You can read all the latest news and developments from Evelina London and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in our magazine - The GiST.
We hope that the range of content will appeal to you all and we welcome any feedback.You can download a copy of each issue below.
Issue 33 – the GiST – February 2020
In this edition of the GiST, you can find out how a unique new service is helping patients stay at home for longer and avoid unnecessary hospital appointments. You can also read about a new group that is helping older patients to keep dancing, and find out how Evelina London's neonatal unit provides support and care to the whole family.
Issue 32 – the GiST – November 2019
In this edition of the GiST, find out how Evelina London has been caring for children and young people for 150 years, and read about a couple who named their daughter after the hospital that saved her life. You can also learn more about our Health Inclusion Team who are making a difference to the lives of some of London's most vulnerable people, and find out about the role of our hand therapists.
Issue 31 – the GiST – August 2019
Issue 31 of the GiST. Find out how the maternity team worked with their colleagues in the Lane Fox Respiratory Unit to help a woman with a rare form of muscular dystrophy safely deliver her two children. You can also read about an inspiring fashion fashion show that took place at Guy's Cancer Centre for our fifth Cancer Survivors' Day, and go behind the scenes with our rapid response team.
Issue 30 – the GiST – May 2019
Issue 30 of the GiST features a story about a team of therapists from the rehabilitation team who are supporting cancer patients before, during and after their treatment. You can also find out how a light-up blanket is helping newborn babies with jaundice to go home sooner, and go behind the scenes with our switchboard team.
Issue 29 – the GiST – February 2019
Issue 29 of the GiST, including a story about HRH The Duchess of Cambridge becoming Patron of Evelina London and how an inspiring team was honoured at the Trust Awards. You can also find out how our dental health psychology service is helping people overcome their phobia of the dentist.
Issue 28 – the GiST – November 2018
Issue 28 of the GiST, including information about our new emergency department (A&E) at St Thomas' Hospital, which was officially opened by HRH The Princess Royal. Find out how our homelessness nurses are helping rough sleepers by providing same day health checks, and read about the crucial service that our sterile services team provides.
Issue 27 – the GiST – August 2018
Issue 27 of the GiST features a story about Songul Yildiz, who found out she was pregnant with her daughter Bahar while receiving breast cancer treatment.Find out about an innovative team of therapists, known as 'neuro navigators', and read about how Evelina London Children's Hospital is growing.