Clinical Development Fellow Dr Kirsty Brown awarded Cullen prize from Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
NHS Shetland is delighted to announce that Dr Kirsty Brown, Clinical Development Fellow, has been awarded the prestigious William Cullen Prize by the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE) in recognition of her outstanding contribution to medical education and service innovation in rural healthcare.
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Service announcement
The Gilbert Bain Hospital is operating at full capacity which means some planned procedures and appointments will not be able to go ahead this week.
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Further statement on dental provision
NHS Shetland is continuing to support Lerwick Dental Practice as it works towards achieving its practice certificate, which will enable new NHS dentists to be listed at the practice.
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Vaccination drop in clinic dates and timings
If you are eligible for flu or COVID-19 vaccine and you haven't had an appointment yet you can attend one of the following walk-in clinics at Grantfield Vaccination Centre.
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Update on survey work and maintenance at the Gilbert Bain Hospital
We are still assessing and understanding the findings of several surveys as part of the detailed investigation into the condition of the Gilbert Bain Hospital and estate.
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NHS Shetland Strategic Delivery Plan community brochure published
NHS Shetland is pleased to announce that the community-facing brochure of the Board’s Strategic Delivery Plan has been published. It sets out a five-year strategy for healthcare in Shetland.
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Charity donates mattresses worth £15k to NHS Shetland
NHS Shetland would like to say a big thank you once again to local charity Cancer Shetland following the recent donation of 15 special mattresses that are already making a big difference to our patients.
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Flu vaccination walk-ins
Numbers of cases of flu have been rising across Scotland. Although the number of cases in Shetland is lower than in the rest of Scotland, we expect an increase in the coming weeks as people circulate more over the new year period and at local events throughout January.
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Consultant Physician and Associate Medical Director (Acute), recognised in New Year Honours List 2025
NHS Shetland’s Consultant Physician and Associate Medical Director (Acute), Dr Pauline Wilson, has been recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours list.
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Stay well during winter and the festive season
As we settle into the colder winter months, it’s important to take extra care of our health and wellbeing.
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Temporary staffing changes for the Children and Young People’s Occupational Therapy Team
Over the next six weeks, there will be temporary staffing changes in the Children and Young People’s Occupational Therapy Team, resulting in a reduced level of service. These changes are due to a combination of factors, including staff absences and the festive season.