📢 We are delighted to announce that Matthew Trainer has been appointed as our new Chief Executive.
Matthew will take up the role at King’s later this year, and Sir David Behan, Chair, said Matthew would be a ‘superb addition to the Trust Board.’
More information ➡️ tinyurl.com/my8m9w6n
The Care Quality Commission has today published four inspection reports for services provided by the Trust.
All services inspected are rated ‘Requires Improvement’, following inspections during April and May last year.
More information ➡️ tinyurl.com/3u2r5s2e
“I’ve stayed at King’s because of the people. I’ve worked with and met some of the most dedicated, funny, resilient humans you could ask for.”
Grant works for the Acute Oncology Service at King’s College Hospital.
🔗 Read more about his work at King's... tinyurl.com/2hkysnf8
🔊 Our online survey, which will help shape our new five-year strategy, closes on Saturday 28 February 2026.
Share your views, and help shape the future of King’s: tinyurl.com/425834mu
❤️ Last week our paediatric cardiology service at PRUH welcomed staff from ECHO charity to meet with younger patients, their families and our staff.
Find out more here ➡️ tinyurl.com/3bw9th8b
#HeartMonth #TeamKings
Next to a photo of Marianne holding her dog, Marianne's Pride Pledge reads: “By wearing a Rainbow Badge I am hoping to create a more comfortable and welcoming environment to patients and my colleagues. I know from my own experience that going to new places, especially healthcare settings can be a daunting experience, but if someone sees the badge it might help them feel more confident or might help them by simply putting a smile on their face.”
🏳️🌈 Our last Rainbow Badge Pledge for #LGBTHistoryMonth 2026 is from Marianne, Occupational Therapist at King’s.
💬 “...if someone sees the badge it might help them feel more confident or might help them by simply putting a smile on their face.”
#TeamKings #MyRainbowBadgePledge #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ
⚠️ Fraudulent ads for weight loss patches are using our Trust logo and name without permission. These ads are fake; the clinicians pictured are not our staff. We do not endorse these products or promote any commercial products.
🔗 More info: tinyurl.com/n78bvrnk
How are Shelford Trusts reducing missed appointments? At @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social they reduced Did Not Attend (DNA) appointments by 25% by integrating apprenticeship training with Action Learning Sets, resulting in 3,000 more new monthly outpatient attendances:
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Text reads: "Ramadan Kareem!"
We’d like to wish Ramadan Mubarak to all of our community who are observing this month. May this special time bring peace, reflection, and blessings.
Wishing you a joyful Ramadan and a wonderful Eid al-Fitr ahead! ✨🕌
#RamadanMubarak #Ramadan2026
Text reads "Happy Lunar New Year," with the NHS logo, over a background of lanterns.
🐴Happy Lunar New Year to all our patients, staff members and volunteers celebrating the Year of the Horse.
We wish you a year filled with good health, prosperity and happiness.
#YearOfTheHorse #LunarNewYear
💬 “When I finally qualified and was handed my uniform for the first time, I don’t think I’ve ever felt prouder.”
🎓 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek with Laura Stokes, who graduated last year as part of our first-ever Radiography Apprentices at King’s College Hospital.
#TeamKings #NAW2026
💛 Our #PlaySpecialists support children and families throughout their hospital stay.
For #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, Sophie Mazin, Health Play Specialist at King’s, said:
💬 “Play specialists provide fun and familiar activities, helping to reduce worries and concerns, and aid recovery."
#TeamKings
Image of Valdemir, Laura and Masuma, registered radiographers at King's College Hospital. Text: First radiography apprentices graduate at King's.
🎓 This #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, we’re celebrating a major milestone: our first-ever radiography #apprentices have graduated!
Valdemir, Laura and Masuma are now registered #radiographers helping #TeamKings deliver 60k imaging exams a month.
Read ➡️ tinyurl.com/ye26dnn4
#NAW2026 #Apprenticeships
The image reads: National HIV Testing Week, 9-15 February 2026, sve the date.
#HIVTestingWeek is a good time to check your status. Find out how our Camberwell Sexual Health Centre could help ➡️ tinyurl.com/mr6pw4kh
Graphic: Proud Pledge of Oyinkansola Oke. Her quote says: “As an LGBTQ+ ally, I pledge to stand visibly with the community, to challenge prejudice wherever I see it, and to help create a world where love, identity, and individuality are respected and celebrated without fear.” This is #MyRainbowBadgePledge... What's yours?
🏳️🌈 Celebrating #LGBTHistoryMonth with our #MyRainbowBadgePledge...
Today’s spotlight features Oyinkansola Oke, a Senior #HealthcareAssistant at King’s, she said:
💬 “I pledge to help create a world where love, identity, and individuality are respected and celebrated without fear.”
#TeamKings
📹This #SexualAbuseandSexualViolenceAwarenessWeek, we’re highlighting the support available to people affected by sexual violence and abuse.
SARCs offer 24/7 specialist NHS care, with or without police involvement.
Support: nhs.uk/sarcs
#SASVAW2026 #SupportSurvivors #YouAreNotAlone
Jessop Primary pupils visit to King’s College Hospital.
🚑 Last week, we were pleased to welcome Jessop Primary School pupils to King’s for #EmergencyFirstAid and #CPR training with our Paediatric iMobile team.
Students also provided valuable feedback on our clinical environments to help improve the patient experience.
🔗 Details: tinyurl.com/3sr8k7jn
NHS Graphic. The National Cancer Plan.
ℹ️ The new #NationalCancerPlan will:
- diagnose cancer earlier
- provide better treatments
- help people to live well
- focus on prevention
It will make England a world leader in cancer survival.
🔗 tinyurl.com/26u7fx9u
#LongerBetterLives #CancerPlan #WorldCancerDay #WCD2026 #UnitedByUnique
Image of the cancer teams at King's.
💙 Today is #WorldCancerDay, and we’re marking the launch of the new #NationalCancerPlan.
Our cancer teams across King’s support patients and families at every stage of their journey with skill, compassion, and dedication.
Meet our team 👉 tinyurl.com/bdhpnexv
#TeamKings #UnitedByUnique
Proud Pledge graphic from King's College Hospital. It includes colours from the pride flag, image of Kate Moore and text: “It means I am proud of my identity, work in an affirming way with my patients and want to strive for affirming and competent care for the LGBTQ community at King’s.” Kate Moore, Psychotherapist at King’s. This is #MyRainbowBadgePledge... What's yours?
🏳️🌈 We’re celebrating #LGBTHistoryMonth with our staff Rainbow Badge Pledges.
Kate Moore, a Psychotherapist at King’s, shares her commitment: “strive for affirming and competent care for the LGBTQ community at King’s.”
#TeamKings #MyRainbowBadgePledge #LGBTQ
Raising the Pride flag at King's College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital and Orpington Hospital.
🏳️🌈 Proudly raising the #PrideFlag at our hospital sites today to kick off #LGBTQHistoryMonth.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to champion diversity and inclusion for our staff, patients, and communities.
#TeamKings #LGBTHM2026 #LGBTPlusHM26
Image of Anni standing on top of the helipad at King's College Hospital.
💬 “Maxillofacial nurses care for patients with complex #FacialTrauma and #Cancer, often supporting them not only clinically but emotionally."
Anni, an Oral and #Maxillofacial Surgery #DentalNurse at King’s, talks about her role and the power of compassionate care.
🔗 Discover ➡️ tinyurl.com/2xnmaetk
🌍Caring for patients means caring for our planet too.
Our #GreenPlan sets out how we’ll reduce our environmental impact while continuing to deliver world-class care.
📹Take a look at how we’re protecting both patients and the environment in our latest video 👇
#TeamKings #Sustainability #GreenerNHS
Liver awareness graphic from King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. It includes the Trust's logo and image of Professor Debbie Shawcross. Text on the graphic says: “Your liver works quietly every day to keep your body healthy, from processing food to fighting infections. By looking after your liver with simple, healthy choices, you can protect your long-term health and feel better for years to come.” Debbie Shawcross, professor of hepatology and chronic liver failure at King’s.
ℹ️ #DryJanuary might be winding down, but it’s a great stepping stone to maintain a healthy liver all year round.
@debbieshawcross.bsky.social, professor of Hepatology and Chronic Liver Failure at King’s, shares how to maintain a healthy #liver all year round ➡️ tinyurl.com/mrzcakz5
#LoveYourLiver
📹 Efthalia Tsachalina, Consultant Gynaecologist & Lead Colposcopist at King’s College Hospital, shares 3 steps to help prevent #CervicalCancer:
1⃣ Get vaccinated against #HPV if eligible
2⃣ Attend #CervicalSmear tests
3⃣ Attend colposcopy if results are not normal
🔗 Info: tinyurl.com/4vswpy7s
👏 We’ve been shortlisted for an @hsj.co.uk #DigitalAward in the Improving Urgent and Emergency Care category.
Our new digital patients check-in screens in our Emergency Department at King’s is helping staff triage patients more effectively, and reduce waiting times.
🔗 bit.ly/4bfoRew
Holocaust Memorial Day at King's College Hospital.
To mark #HolocaustMemorialDay, our hospital chapels are open to staff, patients and visitors wishing to take a moment of quiet reflection, or to pray.
#HMD2026
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Our Green Plan to 2028. Protecting our patients, people and planet.
♻️ #ICYMI - Last week, we shared our new #GreenPlan to 2028.
It sets out how we will protect the environment over the next three years, while continuing to provide the best possible care for our patients.
Read more ➡️ tinyurl.com/3cd3kp2v
#TeamKings #Sustainability #GreenPlan #NHS
🌿 #ICYMI - King’s Outdoor Critical Care Unit garden will open in 2026.
High above the hospital, it will bring fresh air, light and nature to critically ill patients, supporting recovery alongside world-class care.
💛 Support @supportkings.bsky.social #WinterAppeal ➡️ tinyurl.com/4xhw9h45
💬 “Sometimes it’s the simple things - listening, explaining, and showing empathy - that make the biggest difference.”
Walid, a CT #Radiographer at King’s, shares how he creates a calm environment to ensure every patient feels seen, heard, and supported ➡️ bit.ly/3NrLYZw
#IKYM #TeamKings
