NHS Golden Jubilee Newsletter - Winter 2025
Annual Review 2025
On Monday 3 November, we welcomed stakeholders and members of the public to our Annual Review. Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Neil Gray and Chief Operating Officer, Christine McLaughlin joined colleagues from across NHS Golden Jubilee to reflect on our performance and share future plans.
The Review highlighted the vital role NHS Golden Jubilee plays in delivering high-quality care and innovation for the people of Scotland.
From transforming patient pathways and expanding specialist services to driving sustainability and improving staff experience, the Review showcased the achievements across our organisation.
For more details, visit our website at this link.
NHS Golden Jubilee research reveals hidden heart condition in half of angina patients
A groundbreaking study led by NHS Golden Jubilee’s Director of Research, Colin Berry shows that half of patients given the all-clear for angina may have been misdiagnosed.
The CorCMR study, funded by the British Heart Foundation, builds on the CorMicA trial to improve diagnosis of angina and heart attacks in patients with normal-looking arteries, often caused by small vessel disease or coronary spasm.
To address this, experts introduced a new term, Myocardial Ischaemic Syndrome, to simplify and standardise the terminology of heart disease, aiming to reduce differences in diagnosis and treatment, particularly for women who are disproportionately affected by microvascular disease.
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New genetic tests set to improve care across Scotland
Two innovative genetic test are being rolled out across NHS Scotland through the Accelerated National Innovation Adoption (ANIA) pathway, led by the Centre for Sustainable Delivery (CfSD). These tests aim to deliver faster, more personalised care and better outcomes for patients.
Preventing hearing loss in newborns
NHS Scotland is the first in the UK to introduce nationwide genetic testing for newborns with suspected infections. This quick, point-of-care test identifies if a baby carried a genetic variant that could lead to hearing loss when treated with a common antibiotic. Results are available in just 26 minutes, helping clinicians make safer treatment decisions and protect babies’ hearing.
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Transforming stroke care
A pioneering genetic test is also being introduced to improve stroke treatment. By identifying specific genetic variations, clinicians can prescribe the most effective medication for each patient, leading to better recovery and reducing pressure on services.
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NHS Golden Jubilee’s Interventional Cardiology Team delivers groundbreaking training programme
Our Interventional Cardiology team recently concluded a unique 6-month training programme designed to share its expertise in complex heart procedures with international colleagues.
The programme focuses on hands-on experience in Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) procedures, which are highly specialised interventions that offer new hope to patients limited by angina.
Dr Mikko Minkkinen, a visiting Consultant from Copenhagen, who took part in the programme said: “This programme is incredibly meaningful to me. It’s not just about learning new procedures, it’s about transforming how we care for patients back home.”
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Our People Awards 2025
In November we celebrated the outstanding achievements of colleagues across NHS Golden Jubilee at this year’s Our People Awards.
Hosted by the one and only Michelle McManus, these awards recognise the incredible efforts of our staff for the inspirational work they do every day for people across Scotland.
With more than 240 nominations across 13 categories, our teams dressed to impress for a welcome reception and dinner at the Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel, before celebrating their remarkable accomplishments with the award presentations.
To find out more about all our winners, please visit our website at this link.
National Ultrasound Training Programme wins national award
The NHS Scotland Academy’s, National Ultrasound Training Programme (NUTP) has been named Scotland’s Radiography Team of the Year at the Society of Radiographers Awards 2025.
This award recognises NUTP’s innovative approach to ultrasound education and its impact on patient care by reducing waiting times, improving patient outcomes and support the Radiology Recovery Plan.
Clair Graham, Head of Programmes (Education) at NHS Scotland Academy, said: “This innovative approach is helping us train more sonographers, reduce waiting times and improve patient outcomes, while supporting staff to learn in a supportive and immersive way.”
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