Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

08/03/2026

💜 Happy International Women’s Day 💜

This year’s theme, , is all about taking action and recognising the amazing women who make a difference every day.

We have over 23,000 women working across our services, delivering care, leading teams, supporting colleagues, and driving improvement.

Over the past year, we’ve had the pleasure of sharing stories and achievements from many women across our trust. We're revisiting them today as a reminder of the difference our colleagues make every day.

06/03/2026

Take a look at how surgeons train in robotics....🤖

We've been taking part in Shelford's Surgical Training in Advanced Robotic Technology (START) programme. It provides an opportunity for surgical trainees to develop their skills, knowledge and expertise across various robot-assisted surgical systems at our Manchester Surgical Skills and Simulation Centre- MSSSC

Our Joint Chief Medical Officer, Matt Makin, said: "Performing surgery with robotics is the future of how we deliver healthcare across the NHS as it makes operations less invasive and helps to support faster recovery times in patients. As the largest NHS Trust in the country, it is important that we continue to invest in the education of our colleagues so they can develop and in turn improve the outcomes of our patients”.

05/03/2026

Our Manchester Foundation Trust Charity has launched a new raffle featuring amazing prizes donated by Manchester United and Manchester City! ⚽

Prizes include a signed match-worn Bruno Fernandes shirt and a 2025/26 City squad-signed shirt.

Tickets are just £5 each, and you can buy up to 20 per draw. You must be 18 or over to enter, and the raffle will close on Sunday 29th March.

All proceeds from the draws will go to our Charity's MediCinema Appeal, which will bring the magic of cinema to patients in our hospitals. 🎞️

Explore the prizes and get your tickets here: https://app.galabid.com/manchester-foundatio/items

04/03/2026

After completing chemotherapy for lymphoma, Tony returned to our Haematology Day Unit at Wythenshawe Hospital - not for any more treatment, but to give something back 🎵

He brought his guitar and performed to the unit, welcoming requests and providing some much-needed distraction for patients during a difficult time in their lives. Tony wanted to thank the team for the high-quality, compassionate care he received from our colleagues throughout his treatment.

Thank you Tony, for sharing your music with us 💙

04/03/2026

No Smoking Day is only a week away!

Plan ahead with a free Personal Quit Plan - it’ll recommend the right help so you can quit smoking for good. 💪

https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/personal-quit-plan/

03/03/2026

Manchester’s cost of living advice line can help you find the support you need, from managing bills to getting online with social tariffs and free data sims.

📞Call 0800 023 2692

Find out more at manchester.gov.uk/coladvice

01/03/2026

Wythenshawe Hospital has opened a new Hindu Sanaatan Mandir - a dedicated space for colleagues, patients and visitors to pray, meditate and reflect. 🧡

Created through an incredible community effort led by our Hindu Staff Support Group and supported by our Chaplaincy team, the space was inaugurated on Maha Shivratri, bringing together more than 100 people from Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Sikh communities.

Trust Chair Kathy Cowell and Chief People Officer Meera Nair joined the celebration of unity, culture and shared purpose. The event featured prayers, mantras, music and contributions from colleagues, volunteers and community members.

27/02/2026

This LGBTQ+ History Month, we launched our ‘More Than Just a Rainbow Badge’ programme 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

This programme builds on the NHS Rainbow Badge initiative with a clearer, more ambitious vision. At the official launch event, Meera Nair, Chief People Officer, spoke inspiringly about why visible allyship matters in modern, inclusive healthcare, reinforcing our commitment to making our trust a place where LGBTQ+ patients and colleagues feel safe, respected and supported.

Thank you to our brilliant LGBTQ+ Staff Network, who are leading this work. 🩵

26/02/2026

25/02/2026

A new Parkinson's treatment we're using is helping bring symptoms under control 📰

People with Parkinson's can struggle with their mobility and simple activities, such as doing up buttons. Although many people manage well with tablets, some people have complications from tablets, or absorption issues, meaning alternative means of managing the condition are required.

While infusion therapies in Parkinson's have been used locally for some time, a new injectable treatable known as Produodopa has been introduced this month at the Buccleuch Lodge at Withington Hospital. This infusion is much closer to standard Parkinson's tablets and delivered over 24 hours. The continuous delivery helps manage fluctuations in a person's condition and in particular is expected to help with overnight symptoms.

Mr Riley was one of the patients started on treatment in January. He, along with his family and friends, have found the new treatment transformative - noting that he's been able to walk to the shops and even play his guitar.

We wish Mr Riley all the best through his continued treatment 💙

24/02/2026

For advice about paying bills, food support near you or keeping warm and well this winter, you can call Manchester’s free cost of living advice line.

Call: 0800 023 2692
Text: 07860 022 876

Find out more: manchester.gov.uk/coladvice

20/02/2026

Well done to one of our apprentices, Rebecca Thornley, who recently won Building Services Apprentice of the Year at Salford City College Group annual awards 🏆

Rebecca in is the third year of her Building Services Apprenticeship and she’s completing all her required portfolio units ahead of schedule, including advanced inspection and testing - work normally delivered in year four 💪 Her college work has been recognised as an exemplary standard for other apprentices, and she is on track to complete her apprenticeship earlier than expected 👏

Rebecca is a really valued member of the team and judges were impressed with how she's shown outstanding dedication and professionalism throughout her apprenticeship. From day one, her positive attitude and eagerness to learn have accelerated her understanding of engineering within the healthcare sector. She consistently goes above and beyond on site, at college, and across Trust maintenance teams, receiving exceptional feedback from colleagues and contractors 💙

Did you know...
🌟We currently employ 583 staff who are completing a range of apprenticeships, from Pharmacy Services Assistant (level 2), Data Analyst (level 4) to Chartered Manager (level 6).
🌟In the last 12 months, 195 employees have successfully completed an Apprenticeship programme with us.