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Traffic Restrictions On KEMH Campus On Friday
Bermuda Hospitals Board advised that “there will be no through traffic on the campus of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH] between Point Finger Road and Berry Hill Road from 7am-noon on Friday 21 June 2024.” A spokesperson said, “The closure is necessary to facilitate a crane lift of construction materials. People will be able... Read more of this article
Preston Swan Confirmed As BHB’s COO
Preston Swan has been confirmed as the Chief Operating Officer [COO] of Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] after acting in the role since February 2021. A spokesperson said, “The COO is responsible for the Facilities Management, Pathology, Imaging Services, Pharmacy, Property Management, Security and Hotel Services [Environmental Services, Food Services... Read more of this article
No Through Traffic At KEMH On Wed Morning
The Bermuda Hospitals Board advised that “there will be no through traffic on the campus of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH] between Point Finger Road and Berry Hill Road from 7am-noon on Wednesday 12 June.” A spokesperson said, “The closure is necessary to facilitate a crane lift of an air conditioning unit. “People... Read more of this article
‘Electrical Equipment Failure’ In Acute Care Wing
[Updated] There has been an “internal electrical equipment failure” in the Acute Care Wing of the hospital, all “patient appointments for all KEMH departments are cancelled until further notice” and ”we ask that the public not attend the hospital except in emergencies,” the Bermuda Hospitals Board said this evening. A... Read more of this article
BHB Celebrates Accreditation Canada
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has achieved accreditation in its 14th onsite survey by Accreditation Canada. The organisation has been accredited since the 1970s. “Today is World Accreditation Day, and I am proud to announce that BHB has met all of the requirements for accreditation,” said BHB CEO and President R Scott Pearman. “It’s quite an... Read more of this article
New Generator To Be Installed At KEMH
An additional generator will be installed at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital this year and there will be temporary changes to visitor and staff parking during the construction phase of the project. “The new generator will provide added security of our electrical supply,” said Preston Swan, acting chief operating officer at Bermuda Hospitals Board.... Read more of this article
Hospital’s MRI Equipment Has Been Fixed
Bermuda Hospitals Board’s MRI equipment has been repaired and went through its first full day of scanning yesterday [Wednesday]. A spokesperson said, “Urgent patients have been prioritised and expanded hours are being offered to people who had their MRI examinations postponed to ensure they are scanned as soon as possible. “We thank... Read more of this article
‘MRI Equipment Is Currently Undergoing Repairs’
Bermuda Hospitals Board’s MRI equipment is “currently undergoing repairs,” BHB said today. A spokesperson said, “The parts for the repair and the engineer are due on island early next week. The MRI is not usually required for emergency diagnostics, but patients who have MRI tests that are time sensitive, can be referred to other providers. “All... Read more of this article
BHB Offers Heartsaver CPR AED Training
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is celebrating CPR & AED Awareness Week this year with cardiopulmonary resuscitation [CPR] courses for the public. A spokesperson said, “BHB is an American Heart Association [AHA] International Training Center. All CPR courses follow AHA guidelines and standards. “A cardiac arrest can happen anywhere, and the victim... Read more of this article
‘Strong Smell’ At Hospital Being Investigated
[Updated] A “strong smell in the Acute Care Wing is currently being investigated” and “surgical and imaging services have been temporarily suspended,” the Bermuda Hospitals Board said this morning [May 15]. A spokesperson said, “A strong smell in the Acute Care Wing is currently being investigated. “Surgical and... Read more of this article
Hospital Board Updates Blood Donation Criteria
Bermuda Hospitals Board has “updated its blood donor eligibility criteria to include risk-based questions that will be the same for every individual, regardless of sexual orientation, sex or gender.” A spokesperson said, “These questions reduce the risk of transfusion-transmitted infections, such as HIV. The change brings Bermuda in... Read more of this article
May 9: Children’s Mental Health Awareness Fair
The Child and Adolescent Services team at Bermuda Hospitals Board will host its second annual Children’s Mental Health Awareness Fair on May 9. A spokesperson said, Organisers aim to educate middle and high-school students about services available to help them with a variety of mental health concerns, while exposing them to potential careers in the... Read more of this article
One-Week Closure Of Through Traffic At KEMH
Bermuda Hospitals Board advised “that there will be no through traffic on the campus of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH] between Point Finger Road and Berry Hill Road for one week starting on Sunday 21 April 2024.” A spokesperson said, “Through traffic is scheduled to resume on Monday 29 April 2024. “The closure is necessary... Read more of this article
Hospitals Board Traffic Advisory for Saturday
The Bermuda Hospitals Board advised “that there will be no through traffic on the campus of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH] between Point Finger Road and Berry Hill Road from 7:30am to 2pm on Saturday 23 March 2024.” A spokesperson said, “This is to facilitate removal of an old fuel tank in the boiler room at the basement... Read more of this article
BHCF Foundation Appoints Six New Directors
The Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation [BHCF] has expanded its board with the addition of six new directors, Angela Atherden, Sally-Anne Baron, Andrew Gibbs, Richard Lau, Nevine Lewis and Harriet Stuckes. Jane Spurling, Chair of the Board, said, “The new Directors bring a wide range of experience in finance, compliance, information technology,... Read more of this article
Hospitals Boards Offering Scholarships
Bermuda Hospitals Board invites applications for its 2024 Scholarships, offering opportunities to Bermudian students pursuing healthcare or finance careers. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board welcomes applicants for Scholarships 2024! Bermuda Hospitals Board is dedicated to ensuring the highest quality healthcare through service, education... Read more of this article
