Salford Royal equips to provide dignified bariatric care
Senior radiographer Jackie Johnson, lead GI radiographer Lisa Lyon, consultant radiologist Dina Kasir, assistant practitioner Mark O’Shaughnessy, radiology directorate business manager Elaine Quick and senior radiographer Rachael Warham.
Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust is responding to the rise in obesity in the north west region, where the figure is 66 per cent, with the installation of an Artis zee multi-purpose system from Siemens Healthcare.
Prior to the installation, the hospital often has to turn down morbidly obese patients who required interventional imaging. Since the installation of the Artis zee, no patients have been turned away as patients weighing up to 200kg can be imaged.
“Salford Royal ensures obese patients receive equal care,” said lead GI radiographer Lisa Lyon. “The installation means patients are able to be treated locally and are getting the appropriate treatment for their condition. We have also invested in larger gowns and shorts to ensure patients are treated with dignity.”
See the full report on page 18 of the August 2014 issue of RAD Magazine.
