Council of Governors Agenda and Papers – May 2026
The agenda and papers for the Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Council of Governors meeting on Wednesday 20 May 2026 can be downloaded below
Call for concern
What is Call for Concern At Gateshead Health we are dedicated to ensuring that our patients receive high-quality, safe and effective care. We understand that you know yourself or your loved one better than anyone. You may notice small changes before we do, and these changes could be early waring signs of deterioration. We have […]Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Surgery for Dupuytren’s Disease (Palmar Fasciectomy)
What is Dupuytren’s Disease? Dupuytren’s disease is a thickening of the deep tissues of the palm and fingers. The thickened tissue contracts over time, pulling the finger(s) towards the palm. Dupuytren’s contracture usually progresses slowly and may not be troublesome for years. This is a fairly common condition. Unfortunately, there is no way to stop […]Topic: Day Surgery, Orthopaedics
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Board Agenda and Papers – March 2026
The agenda and papers for the Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday 25 March 2026 can be downloaded below.Type: Board papers
Audience: Patients and visitors, Staff
Council of Governors Agenda and Papers – February 2026
The agenda and papers for the Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Council of Governors meeting on Wednesday 18 February 2026 can be downloaded belowType: Governor papers
Audience: Patients and visitors
Post Operative – Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction Surgery with Meniscus Repair
What is an ACL reconstruction? ACL reconstructive surgery may be indicated following trauma to the knee that has ruptured the ACL ligament, symptoms may include instability and locking which may interfere with your every day or sporting activities. The surgery is performed by arthroscopy (key hole) surgery. The aims of surgical intervention is to stabilise […]Topic: Day Surgery, Orthopaedics
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Post Operative – Meniscus Repair
Anatomy The meniscus is a ‘C’ shaped structure made of cartilage which sits between your tibia (shinbone) and your femur (thigh bone). There are two menisci in the knee, one on the inner (medial) side and one on the outer (lateral) side of the knee. The meniscus works as a shock absorber and spreads the […]Topic: Day Surgery, Orthopaedics
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Post Operative – Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction Surgery
What is an ACL reconstruction? ACL reconstructive surgery may be indicated following trauma to the knee that has ruptured the ACL ligament, symptoms may include instability and locking which may interfere with your every day or sporting activities. The surgery is performed by arthroscopy (key hole) surgery. The aims of surgical intervention is to stabilise […]Topic: Day Surgery, Orthopaedics
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Board Agenda and Papers – January 2026
The agenda and papers for the Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday 28 January 2026 can be downloaded below.Type: Board papers
Audience: Patients and visitors
Board Agenda and Papers – December 2025
The agenda and papers for the Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Board of Directors meeting on Friday 5 December 2025 can be downloaded below.Type: Board papers
Audience: Patients and visitors