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Podiatry - Community Podiatry Service
The community podiatry service provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment to a range of patients with lower limb and foot problems, including; - People with long term conditions such as diabetes, vascular disease, amputees, connective tissue disorders, stroke, Parkinson's disease - People with multiple and complex needs e.g. dementia, falls - People with biomechanical problems e.g. gait /postural problems - People requiring wound care to the foot - People requiring nail surgery - People with severe foot and ankle problems and conditions.
https://dchs.nhs.uk/our-services-and-locations/a-z-list-of-services/community-podiatry
World Arthritis Day - 12 October 22
The theme this year is - 'It's in your hands, take action'. It aims to encourage people with arthritis, their caregivers, families, and the general public to avail every opportunity to take action to improve their lifestyle.
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/world-arthritis-day-12-october-22
Changes to the NHS Pension Scheme April 2022
As you may be aware there are some important changes to the NHS Pension Scheme which could affect members from April 2022.
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/changes-nhs-pension-scheme-april-2022
Our plans to reduce cleaning in non-clinical areas
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/our-plans-reduce-cleaning
I'd like to do business with DCHS
https://dchs.nhs.uk/join-us/do-business-us/procurement/id-do-business-dchs
We need your help to continue shaping our work on workforce race & disability equality and inclusion
Research and Innovation
Our vision is to increase capacity, capability and participation in research and innovation as we embed a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.
Have you got an NHS workforce story to tell?
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/have-you-got-nhs-workforce-story-tell
Files
Contact Tracing V9
Contact Tracing V9
Mobile Working Guide Phlebotomy.pdf
Guidance for Phlebotomy staff to use mobile working
COVID-19 and Respiratory Illnesses Guideline and Procedure (Section 6.17) (G278)
COVID-19 & Respiratory Illnesses Guideline and Procedure
L312 - Self-Management Facilitators (SMF)
L312 - Self-Management Facilitators (SMF)
Triage Competency Assessment Tool
Triage Competency Assessment Tool
Disclosure Ref 2024129 - Agency Used for Paediatrics or Midwifery Jan to Mar 24.pdf
FOI Disclosure Ref 2024129 - Agency Used for Paediatrics or Midwifery Jan to Mar 24
FP10 Serial Number Monitoring Form for Services, Clinics, Departments and Wards (A5 S13)
FP10 Serial Number Monitoring Form for Services, Clinics, Departments and Wards
L333 - Guide to buying splints Leaflet
Guide to buying splints Leaflet
Fridge and Room Temperature Monitoring (A1 - S74)
Fridge and Room Temperature Monitoring
Annual Leave Calculator for Medical Staff 2025-2026.xlsx
Annual Leave Calculator for Medical Staff 2025-2026