➡️ https://111.nhs.uk/

This , meet Yvonne, Lead Dementia Nurse Specialist. "I have worked for the NHS for 39 years, starting my career at the ...
23/05/2026

This , meet Yvonne, Lead Dementia Nurse Specialist.

"I have worked for the NHS for 39 years, starting my career at the L&D in 1986.

“My passion and interest in dementia grew when a close family member was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

"I then became the first Dementia Nurse Specialist at the L&D in 2013, and I have continued to develop dementia care services both in the hospital and local community.

"When the L&D and Bedford merged, this led to further work and alignment to ensure good practice and I now provide leadership with a team across both sites. A large part of our work is to ensure best practice on the wards, we recommend the most appropriate approaches to care planning for people living with dementia or cognitive impairment. We are a point of contact for family and carers, we’re able to offer support and signposting for both hospital patients and those in the community.

"The best part of this role is knowing I can have a positive impact on the care people living with Dementia receive while in hospital. People living with Dementia are a vulnerable group who often require advocacy and a voice in a busy and unfamiliar environment. I hope this is what we are able to offer for them during what is often a difficult time.”

We would like to wish a happy Shavuot to all our staff, patients and visitors who are celebrating.Shavuot is a Jewish fe...
22/05/2026

We would like to wish a happy Shavuot to all our staff, patients and visitors who are celebrating.

Shavuot is a Jewish festival commemorating the giving of the Bible to the children of Israel.

Today is .Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy-related condition that causes high blood pressure.Pre-eclampsia can affect any p...
22/05/2026

Today is .

Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy-related condition that causes high blood pressure.

Pre-eclampsia can affect any pregnancy and often without warning but early detection and awareness can save lives.

Early signs include high blood pressure (hypertension) and protein in your p*e. Other symptoms include a severe headache that doesn’t go away with simple painkillers, vision problems such as blurred vision or flashing lights, pain below the ribs and sudden swelling of the face, hands or feet.

Dr Phyo said: “As healthcare professionals, we see first-hand how quickly pre-eclampsia can escalate. Listening to your body and seeking care early can make all the difference.

“If you have pre-eclampsia during pregnancy, you have a higher chance of getting other conditions such as hypertension, heart attack or stroke later in life. It is therefore crucial to follow a healthy lifestyle.”

For the full list of symptoms visit: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pre-eclampsia/

Observed annually on 20 May, recognises the anniversary of James Lind’s landmark 1747 study, often regarded as one of ...
21/05/2026

Observed annually on 20 May, recognises the anniversary of James Lind’s landmark 1747 study, often regarded as one of the first controlled clinical trials. Even now the campaign continues to highlight how clinical research underpins modern medicine and improves patient care worldwide.

It is also a time to shine a light on the people behind the research; patients who volunteer, healthcare professionals who deliver studies, and researchers who design them as it’s through their combined efforts that progress continues.

In celebration, our Research and Development team at the L&D hosted a stall with information about the importance of clinical trials, a basic introduction to the phases of clinical trials, how participants are protected within their research journey, and a simple randomisation explanation via the chocolate trial.

A key focus of the campaign is to increase public understanding and participation and the team had a successful day speaking to staff, patients and visitors alike.

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