North Bristol NHS Trust

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We've introduced online letters for appointments

We know how important it is that you receive details about your visit to hospital quickly and easily. That’s why we’ve introduced online letters for appointments so you can get your appointment information by text or email direct to your smartphone, tablet or computer.

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North Bristol NHS Trust provides hospital and community healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset, plus we’re a regional centre for neurosciences, plastics, burns, orthopaedics and renal.

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Statement on Sunil Rastogi

Tuesday 31 March 2026

Our statement in relation to media coverage about Sunil Rastogi: North Bristol NHS Trust Hospital Medical Director, Dr Sam Patel, said: "We would like to reiterate our condolences to Sunil’s family following their loss. “A comprehensive review was...

Flags installed at Southmead site

Wednesday 18 March 2026

We are aware that several flags have been installed on our Southmead site by members of the public without permission. At NBT we only display flags on our flag poles on recognised occasions and in line with our established protocol. We recognise that...

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Our Emergency Department

Watch our animation on what to expect when visiting our Emergency Department, or find out more about the department on our ED homepage: Emergency Department | North Bristol NHS Trust.

Update your contact details and view your hospital appointment on the NHS app

You can use the NHS App to update your email and phone number and see your hospital appointments in one place.

For more information, including how to download the NHS App, please visit www.nhs.uk/nhs-app.