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Chesterfield Hospital voted among top in the country - Wednesday 13 July 2011
Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre has been rated among the top ten patient-recommended hospitals in the country.
Stubborn over-sixties urged not to suffer in silence - Tuesday 5 July 2011
The UK’s growing over-60s population is set to spark an increase in joint pain management and surgery because they are reluctant to seek treatment for minor problems.
Job Fair Highlights Healthcare Opportunities - Friday 13 May 2011
A Portsmouth NHS Treatment Centre is giving people considering a career in healthcare a chance to find out about opportunities in the city and across the UK.
Walk-in X-ray service launched for Leeds & Bradford patients - Tuesday 22 March 2011
Patients in the Leeds and Bradford area are benefiting from quicker diagnosis and treatments, thanks to a new NHS walk-in x-ray clinic.
Care UK pilots education and expertise “passport” for its healthcare workforce - Friday 25 February 2011
Care UK has been chosen by Skills for Health, the sector skills council for the UK, as the first independent healthcare provider to pilot a “Skills Passport” with clinical staff.
Treatment Centre supports Dignity Action Day - Wednesday 23 February 2011
Staff and patients at Care UK’s Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre are gearing up to take part in this year’s national ‘Dignity Action Day’ on Friday 25th February – a day that brings staff and members of the public together to raise awareness of dignity and respect in healthcare.
Care UK celebrates best performing healthcare professionals with patient care awards - Monday 21 February 2011
Care UK has recognised its best performing independent healthcare professionals at an annual awards ceremony.
Hospital food has never tasted so good - Friday 4 February 2011
Care UK has consistently earned praise from patients for quality of service at NHS Treatment Centres that it runs on behalf of the NHS, and now the meals served at those hospitals are also winning plaudits.
Care UK calls for Government debate to focus on benefits that can come from more integrated health and social care. - Monday 31 January 2011
As the Health and Social Care Bill receives its second reading, Care UK is calling on politicians to maximise the opportunities offered by greater integration of health and social care.
Care UK to offer GP consortia support with hospital scanning services closer to home. - Friday 14 January 2011
Care UK has expanded its capability to provide flexible, locally-delivered and cost effective imaging services to GP consortia through the acquisition of an 80% stake in SMI Ltd (Specialist Medical Imaging).
Essential care that continues at Christmas - Thursday 23 December 2010
As most of us are sitting down to turkey and sprouts, or watching the Queen’s Speech, an army of Care UK staff will be making sure that some of the most frail, isolated and vulnerable people in our communities receive essential care this Christmas.
Treatment Centre staff munch cup cakes to raise money for cancer charity - Tuesday 30 November 2010
Staff at the Care UK run Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre have raised more than £600 for cancer charity Macmillan by holding a coffee morning at the Centre at Maidstone Hospital.
Former patients return to celebrate Treatment Centre’s fourth anniversary - Tuesday 16 November 2010
It was a prescription of flowers and chocolates as the Mid Kent NHS Treatment at Maidstone Hospital celebrated its fourth anniversary by welcoming back former patients.
Patients’ right to choose promoted in new campaign - Tuesday 26 October 2010
Patients in Greater Manchester are being reminded about their right to choose where they receive treatment through a new campaign launched in the region.
Patient praises local healthcare service at Eccleshill - Tuesday 26 October 2010
A 77-year-old lady from Leeds is encouraging people in Bradford and Leeds to take advantage of a local NHS treatment centre after she received first-class care.
Southampton Treatment Centre celebrates 2nd Birthday - Tuesday 26 October 2010
Southampton NHS Treatment Centre celebrated its 2nd Birthday on Thursday 21st October, with an all day event for patients, staff and representatives from partner organisations.
Operatics singing praises at NHS Centre Open Day - Monday 27 September 2010
One of the UK’s leading NHS specialist orthopaedic centres is set to hold another fantastic Open Day. Following the overwhelming success of the last Open Day in spring, which saw more than 500 past and prospective patients, members of the public and local MP’s attend, Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre has decided to throw its doors open once again.
75-year-old patient praises Eccleshill treatment centre - Monday 20 September 2010
An Eccleshill patient has praised his local NHS treatment centre after receiving excellent care during a simple operation for a condition he had suffered with for a number of years.
One-stop day surgery service launched at Eccleshill treatment centre - Monday 20 September 2010
Eccleshill NHS Treatment Centre has relaunched its day surgery and will now offer a new one stop service, helping to reduce waiting times and improve the patient experience.
NHS Trust Chief Executive to join Care UK - Thursday 16 September 2010
Care UK, the UK’s largest independent provider of healthcare services to the NHS, has made an important new appointment to its healthcare leadership team.
Care UK Takes Over Running of Treatment Centre serving Bradford and Leeds NHS Patients - Thursday 22 July 2010
Following the announcement by NHS Bradford & Airedale on 3 June regarding Eccleshill NHS Treatment Centre, Care UK is pleased to confirm it has taken over the running of the centre.
Public and patient advice available at Sussex Treatment Centre for Falls Awareness Week - Friday 18 June 2010
Staff from the Care UK-run Sussex Orthopaedic NHS Treatment Centre in Haywards Heath will be on hand to offer advice to patients and the public during Age Concern’s Falls Awareness Week (21-25 June 2010).
New Direct Access service for hernia patients in West Kent - Wednesday 16 June 2010
A new service that will give hernia patients a quicker and more direct route to treatment is getting underway at the Care UK run Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre, at Maidstone Hospital on 16 June.
Care UK demonstrates its commitment to the NHS - Friday 4 June 2010
In a clear demonstration of its commitment to the NHS and to patient choice, Care UK has announced today that it has secured approval to provide services for NHS patients at 3 separate sites.
Gillingham Treatment Centre achieves full endoscopy accreditation - Friday 4 June 2010
The Care UK run Will Adams NHS Treatment Centre, in Gillingham, has been awarded a full and unconditional pass for the quality of its Endoscopy service
Care UK gets Jeanette back in the books - Friday 21 May 2010
“I can honestly say the treatment I received has changed my life. I’d recommend their treatment to anyone!”
‘Top nurse’ crowned at top rated hospital - Wednesday 12 May 2010
There was no need for delays or coalition negotiations at Care UK’s Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre this week after votes to find the centre’s top nurse were counted.
One thousand up as Gillingham Treatment Centre celebrates a year of cataract operations - Thursday 6 May 2010
Patients and Optometrists from around Kent joined staff at the Care UK run Will Adams NHS Treatment Centre, in Gillingham, to celebrate the first anniversary of providing cataract surgery.
Lincoln lady knee’ds your help - Wednesday 28 April 2010
Expert knee surgery from Care UK’s Barlborough NHS treatment centre has made it possible for a Lincoln lady to attempt a mammoth 260 mile cycle ride across part of China in order to raise money for a national children’s charity.
Patients see their wish come true at Barlborough - Thursday 15 April 2010
Patients concerned about the availability of one of the regions best-loved hospitals will be celebrating the news that Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre will continue to carry out operations this year.
Southampton Treatment Centre operates on 10,000th patient - Wednesday 31 March 2010
Southampton NHS Treatment Centre, which Care UK runs on behalf of the NHS, has operated on its 10,000th patient, Ben Marshall from Millbrook in Southampton.
Sussex Treatment Centre gets Jean back to her bird watching exploits again - Monday 29 March 2010
A Haywards Heath woman has been able to resume her hobbies of bird watching and gardening again thanks to two knee replacement operations at the Care UK run Sussex Orthopaedic NHS Treatment Centre, in the town.
Barlborough Open Day sees astounding number attend - Wednesday 24 March 2010
Organisers of the Trent region’s most unusual day out were completely bowled over by the number of people who came along to the first-ever open day at Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre last Sunday.
Patients praise North East London NHS Treatment Centre - Wednesday 17 March 2010
The North East London NHS Treatment Centre in Ilford, run by Care UK on behalf of the NHS, has received another excellent satisfaction survey from its patients and has again consistently matched or outperformed the top 20 per cent of all acute NHS trusts in the UK.
Barlborough’s 20,000th patient getting ready for salsa classes - Friday 5 March 2010
Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre has welcomed the 20,000th patient through its doors. Melody Austin, a retired day services manager from Derby, was presented with a fabulous hamper of goodies by Graeme Kendall, the Centre manager following her post operative assessment.
Excellent patient satisfaction results for Barlborough - Tuesday 2 March 2010
Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre, run by Care UK under contract to the NHS, has received another excellent satisfaction survey from its patients and has again consistently matched or outperformed the top 20 per cent of all acute NHS trusts in the UK.
Healthcare Regulator and Patients Give Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre Top Marks - Thursday 25 February 2010
The Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre (MKTC) in Maidstone, run by Care UK on behalf of the NHS, has received confirmation of its reputation for excellence with exemplary reports from the healthcare regulator, and excellent feedback from its patients.
Dignity Action Day - 25th Feb 2010 - Wednesday 24 February 2010
Care UK staff and the people we care for and support are working together to help to promote the Department of Health’s Dignity Action Day on Thursday 25th February.
'I have nothing but the highest praise" - Patients give top marks to Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre - Wednesday 17 February 2010
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre in Plymouth, run by Care UK on behalf of the NHS, has received another excellent satisfaction survey from its patients and has again consistently matched or outperformed the top 20 per cent of all acute NHS trusts in the UK
Hospital prepares to celebrate its 20,000th patient - Wednesday 17 February 2010
Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre will soon be welcoming its 20,000th patient through its doors. The hospital, which has been open for five years, provides high quality specialist orthopaedic care for the people of South Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Lincolnshire.
Care UK announces readmission rates of less than a third compared to the national average - Tuesday 16 February 2010
With readmission rates of only 1 to 2%, Care UK’s NHS independent sector treatment centres are once again demonstrating that they are a huge success story for the NHS.
Sussex Treatment Centre gets Michael Back on his Bike Again - Thursday 11 February 2010
A seventy year old Ardingly man is back in the saddle again riding his bicycle to maintain his fitness thanks to a knee replacement operation at the Care UK run Sussex Orthopaedic NHS Treatment Centre, at Haywards Heath.
NHS Patients flexing their right to choose - Thursday 4 February 2010
‘About as surprising as snow in January’ is how Grant Rex, Care UK’s Managing Director of Secondary Care has described a new report from the Department of Health that shows the number of patients choosing independent sector treatment centres or hospitals for their NHS treatment has grown dramatically just 18 months. In the East Midlands almost one in ten NHS appointments are for these independently run hospitals.
Care UK shortlisted for a new contract in Cambridgeshire. - Tuesday 12 January 2010
Care UK is one of just six organisations which have been shortlisted in the bid to help run Hinchingbrooke Health Care NHS Trust in Cambridgeshire.
Care UK welcomes Civitas report Markets in healthcare - Friday 18 December 2009
Martin Kirkup of Care UK, the largest independent provider of healthcare to the NHS, said: “Civitas are absolutely right to warn of the dangers of pulling back from reform. In tough economic times increased efficiencies and value for money are vital to keep the NHS improving and meeting public expectations. In recent years the introduction of competition has done exactly that while giving patients much needed choice and also helping the NHS to dramatically cut waiting times. I believe that the Government should be looking to accelerate this activity.”
Treatment Centre celebrates 3rd anniversary with high marks from patients - Friday 6 November 2009
The Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre, run by Care UK at Maidstone Hospital, is celebrating its third anniversary with the news that patients rate the service provided very highly.
Demand for treatment at local NHS hospital up by more than a half - Thursday 5 November 2009
The number of patients choosing to have their operations at Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre has increased by 57% following the introduction of a new booking system.
Cancer treatment in Kent improving to give better hope to patients - Wednesday 4 November 2009
A leading clinician believes the future for cancer patients in Kent is looking positive with better and faster access to treatment.
Health & Safety Achievement for Care UK - Monday 19 October 2009
The Secondary Care Division of Care UK, which operates 10 independent sector treatment centres (ISTCs) across the UK, has become one of just a handful of healthcare businesses to achieve Accredited Training Provider status from the Institution of Occupational Health and Safety (IOHS).
Treatment Centre Scores Well On Environment Assessment - Tuesday 13 October 2009
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre run by Care UK in Plymouth has scored well on the NHS Patient Environment Action Team (PEAT) programme assessment of its services.
Praise from patients for Southampton NHS Treatment Centre - Monday 28 September 2009
Patients treated at the new Southampton NHS Treatment Centre, run by Care UK at the Royal South Hants Hospital, have praised their treatment there.
Patients Give Top Marks To Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre - Friday 18 September 2009
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre in Plymouth has received another excellent satisfaction survey from its patients and has again consistently matched or outperformed the top 20 per cent of all acute NHS trusts in the UK.
North East London NHS Treatment Centre gets high marks from Patients - Tuesday 15 September 2009
The North East London NHS Treatment Centre, run by Care UK in Ilford, has been rated very highly by its patients. The latest patient survey results from an independent audit carried out for the Department of Health show that patients gave the service top marks on numerous measures including: overall performance; how they were treated; cleanliness; and the performance of staff.
Patients give top marks to local Treatment Centre - Thursday 30 July 2009
New statistics show that patients treated at Will Adams NHS Treatment Centre run by Care UK in Gillingham, rate the service very highly. The latest patient survey results from an independent audit carried out for the Department of Health show that patients gave the service top marks on numerous measures including: overall performance, how they are treated, cleanliness and the performance of staff.
Patients give top marks to local treatment centre - Wednesday 22 July 2009
New statistics show that patients treated at the Care UK Mid-Kent NHS Treatment Centre in Maidstone rate the service very highly. The patient survey results from independent audits carried out for the Department of Health show that patients gave the service top marks on numerous measures including: overall performance, how they are treated, cleanliness and the performance of staff.
New Orthopaedic Outpatient Clinic for Cornwall - Friday 10 July 2009
A new clinic now open at St Austell Community Hospital, will offer convenient consultations closer to home for people living in Cornwall needing orthopaedic surgery.
Former patients return to perform official opening of NHS Southampton Treatment Centre - Wednesday 8 July 2009
Three of the first patients to be treated at Southampton’s new NHS Treatment Centre, run by Care UK, returned to perform the official opening ceremony on Friday July 3 2009.
Patients give top marks to local Treatment Centre - Tuesday 7 July 2009
New statistics show that patients treated at the Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre, run by Care UK in Plymouth rate the service very highly. The latest patient survey results from an independent audit carried out for the Department of Health show that patients gave the service top marks on numerous measures including: overall performance, how they are treated, cleanliness and the performance of staff.
Care Quality Commission gives Sussex Orthopaedic NHS Treatment Centre full marks in latest inspection - Monday 6 July 2009
Sussex Orthopaedic NHS Treatment Centre at Haywards Heath, run by independent provider Care UK on behalf of the NHS, has received a very positive report following an inspection by the Care Quality Commission.
Patients give top marks to local treatment centre - Tuesday 16 June 2009
New statistics show that patients treated at the Southampton NHS Treatment Centre rate the service very highly. The Centre has been open since October last year and the first patient survey results from an independent audit carried out for the Department of Health show that patients gave the service top marks on numerous measures including: overall performance, how they are treated and cleanliness.
First Patient Treated at New Cataracts Service at Will Adams NHS Treatment Centre - Thursday 23 April 2009
The first patient has been treated by the new cataract service at the Will Adams NHS Treatment Centre.
Gynaecology event a success! - Saturday 4 April 2009
The Southampton Women’s Forum Health and Wellbeing Day held at St Marys Leisure Centre in Southampton has been hailed a success.
New Cataract Service to launch at Will Adams NHS Treatment Centre - Thursday 19 March 2009
A new cataract service at the Will Adams NHS Treatment Centre in Gillingham has started taking referrals this week. The service, run by Care UK on behalf of the NHS, will mean that patients have a choice to be seen locally in the Medway Towns for their procedure.
Health Minister visits top NHS Treatment Centre run by Care UK - Monday 19 January 2009
Ben Bradshaw MP, Health Minister and Minister for the South West, has today visited the Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre to congratulate staff after it came top in a national league table of independent sector treatment centres.
St Mary’s NHS Treatment Centre welcomes John Utaka - Thursday 6 November 2008
John Utaka, Portsmouth FC winger and Nigerian international star, officially opened the children’s and adolescent areas at the Care UK St Mary’s NHS Treatment Centre in Portsmouth following their recent redesign at the hands of young people in the city.
Treatment Centre at top of league table - Friday 10 October 2008
A national league table of independent treatment centres (ISTCs) published in the “Health Service Journal” in September 2008, has placed the Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre in Plymouth at the top of the poll for overall percentage use.
New Havant NHS Diagnostic Service Launches - Monday 14 January 2008
NHS patients in and around the Havant area will soon benefit from a greater availability of diagnostic services, and a reduction in waiting times for diagnostic investigations.
Treatment Centre Just What The Doctor Ordered - Wednesday 1 August 2007
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre in Plymouth, which provides orthopaedic surgery and treatments to NHS patients in Devon and Cornwall, has become one of the first Independent Sector Treatment Centres (ISTC) in the UK to carry out an independent patient satisfaction survey which can be compared with surveys conducted on NHS hospitals.
Health Minister opens new Treatment Centre in Kent - Thursday 14 June 2007
Today saw the official opening of the Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre, with a visit by the Health Minister, Andy Burnham.
2nd Birthday for Peninsula Treatment Centre - Tuesday 1 May 2007
Just two years ago, the Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre opened its doors at the International Business Park in Plymouth to patients from across Devon and Cornwall who needed orthopaedic surgery.
Health Secretary Opens first Treatment Centre in London - Thursday 15 March 2007
There is a major breakthrough in reducing waiting times and creating choice in the NHS with the opening today by the Health Secretary, Patricia Hewitt, of the first Independent Sector Treatment Centre in London.
NE London Treatment Centre website launches - Thursday 1 March 2007
The North East London NHS Treatment Centre website has been launched.
Peninsula on Target for Patient Care - Wednesday 31 January 2007
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre, the Plymouth-based orthopaedic hospital which was one of the first independent sector treatment centres (ISTCs) in the UK, has announced this week that it is on target to meet the requirements of its contract - in terms of patient numbers, value for money and patient care.
Clinical Care Services Appointment key to Development of Service - Friday 26 January 2007
Health and social health care specialist, Care UK, has announced the appointment of Dr. Eduard Lotz to the role of Director of Clinical Services, Clinical Care Services.
Preferred bidder award for ISTC project - Thursday 21 December 2006
Care UK Plc, the specialist health and social care provider, is pleased to announce that its 50% owned joint venture company, Partnership Health Group ("PHG"), been appointed preferred bidder by the Department of Health for a major Independent Sector Treatment Centre ("ISTC") project serving patients across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Preferred bidder award for CATSS project - Friday 1 December 2006
Care UK Plc is pleased to announce that it has been appointed preferred bidder by the Department of Health for a Clinical Assessment, Treatment and Support Services ("CATSS") project in Manchester.
Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre website launched - Thursday 23 November 2006
The Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre, the independent sector treatment centre providing a range of services for NHS patients, has a new website
Mid Kent NHS Treatment Centre Opens - Monday 6 November 2006
Partnership Health Group's third Treatment Centre for NHS patients opened its doors on Monday 6 November.
First Birthday celebrations at Barlborough - Friday 1 September 2006
The Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre recently celebrated it's first birthday with a party for staff and patients, past and present.
Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre website launches - Monday 26 June 2006
The Barlborough NHS Treatment Centre, the independent sector treatment centre that specialises in orthopaedic surgery for NHS patients, has a new website
Orthopaedic Centre Marks First Anniversary - Friday 23 June 2006
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre, one of the first independent sector treatment centres in the UK and managed in Plymouth by Partnership Health Group for NHS patients in Devon and Cornwall, this week marks its first anniversary.
New NHS Treatment Centre Tops Out! - Tuesday 30 May 2006
An exciting phase in the development of the new purpose built Treatment Centre on the Maidstone Hospital site has been celebrated with the topping out ceremony.
New NHS Treatment Centre underway in North East London - Wednesday 1 March 2006
Partnership Health Group (PHG), Care UK's joint venture company, has started work developing a new Independent Sector Treatment Centre at Goodmayes in North East London.
Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre Website Up and Running - Tuesday 24 January 2006
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre, the independent sector treatment centre that specialises in orthopaedic surgery for NHS patients, has a new website
New Appointments at Partnership Health Group - Monday 19 December 2005
In order to support its continuing growth, Partnership Health Group (PHG) is pleased to announce the appointment of two key executives.
Innovative Blood Conservation Process Revolutionises Patient Care - Tuesday 1 November 2005
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre, which opened its doors to NHS patients throughout Devon and Cornwall for orthopaedic surgery and care in early May, has introduced an innovative blood conservation process that is revolutionising patient outcomes at the hospital.
New NHS Treatment Centre Officially Opened by Lord Warner - Thursday 27 October 2005
The successful partnership between the NHS and the independent healthcare sector was clearly demonstrated to Department of Health Minister of State for NHS Delivery, Lord Warner of Brockley, when he officially opened the newly built NHS Treatment Centre at Barlborough near Chesterfield on Thursday, October 27th 2005.
Work starts on new Maidstone NHS Treatment Centre - Friday 21 October 2005
The first sod at the new NHS Treatment Centre in Maidstone was turned on 21st October 2005. The Treatment Centre is being developed as part of a joint venture between Partnership Health Group (PHG) and the NHS.
First Day of Summer Dawns the Opening of a New NHS Treatment Centre - Friday 1 July 2005
A new Orthopaedic NHS Treatment Centre has opened its doors to out patients to provide access and choice to NHS patients across Trent and South Yorkshire.
PHG appointed preferred bidder for NE London ISTC - Wednesday 1 June 2005
Partnership Health Group (PHG) has been appointed preferred bidder to build and operate a new Independent Sector Treatment Centre on the NHS King George Hospital site in Goodmayes, North East London which is operated by Barking, Havering and Redbridge NHS Trust. Four Primary Care Trusts will be the commissioners of the services: Barking & Dagenham PCT, Havering PCT, Redbridge PCT and Waltham Forest PCT.
Official opening marks successful first month for Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre - Wednesday 1 June 2005
The Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre in Plymouth celebrated its first month of operations on Thursday 9th June, with the official opening of the hospital.
First Patients head for Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre - Monday 25 April 2005
The first patients to be treated at the Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre visited for their outpatient pre-assessments today (25 April 2005), and their initial response to their experience has been very positive.
Managing Director of Clinical Services Appointed - Monday 20 December 2004
As a result of continuing growth and expansion into the primary care and acute sectors, Care UK has appointed Dr Sushil Jathanna to the position of Managing Director, Clinical Care Services.
South West Peninsula ISTC contract signed - Tuesday 18 May 2004
Care UK Plc, the specialist health and social care provider, is pleased to announce that Care UK Afrox Healthcare Ltd, has signed a contract with the Department of Health and four Primary Care Trusts for the South West Peninsula Orthopaedic Independent Sector Treatment Centre.
Care UK Afrox Healthcare Signs Contract for Trent and South Yorkshire Region Treatment Centre - Wednesday 10 March 2004
Care UK Afrox Healthcare Ltd (CUAH) has signed a contract with the Department of Health and 28 Primary Care Trusts to build and operate a new Independent Sector Treatment Centre in the Trent and South Yorkshire region in which the company will treat a range of orthopaedic conditions for the National Health Service.
