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BBC News
21-07-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Oswestry hospital scheme aims to reduce surgery cancellations
A new initiative launched at a Shropshire hospital aims to reduce cancellations and improve recovery by the pre-operative assessment team at the The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in Oswestry, it aims to identify and address health risks as early as listed for inpatient surgery will be invited to a dedicated health screening clinic."By identifying health risks early and supporting patients to optimise their health before surgery, we can reduce the risk of last-minute cancellations and help patients recover more quickly and safely after their procedures," said Lisa Davies-Jones, the assessment unit manager. "This is about delivering the best possible outcomes for our patients – taking a proactive approach to their care and ensuring they're in the best shape for surgery."The process begins when patients listed for surgery complete a digital health then carry out relevant tests - including blood iron levels, pulse and an MRSA screening. Some also have further tests like ECGs or diabetes this, a support pathway is determined, which can include things like advice on quitting smoking or mental wellbeing, which improve outcomes after hospital said that previously, patients would have a full pre-operative assessment only to be told to make lifestyle changes, which resulted in delays or cancellations."By introducing health screening earlier, the trust is able to intervene sooner and put patients on the right optimisation pathway, meaning fewer repeat appointments and fewer disrupted theatre schedules," it said. Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
BBC News
11-07-2025
- General
- BBC News
Oswestry D-Day veteran celebrates 106th birthday
A D-Day veteran from Oswestry has celebrated his 106th Cole served for five years in the Royal Air Force sea rescue - starting in worked 40-hour shifts and assisted in the Dunkirk evacuations, D-Day and VE celebration was held at the social cafe inside the veterans' orthopaedic centre at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital. Despite his years flying over the sea and rescuing soldiers, Mr Cole could never his military career, he began teaching at Oswestry Church of England School, and specialised in helping children with special educational needs to asked the secret to his long life, Mr Cole said it was down to his "misspent youth."Lt Col Carl Meyer, clinical lead for the veteran's orthopaedic service, said it was an honour to celebrate the occasion."He's an incredible man with a remarkable story, and we were proud to host an event that brought together so many people to recognise his life and service."Events like this remind us of the importance of community, connection, and celebrating the contributions of our veterans." Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
