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“Thank you, Becky and Karen for helping me to stay healthy”

For people with learning disabilities, coming to hospital can mean extra challenges. That was the case for Sophie, who needs regular blood tests....

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MTW launches new five-year strategy

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust has published its new Strategy for 2026–2031, setting out how we will continue to improve care and develop our services over the next five years. The str...

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Trust among top recruiters for bowel disease study

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW) has been commended for its contribution to a groundbreaking study aimed at improving treatment for patients with acute severe ulcerative colitis. Ulcerat...

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Getting #ResusReady at Maidstone Hospital

Patients and visitors were able to get #ResusReady at Maidstone Hospital last week thanks to the expertise of Lead Resuscitation Officer, Paul Abdey and Resuscitation Officer, Leena Panchal....

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Employee of the Month winners

Congratulations to the Employee of the Month winners recognised so far this year...

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Trust cuts hearing aid wait to under two weeks

Patients waiting for hearing aids at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust are now receiving them in less than two weeks, after an innovative new pathway transformed the service and reduced waiting ...