The wider team on Ward B18 consists of matron, ward manager and sisters/charge nurses who act as shift co-ordinator and ensure the smooth running of the enhanced respiratory care unit. They are supported by highly trained staff nurses who manage the day-to-day clinical care of the patients and a team of compassionate healthcare assistants.
The team also work closely with the respiratory specialist nurses and physiotherapists, as well as occupational therapy teams and the Acute Care Team.
- Respiratory Matron - Sarah Hargadon
- Ward Manager - Jen Adams
Medical staff on the ward work on a rotational model, taking turns to manage the care of patients needing enhanced respiratory care.
Dr Ibrahim takes care of the main bays in the ward with junior doctors who rotate every few months to maximise their training.
Our Medical Team consists of five respiratory consultants:
- Dr Murthy
- Dr Baluwala
- Dr Raghunath
- Dr Ulla
- Dr Ambrose
You may also be seen by one of our advanced practitioners who often have several years of experience within the NHS as nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and midwives within the clinical speciality. They apply their clinical skills and decision making to provide high level of knowledge and clinical care to our patients and their families.
