Hospital Direct

Hospital Direct Hospital Direct has been a specialist in the manufacturing of patient-handling products since 1996 Hospital Direct - We help people to move more easily.

Whether you work in healthcare, looking for ways to move your patients with greater care and safety or you are an individual needing help at home, we have over 15 years of expertise with a wide and unique range of products with product knowledge to be able to help you.

01/07/2026

What an absolute blast we've had at NAEP - National Association fo Equipment Providers this year!💥

Not only were we invited to deliver a 10-minute presentation on the Exhibitors' Stage, showcasing a cost-effective solution for reducing pressure sores, but our featured product, the Morphematic, also won the NAEP Innovative Product Showcase Award.

We're absolutely delighted with this achievement. It's the second consecutive innovation award for the Morphematic, following its success at last year's Occupational Therapy Show.

We're still at Cranage Hall Hotel in Kenilworth, so if you're here, come and visit us at Stand 18. We'd be delighted to demonstrate the Morphematic, show you our range of outstanding patient positioning equipment and introduce you to Pat O'Brien, who is showcasing the Pobroll.

To find out more about the Morphematic, visit our product page or get in touch with us directly. 👉 https://www.hospitaldirect.co.uk/product/ergotrics-morphematic-lateral-patient-turning-system/

Thanks for the amazing introduction to our expert OT, Mike Cowan-Jones. 💙

One of our favourite events of the year is here – we're back at NAEP - National Association fo Equipment Providers at th...
30/06/2026

One of our favourite events of the year is here – we're back at NAEP - National Association fo Equipment Providers at the Chesford Grange Hotel!🕺💃

This year, we're delighted to have our Regional Managers Chris Morris, Gwion Barron-Jones and Mike Cowan-Jones who'll be giving a 10-minute talk at 3.25pm on the Exhibitor Stage in the Kenilworth Foyer, exploring "The cost-effective way to reduce pressure sores and use staffing smartly."

We're also pleased to have Pat O'Brien joining us on our stand to showcase her innovative Pobroll, a product we're becoming increasingly impressed by.

If you're attending NAEP today, be sure to stop by and say hello at Stand 18! We look forward to seeing you! 💙

Knowledge, training, skill development and continuous learning are essential in the ever-evolving field of patient manua...
26/06/2026

Knowledge, training, skill development and continuous learning are essential in the ever-evolving field of patient manual handling. At Hospital Direct, we're proud to support the healthcare professionals on the front line. 🫡

We just spent two fantastic days at our new training facility at HD Headquarters, delivering the first RoSPA-accredited Level 3 Award for Theatre Patient Handling Trainers. It was a pleasure to meet such dedicated healthcare professionals, gain valuable insight into the realities of working in theatre, and help equip them with the knowledge and confidence to become effective trainers. Now they'll return to their organisations ready to raise patient handling standards within their own theatre environments.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us over the last two days. It was truly wonderful to have you with us. 💙

The next Level 3 Award for Theatre Patient Handling Trainers will take place on 8-10 September 2026. Book your place today! 👉 https://www.hospitaldirect.co.uk/training-and-demos/level-3-award-for-theatre-patient-handling-trainers/

24/06/2026

We’ve arrived at what is probably the most exciting day of the summer for us! ☀️

Not only are we delivering the first of this year’s new and unique two-day RoSPA-accredited Level 3 Award for Theatre Patient Handling Trainers, but it also marks the first time we’ve hosted the course in our brand-new training facilities at Hospital Direct headquarters.

Led by Helen Gutteridge, day one is all about building knowledge and developing a strong understanding of theatre patient handling (spiced up with a bit of role play). Building this knowledge, skills and techniques into all general manoeuvres, whilst day two focuses on specialist questions for more complicated surgeries.

We’re delighted to welcome several delegates from The Christie Hospital in Manchester, alongside an independent manual handling trainer, as they work towards their qualification. We’re also joined by members of our own team, including Chris Morris and Gwion Barron-Jones, who will soon add this specialist theatre patient handling qualification to their professional expertise.

We’re looking forward to two fantastic days of learning, collaboration and practical training.💙

📌 Today is Moving & Handling Awareness Day, an occasion we are happy to recognise each year. As a company that regularly...
11/06/2026

📌 Today is Moving & Handling Awareness Day, an occasion we are happy to recognise each year.
As a company that regularly works alongside members of the National Back Exchange community, we were proud to make our annual Moving & Handling pledge, introduced by the organisation. 💙

Our Head of Sales, Bruce and our talented Regional Manager Gwion represent us in promoting best practice in moving and handling.

Here is our pledge for the year ahead, one we are committed to upholding throughout this year and beyond:

“This Moving & Handling Day, we pledge to uphold best practices in patient handling and to deliver safe, dignified care at all times. We commit to continuous learning, strengthening our skills, and sharing knowledge to support one another — because moving and handling is everybody’s business.”

👉 National Back Exchange

We see firsthand the dedication, compassion and responsibility that caring for others takes. Every day, carers make a li...
09/06/2026

We see firsthand the dedication, compassion and responsibility that caring for others takes. Every day, carers make a life-changing difference, helping people maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life. 💙

Supporting carers is at the heart of what we do. Our mission is to provide practical solutions that make caring safer, easier, and more comfortable, helping both carers and those they support thrive with confidence and dignity.

Yesterday, our fantastic Justin McBride attended the Carers Week 2026 Community Marketplace event in Dumfries, sharing good practice and showcasing community equipment designed to make everyday life easier for carers and end users alike.🕺

Throughout , we're celebrating and thanking carers for the invaluable contribution they make to families, communities and society every single day.

We’ve just received this wonderful review from one of our client.💙 Feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do. W...
05/06/2026

We’ve just received this wonderful review from one of our client.💙

Feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do. When a product genuinely improves comfort for the user while making daily care easier, it reinforces the values that drive our work.

In this case, our client found the perfect solution in our SIBA® 2-Way Base Sheet with Mattress Infill Squab. Designed in-house, the SIBA® range offers one of the widest selections of in-situ satin sheet sizes and variations available in the UK.

Not sure which option is right for you or the person you care for? Take a look at our Easy Guide to help find the best fit. 👉 https://www.hospitaldirect.co.uk/product/siba-satin-in-bed-assistance-easy-guide/

If you can’t find exactly what you need, get in touch. Our experienced client support team will be happy to discuss your requirements and help create a bespoke solution.

Why are we called Hospital Direct? 💙From day one, our founders, Helen and Phil Gutteridge, chose to work directly with h...
04/06/2026

Why are we called Hospital Direct? 💙

From day one, our founders, Helen and Phil Gutteridge, chose to work directly with healthcare professionals and patients to develop practical patient handling solutions that truly meet their needs.

That direct approach still defines us today.

Last week, Helen and Mike visited Stanmore National Orthopaedic Hospital to deliver a demonstration and training on the ProTurn Pack. During the session, the clinical team identified a small design change that could improve its use in practice for them.

For some manufacturers, a change for a single customer might not be considered worthwhile. For us, it’s an opportunity to join forces and improve.

As a British manufacturer, we can make adjustments quickly, communicate directly, and deliver tailored solutions without the delays and costs often associated with overseas production.

That’s the Hospital Direct difference: listening, adapting and working together to achieve the best outcomes for patients and healthcare teams alike.🤝

One of our favourite times of the year is here, the exhibition and events season has officially begun.🫡We’re excited to ...
28/05/2026

One of our favourite times of the year is here, the exhibition and events season has officially begun.🫡

We’re excited to already have some fantastic events lined up over the coming months.

You can find us at one of our favourite events of the year - at NAEP - National Association fo Equipment Providers National Conference from 29 June – 1 July, where we’ll be connecting with professionals involved in equipment sourcing across community, acute and associated healthcare sectors.💙

We’ll also be represented by everyone’s favourite Scotsman, Justin McBride, at Carers Week by Care Training & Consultancy CIC in Dumfries on 8 June.🕺

And if surgical theatre training is on your radar, there are still a few places remaining on our ROSPA-accredited Level 3 Award for Theatre Patient Handling Trainers course on 24–25 June.

Places are limited, so get in touch today to secure your spot.

👉 https://www.hospitaldirect.co.uk/training-and-demos/level-3-award-for-theatre-patient-handling-trainers/

24/05/2026

As the UK expands access to GLP-1 therapies and bariatric referrals continue to rise, one issue deserves far more attention:
💡The growing complexity of airway management in patients living with obesity.
This presents challenges in patient safety, staffing, and system pressures affecting perioperative teams across the .

Patients living with obesity remain overrepresented in major airway complications, according to UK airway audits and recent best-practice recommendations from the Society for Obesity and Bariatric Anaesthesia.
At the same time, the physical strain placed on theatre teams during patient positioning is often overlooked.

More clinicians are now exploring approaches that improve both airway positioning and staff ergonomics, particularly in bariatric pathways where manual handling risks are significant.

Solutions such as inflatable positioning systems like DuoRoll are part of a wider shift towards safer, more adaptable perioperative care.
With obesity care evolving rapidly across the UK, the conversation around safer bariatric airway management is becoming impossible to ignore.

DuoRoll is exclusively available in the UK through Hospital Direct.
Would you like to learn more? 👉 https://www.hospitaldirect.co.uk/product/ergotrics-duoroll/

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