#hellomynameis...

Posted 3rd March 2016

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre is proud to be supporting #hellomynameis

#hellomynameis is a national campaign initiated by Dr Kate Granger who, when receiving treatment for cancer, found that many staff looking after her did not introduce themselves before delivering care.

You can find out more about the campaign here

More than 80 NHS organisations have already joined up to the campaign across the UK and we are fully supporting the initiative. The essence of the campaign is to encourage and remind healthcare staff about the importance of introductions in the delivery of their care. It is not just about knowing someone's name, but about making a human connection to begin a therapeutic relationship and build trust to provide compassionate care.

Name badges will be worn by staff at all times when they are in contact with patients, the public, other staff members and visitors to the hospital to show we are united in delivering compassionate cancer care.

Dr Kate Granger is set to visit the centre in early April to give a talk to staff about her experience and her reasons for starting the campaign.

Look out for the #hellomynameis logo throughout the hospital over the coming months.