Evidence and Resources Library

New Beginnings toolkit for maternity and neonatal care

This toolkit was developed from the experience based co-design (EBCD) ‘New Beginnings’ project by St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This project explored ways services could be improved for women who have part of their birthing experience in an operating theatre.

The story of a storyteller: dropping your armour and speaking openly at a Schwartz Round

Carl Betts offers advice for people thinking about telling their story in a Schwartz Round.

A qualitative study exploring patient shadowing as a method to improve patient-centred care: 10 principles for a new gold standard

14. Why do patients rebel?

Katie Campion talks with Billy Mann and Clare Dawson about their experience living with long-term health conditions, and why we don’t always follow the advice healthcare professionals give us.

13. Francis Report and the Point of Care Foundation

Jocelyn Cornwell interviews Sir Robert Francis about chairing the Mid Staffordshire inquiries and the growth of the Point of Care Foundation following the publication of his report.

Tips for facilitating virtual Schwartz Rounds

A comprehensive guide with tips for facilitating virtual Rounds to help those running virtual or hybrid (online and in person) Rounds.

What I’ve learned from 10 years in the Schwartz Community

Alison Proudfoot reflects on her 10 years as part of the Schwartz Community sharing what she's learned and her advice to others.

Changing organisational cultures: Evolutionary Schwartz Rounds

Afet discusses her experiences of Schwartz Rounds and the positive difference they can make to organisational cultures.

Visual identifier systems for patients with cognitive impairment in healthcare settings: A survey of practice in UK hospitals

Publication related to Phase 1 of the 'Developing a visual identification method for people with cognitive impairment in institutional settings' project with THIS institute.

Stories from the point of care