What is the history of UCLH?

The hospital was founded as the North London Hospital in 1834 in order to provide clinical training for the "medical classes" of the university, after a refusal by the governors of the Middlesex Hospital to allow students access to that hospital's wards. It soon became known as University College Hospital.

What is UCLH famous for?

UCLH is famous for its world-class research. We typically have hundreds of studies recruiting at any one time, with some 20,000 of our patients taking part in clinical trials.

What is the history of University College London?

UCL was founded in 1826 as a secular alternative to Oxford and Cambridge by prominent intellectuals such as James Mill and Henry Brougham. UCL was the first university to be established in London, and the first entirely secular university to admit students regardless of religion.

How old is UCLH?

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has existed since 1994, but its origins date back over 250 years and lie in the history of various individual hospitals, some of which now form part of the Trust and some of which have since closed down. On these pages you can learn all about these hospitals.

What five hospitals make up the UCLH trust?

A day in the Life of UCLH

What does UCLH hospital Specialise in?

Services offered at University College Hospital include accident & emergency, hyper-acute stroke unit, cancer care, critical care, endocrinology, general surgery, ophthalmology, dermatology, general medicine, general neurology, rheumatology, orthopaedics, paediatric & adolescents, and urology.

Who is the CEO of UCLH?

David Probert, chief executive.

Who is the new CEO of UCLH?

One particular highlight has been welcoming David Probert, the Chief Executive of University College London Hospitals (UCLH), to speak to our MBA and Global Healthcare Management MSc students. David became Chief Executive of UCLH in August 2021.

How big is UCLH?

University College Hospital (UCH) is a major teaching hospital located on Euston Road in the Fitzrovia area of the London Borough of Camden, adjacent to the main campus of UCL. The hospital has 665 in-patient beds, 12 operating theatres and houses the largest single critical care unit in the NHS.

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Who is the owner of UCL?

In 1900 when the University of London was reconstituted as a federal university, UCL became one of the founding colleges. Through much of the 20th century it surrendered its legal independence to become fully owned by the University of London.

Is University College London prestigious?

In June, we came ninth in the 2024 QS World University Rankings. This was the 12th year running UCL had been ranked in the top 10 universities worldwide. In the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject, UCL was in the top 10 globally in 10 subject areas.

What are the 4 UCLH values?

UCLH uphold key values of Safety, Kindness, Teamwork and Improving. The values underpin all aspects of patient care and the working environment, and it is through living these values in addition to clinical excellence that UCLH has secured its standing as an internationally renowned hospital.

When was UCLH founded?

The hospital was founded as the North London Hospital in 1834 in order to provide clinical training for the "medical classes" of the university, after a refusal by the governors of the Middlesex Hospital to allow students access to that hospital's wards. It soon became known as University College Hospital.

What is the strategy of the UCLH?

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Our five-year strategy focuses on improving our services to patients, supporting and developing our staff, continuing our excellent work in research and education, and ensuring financial sustainability.

Who is the head of midwifery at UCLH?

Lyndsey Smith, Director of Midwifery.

Who is the deputy chief nurse of UCLH?

SARAH BURTON - Deputy Chief Nurse - UCLH | LinkedIn.

Who is the director of estates at UCLH?

Olú Aláká - Director of Estates and Facilities - University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | LinkedIn.

How tall is the UCLH tower?

The height of the building (including below ground) is 57 metres, making it as tall as London's Tower Bridge.

Who is the director of strategy at UCLH?

Laura Churchward is the director of strategy at UCLH.

What is the busiest hospital in England?

During the financial year 2022/23, the busiest hospital provider in England was the University Hospitals Birmingham Foundation Trust with over 333 thousand admissions. This trust encompasses four hospitals in the Birmingham area, one of the largest urban areas in England.

Which hospitals are part of UCLH?