One Hatfield News


Coming Soon: Robotic-Assisted Hip & Knee Replacement Surgery

    A New Era of Orthopaedic Care is Arriving at One Hatfield Hospital   We’re excited that from Autumn, One Hatfield Hospital will be offering robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement surgery using the innovative CORI™ Surgical System. This advanced technology supports our expert orthopaedic surgeons in delivering a personalised approach to joint replacement surgery,…


Keeping Your Cool: Storing Medicines Safely This Summer

  With temperatures rising during the summer months, it’s easy to forget that medicines can be affected by the heat too. Many medicines are designed to be stored at room temperature (between 15°C and 25°C), and prolonged exposure to higher temperatures can affect their quality and effectiveness. A common misconception is that storing medicines anywhere…


Understanding Knee Osteotomy by Mr Minhal Chatoo and Mr Raj Thakrar

  Understanding Knee Osteotomy A knee osteotomy is a type of knee surgery that many people in the UK haven’t come across, although it’s commonly performed in Europe and the Far East. It’s an operation designed to relieve pain caused by arthritis in the knee — while keeping your own natural knee joint intact.  …


Celebrating International Nurses Day and Our Incredible Clinical Team

  Every year, International Nurses Day gives us an important opportunity to pause, reflect, and celebrate the dedication, compassion, and skill of nurses across the world. This year, we were proud to mark the occasion by recognising not only our nurses, but all of our clinical staff who work tirelessly to provide outstanding care every…


Hip Resurfacing by Mr Ben Spiegelberg

  Metal on metal hip resurfacing is an operation that lost its popularity in the 2010s due to significant complications associated with metal debris generated from the bearing surface1. The metal particles that were released caused considerable damage to the soft tissues and resulted in early failures of the hip resurfacing implant which required revision…


Doctify – Patient Excellence Award

  We’re delighted to share some exciting news with our community — we have been awarded the Doctify Outstanding Patient Experience Award for 2026.     This recognition is especially meaningful to us, as it is based entirely on patient feedback collected over the past 12 months. Being placed in the top 10% of registered…


Understanding Autism: Caring for Children and Families Together

  Understanding Autism: Caring for Children and Families Together Autism is more than a diagnosis. For children and their families, it can be a world that feels confusing, overwhelming, and at times, isolating. At One Hatfield Hospital, we want to acknowledge that journey this Autism Awareness Month and highlight the ways we provide calm, supportive…


From Slopes to Recovery: Expert Care for Winter Sports Injuries

  Winter sports are exhilarating. Whether you’re carving down alpine slopes, tackling a snowboard park, or enjoying a family ski holiday, there’s nothing quite like fresh mountain air and snowy scenery. But alongside the fun comes a higher risk of injury particularly if your body isn’t prepared. The good news? Many winter sports injuries are…


A Guide to Preventing Winter Sports Injuries

  At this time of year many enthusiasts eagerly embrace the slopes for a thrilling dose of winter sports. However, it’s crucial to be mindful of the potential risks associated with these activities and take proactive measures to prevent injuries. As a hospital we have seen our fair share of preventable injuries that take places…