This month marks the 25th anniversary of the RUH’s official charity, RUHX. We hear from them as they look back and look towards the future of this important institution.
A lot can happen in 25 years.
Healthcare has seen tremendous advancements over the past quarter-century—improved treatments, state-of-the-art equipment, and a more experienced and talented workforce. However, one thing that has remained constant is the unwavering support from our community in and around Bath. Thanks to your support, we’ve made countless improvements to the Royal United Hospitals Bath in that time, resulting in better facilities for patients and their loved ones, more green spaces, and ultimately, more lives saved.
To highlight the impact of RUHX over the years, we spoke with Liz, a Specialty Doctor in Stroke and Medicine, who started at the RUH in September 1999—the same month RUHX was born. Liz originally came from Australia for a six-month term in the Emergency Department. She found the department so wonderful and the people so lovely that she decided to stay. She’s been at the RUH ever since.
2002 marked the beginning of the new A&E building refurbishment, a change well remembered by Liz. She recalls, “I remember the satisfaction of seeing the new space open. It was so much bigger than what we had before, going from a two-bedded high care area to six high care beds and four resuscitation beds.” By improving Liz’s work area, we not only made her job easier but also improved patient turnaround and reduced complications across the department.
In 2007, RUHX completed the fundraiser for the second CT scanner. Liz also remembers this major improvement, saying, “Seeing the introduction of the second CT scanner in 2007 made a huge difference in our ability to quickly diagnose and treat trauma and stroke patients. Knowing we had a backup scanner allowed us to get patients into scans quickly, which is crucial for treatment and saving lives.” A donation to RUHX charity not only helps staff with their day-to-day operations but also supports the overall well-being and effectiveness of the hospital, ultimately benefiting the entire community.
Can you help us continue to improve the lives of patients, staff, and the community of Bath and beyond?
From the completion of the Dyson Cancer Centre earlier this year to the planting of bulbs in our well-being garden for next year, each impact, each donation, and each supporter makes a difference. We are deeply grateful to our supporters for their efforts over the past 25 years—we couldn’t have done it without you.
Join our history and make a difference in the future of the RUH. Help improve the health, happiness, and well-being of everyone in our community by considering a donation to RUHX today. Visit www.ruhx.org.uk