Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueTIGER-UK Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research @tiger-uk.bsky.social · 08/09/2025Could you spare 5-10 minutes? This anonymous and voluntary survey aims to explore the opportunities and barriers to improving patient experiences of healthcare procedures that require access into or through the vagina. More info via the link: forms.office.com/e/DF6qjhPGJE 001
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueTIGER-UK Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research @tiger-uk.bsky.social · 08/07/2025Please take part if you can, and share as widely as possible. forms.office.com/e/4KtU2VdZiu Designed to capture patient insights and experiences of vaginal access procedures & help guide improvements. It only takes 5-10mins. #WomensHealth #PatientSurvey #Gynaecology #PatientEngagement 001
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 04/07/2025Perhaps our biggest topic yet... Our latest collaborative conversation focused on patient expectations in gynae care. Details of how to join TIGER UK are towards the bottom of the blog. #WomensHealth #Collaboration #SexualHealth #SRH #Gynaecology www.linkedin.com/pulse/patien... 000
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 14/05/2025How can patients be supported to feel more in control during gynaecological procedures? Read the @tiger-uk.bsky.social blog reflecting on our members discussion between patients,healthcare professionals,researchers & more. #WomensHealth #Gynaecology #Collaboration www.linkedin.com/pulse/suppor...linkedin.comSupporting patients to feel in control during gynaecological proceduresSupporting patients to feel in control during gynaecological procedures Last month TIGER UK members came together to talk about how patients can be better supported to feel in control during gynaecolo... 000
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueTIGER-UK Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research @tiger-uk.bsky.social · 01/04/2025Are you interested in how patient information can impact pain experiences in gynaecology? In this blog I reflect on our recent TIGER UK discussion between patients, healthcare professionals, researchers and other experts... www.linkedin.com/pulse/pain-r... #WomensHealth #gynaecology 001
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueStephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 06/02/2025If you are a UK-based gynaecologist pls join TIGER UK, a brand new network bringing together the insights of patients & healthcare professionals to help improve gynae experiences. Read more here: lnkd.in/eKaupM-S #Gynaecology #SexualHealth #WomensHealth #endometriosis #CervicalCancer 001
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueStephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 21/02/2025The @bmj_latest have published my latest piece on the importance of patient empowerment in #gynaecology, with a focus on #pain. Comments and critiques welcome. #WomensHealth www.bmj.com/content/388/...bmj.comEmpowering patients is key to improving gynaecology experiencesA collaborative dialogue between clinician and patient can make a huge difference to patient experience, writes Stephanie O’Donohue It is vital that patients feel safe and supported when accessing g... 166
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohuePatient Safety Learning @patientsafetylearning.org · 20/03/2025🆕Have you had an adverse experience of an IUD procedure or smear test? Find out how you can take part in research to help develop understanding of lived experiences... www.pslhub.org/learn/patien... #patientsafety #womenshealth #healthresearchpslhub.orgHave you had an adverse experience of an IUD procedure or smear test?In this interview, researcher Zara Ward tells us about her latest project looking at adverse experiences of intrauterine device (IUD) fittings, removals and cervical smear tests. 032
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 13/03/20251/4 When a patient experiences high levels of pain during a #gynaecology procedure it can cause huge distress and in some cases lasting trauma. It can affect trust and leave people fearful to access future appointments that could be critical to health outcomes. 111
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 11/03/20251/3 I left a #gynaecology appointment traumatised, and unfortunately I am not alone. 111
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueTIGER-UK Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research @tiger-uk.bsky.social · 14/02/2025GPs, please join TIGER UK and help us shape our collaborative work from the start. Join TIGER UK on LinkedIn: lnkd.in/eZzxyK9R Join TIGER UK on Facebook: lnkd.in/eg-nvhKu Read the launch blog: lnkd.in/esRtKj72 #GPs #WomensHealth #ReproductiveHealth #SexualHealth #GeneralPractice 001
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueTIGER-UK Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research @tiger-uk.bsky.social · 05/02/2025Improving #gynaecology experiences requires a big picture approach & a lot of collaboration... What's missing from this list of influencing factors? Which do you think matter most? 001
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueTIGER-UK Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research @tiger-uk.bsky.social · 27/01/2025TIGER UK is a brand new network of people passionate about improving gynaecology experiences. Find out more & how to join here: lnkd.in/evzqc_eN #hcp #nurse #SexualHealth #PatientEngagement #gynaecologist 001
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueStephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 14/01/2025New network for people passionate about improving gynaecology experiences. Please join and help make a difference. linkedin.com/pulse/new-ne... #WomensHealth #gynaecology #collaborationlinkedin.comNew network for people passionate about improving gynaecology experiencesToday, I have launched a new network called TIGER UK – Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research. TIGER UK is for anyone passionate about sharing insights and working together to improve gynae... 012
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 21/02/2025The @bmj_latest have published my latest piece on the importance of patient empowerment in #gynaecology, with a focus on #pain. Comments and critiques welcome. #WomensHealth www.bmj.com/content/388/...bmj.comEmpowering patients is key to improving gynaecology experiencesA collaborative dialogue between clinician and patient can make a huge difference to patient experience, writes Stephanie O’Donohue It is vital that patients feel safe and supported when accessing g... 166
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 06/02/2025If you are a UK-based gynaecologist pls join TIGER UK, a brand new network bringing together the insights of patients & healthcare professionals to help improve gynae experiences. Read more here: lnkd.in/eKaupM-S #Gynaecology #SexualHealth #WomensHealth #endometriosis #CervicalCancer 001
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohuePatient Safety Learning @patientsafetylearning.org · 28/01/2025TIGER UK: A network for people passionate about improving gynaecology experiences - a new blog on the hub today www.pslhub.org/learn/patien... #womenshealth 032
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohuePatient Safety Learning @patientsafetylearning.org · 28/01/2025🆕Stephanie O'Donohue tells us about a brand new network called TIGER UK, open to anyone passionate about working together to improve gynaecology experiences www.pslhub.org/learn/patien... #WomensHealth #collaboration #gynaecology @tiger-uk.bsky.social @stephodonohue.bsky.socialpslhub.orgTIGER UK: A new network for people passionate about improving gynaecology experiencesIn this short blog, Stephanie O'Donohue tells us about a brand new network called TIGER UK – Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research. TIGER UK is for anyone passionate about sharing insights... 034
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 18/01/2025TIGER UK is a new network for people ready & keen to share, listen, learn & genuinely collaborate for change. If that sounds like pls join & help build a future where positive gynae experiences are standard. www.linkedin.com/pulse/new-ne... #WomensHealth #hcp #gynaecology #collaboration 010
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 14/01/2025New network for people passionate about improving gynaecology experiences. Please join and help make a difference. linkedin.com/pulse/new-ne... #WomensHealth #gynaecology #collaborationlinkedin.comNew network for people passionate about improving gynaecology experiencesToday, I have launched a new network called TIGER UK – Together Improving Gynae Experiences and Research. TIGER UK is for anyone passionate about sharing insights and working together to improve gynae... 012
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 07/01/2025In this anonymous account a patient shares their experience of an #IUD insertion, highlighting issues around pain management, compassion and #InformedConsent. www.pslhub.org/learn/patien... 010
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 12/12/2024No woman should have to endure extreme pain or trauma when accessing essential healthcare. #womenshealth #hysteroscopy #gynae #pain www.pslhub.org/learn/patien...pslhub.orgHysteroscopy: 6 calls for action to prevent avoidable harmIn this blog Patient Safety Learning will; outline the key safety concerns around hysteroscopy procedures, summarise recent national discussions highlighting these concerns, reflect on the new nationa... 000
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 10/12/2024Investing in longer, women's health consultations like this would likely save the NHS money by reducing inefficiencies and improving outcomes. #womenshealth #gynae #menopause www.pslhub.org/learn/patien...pslhub.orgOne hour with a women's health expert and finally I felt seenIn this anonymous blog, a patient reflects on her recent appointment with a women's health expert. After decades of enduring both long-term debilitating symptoms and a history peppered with poorly rec... 000
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohueDean Craddock @dean5150.bsky.social · 09/12/2024F**king Tories ...🤬 BBC News - Gynaecology patients going private to avoid NHS waiting lists www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comGynaecology patients going private to escape NHS waiting listsWomen in agony are using their savings to pay for urgent treatment to avoid waits of up to two years. 041
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 10/12/2024On route to the Safety for All conference. Looks like a great agenda ahead, including sessions on violence in healthcare, protecting the planet, and caring for caregivers and patients. #SFAConference2024 #patientsafety 010
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 10/12/2024You will never have all the answers (and be wary if you think you do), reaching out to others will give you more of a chance of finding them. #collaboration #patientsafety #patientengagement #psirf www.pslhub.org/learn/patien...pslhub.orgCollaborating for safety: We need to make space for each otherIn this blog, Patient Safety Learning's Content and Engagement Manager, Stephanie O'Donohue highlights some of the common barriers to collaborating for safety. She argues that we need time and space t... 000
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 10/12/2024Patients are speaking up to bring about change and prevent other people from suffering. Let’s make sure we listen to them. #gynae #iud #womenshealth blogs.bmj.com/bmj/2021/07/...blogs.bmj.comThe ripples of trauma caused by severe pain during IUD procedures - The BMJMore and more women are coming forward to share their stories of a painful IUD procedure. Healthcare services need to get better at recording these experiences, says Stephanie O’Donohue Examples [...]... 000
Reposted by Stephanie O'DonohuePatient Safety Learning @patientsafetylearning.org · 02/12/2024Our award-winning platform the hub is a great place for frontline staff, patients, campaigners and managers to come together to improve #patientsafety. Find out more in the video below⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vlb...youtube.comAn introduction to the hub, Patient Safety Learning's online platform for patient safetyYouTube video by Patient Safety Learning 196
Stephanie O'Donohue @stephodonohue.bsky.social · 09/12/2024Reducing avoidable harm in health and social care cannot be done in isolation; collaboration is key. #patientsafety #collaboration #patientengagement #PSIRF www.pslhub.org/learn/patien...pslhub.orgPatient safety and the power of collaboration (a blog by Patient Safety Learning)At Patient Safety Learning, we believe listening and learning from different perspectives, expertise and experiences is essential in understanding the complexities, challenges and potential solutions ... 032