UK Health Trusts Contact Database

This software review is about an update in the health trusts of the United Kingdom. In 2005, the Health Minister John Hutton announced the introduction of a new group of NHS Foundation trusts that were approved by the regulator, Monitor. These trusts went into effect at the beginning of the year and now, there are approximately 50,000 health trusts available.

There were several organizations that applied for this procedure, but two, Burton Hospitals and Nottingham City Hospitals, withdrew their applications and decided to apply again in the future. The introduction of five new hospitals was praised by Hutton as he felt it would push the country closer towards decentralization.

As soon as this decentralization occurs, more patients will have the ability to influence the health trusts available in their region. The NHS Foundation Trust has already shown its willingness to promote a greater level of quality for the patients. Various studies indicated that many health trusts in the UK have reported increased enthusiasm and interest from the regional communities, and many of these institutions are now playing a pivotal role in bringing innovation to the field.

The health trusts have begun thinking in numerous ways, and they are using their capital to better respond to the needs of the patients. One example of this new mindset is the completion of health centers years ahead of their expected completion date. This helps them to service patients faster, providing medical aid where needed. Overall, the new software update has been positively welcomed by the UK medical community.