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Here are the latest case studies and updates from The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust.

5 December 2025

Operation Anzu

Statement from Dr Paul Hudson, operational medical director, The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust   “We understand that many of our patients, staff, and people in the wider community will find this news very distressing. Anyone with concerns or questions about the care they have received in our hospital should contact our dedicated helpline on 01384 322 311.  “Our dedicated colleagues continue to support those affected by […]

4 December 2025

Countdown to Christmas begins as hospital switches on its festive lights

Dudley’s Russells Hall Hospital kicked off the festive season this week with its annual Christmas lights switch-on and market, spreading holiday cheer to staff, patients, and the local community.

2 December 2025

Surgical hub wins recognition for meeting top clinical and operational standards

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust’s Elective Surgical Hub has been successfully accredited for delivering high standards in clinical and operational practice as part of a national assessment scheme.

1 December 2025

DGFT wards celebrate prestigious accreditation

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust celebrates another milestone in delivering outstanding end-of-life care, as four wards at Russells Hall Hospital have achieved accreditation from the Gold Standards Framework (GSF), with one ward successfully receiving re-accreditation.

28 November 2025

Health on the Shelf 2025 Delivers Major Community Impact at Merry Hill

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust has celebrated the success of its multi-day Health on the Shelf event at Merry Hill, which engaged more than 400 residents and brought together over 30 health, voluntary, and community organisations in one accessible location. Hosted in partnership with Merry Hill and a wide range of NHS, council, voluntary […]

10 November 2025

Dementia unit receives new state of the art equipment from Hospital Charity

Dementia patients at Russells Hall Hospital are benefitting from new state of the art equipment thanks to the Dudley Group NHS Charity.

6 November 2025

Community partners bringing Health and Wellbeing to the Heart of Merry Hill

The popular Health on the Shelf community event is returning to the Merry Hill Shopping Centre giving local people the chance to access local services as they start their Christmas shopping!

24 October 2025

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust wins employer award

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust has been presented the prestigious Overall Employer Excellence Award at the Dudley College Employer Recognition Awards event, held at the Black Country Museum last week. The Trust was recognised for its outstanding partnership with Dudley College across a range of initiatives, including apprenticeships, T-levels, and action learning sets. Together […]

23 October 2025

The Dudley Rainbow unveiled at Russells Hall Hospital

A stunning rainbow sculpture made of steel and hundreds of colourful glass hearts has been officially unveiled on 23rd October at the entrance to Russells Hall Hospital.

22 October 2025

Local Solicitors Partner with Dudley Group NHS Charity for Will Week

Every year, local solicitors show their support for the Dudley Group NHS Charity by taking part in a special Will campaign. During the campaign, participating solicitors prepare Wills free of charge in exchange for a donation to the charity.

8 October 2025

Governor elections – help shape the future of healthcare in Dudley

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust is inviting its members and staff to stand for election to become a Trust governor and be involved in shaping the future of healthcare in Dudley. Elections are open for vacancies in the public constituencies of North Dudley and Central Dudley and the staff constituency of Allied Health Professionals, Pharmacy and Healthcare Scientists.

2 October 2025

The Dudley Group NHS Trust celebrates One Year Anniversary of Lung Cancer Screening Programme

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust marked the first anniversary of its Lung Cancer Screening Programme with a special event held on Monday 29th September at The Copthorne Hotel. The celebration brought together healthcare professionals, community leaders, and partners to reflect on the programme’s achievements and its life-saving impact over the past year, and was […]