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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts.

Stereotactic Radiosurgery is a highly accurate and specialised treatment delivered using a Gamma Knife. The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery was selected by NHS England to be a National Centre of Excellence, providing specialist care and support for patients.

05/06/2026

Happy Pride Month!

This June, we celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the strength that comes from being able to be ourselves.

At the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, we are committed to providing compassionate, respectful care for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or background. We believe that every patient deserves to feel welcomed, valued, and supported throughout their treatment journey.

Pride Month is an opportunity to recognise the importance of equality in healthcare and to reaffirm our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our patients, families, and colleagues.

Together with our colleagues throughout Sheffield Teaching Hospital Trust, we continue to build a culture where everyone belongs.

22/05/2026

Today, on NF2 Awareness Day, we stand in support of all those affected by Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2) , a rare genetic condition characterised by the development of multiple tumours of the nervous system, particularly affecting the brain and spine.

For many patients, NF2 can have a profound impact on daily life. Tumours such as vestibular schwannomas can lead to hearing loss, balance difficulties, and facial weakness, while other intracranial and spinal tumours may cause a range of complex neurological symptoms. Living with NF2 often involves ongoing monitoring, repeated interventions, and significant physical and emotional challenges.

At the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, we are proud to work in close partnership with the Manchester NF2
Service to support patients with this highly complex condition.

We offer a dedicated, specialist pathway including expert neurosurgeons, a named NF2 Therapeutic Radiographer, and multidisciplinary clinics - ensuring coordinated, personalised care for every patient.

Importantly, we are also able to provide stereotactic radiosurgery as a treatment option for patients with intracranial disease, delivering highly precise, targeted therapy using the latest Elekta Gamma Knife technology which minimises the impact on the surrounding healthy tissue.

On this NF2 Awareness Day, we recognise the resilience of patients and families living with NF2 and reaffirm our commitment to delivering expert, compassionate care through collaboration and innovation.

13/05/2026

May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month—a timely reminder of the importance of prevention, early detection, and education as we head into the summer months.

In the UK, there are over 16,000-20,000 new cases of melanoma each year, yet around 86% are considered preventable. Raising awareness of simple, effective steps can make a significant difference.

At the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, we support the wider effort to improve understanding of cancer care and empower patients with knowledge.

This month, the focus is on:
* Prevention & UV safety - using sunscreen, seeking shade, and covering up
* Early detection - recognising changes in your skin and using the ABCDE guide (Asymmetry, Border, Colour, Diameter, Evolving)
* Awareness campaigns - led by organisations such as MacMillan UK, Melanoma UK and other charities to educate and support the public

With cases continuing to rise, regularly checking your skin and acting on any changes is vital.

While early detection is key, it's also important to recognise that melanoma can spread to other parts of the body, including the brain. For patients with cerebral metastases, where melanoma has metastasised to the brain, we are able to provide highly conformal targeted stereotactic radiosurgery using the latest Elekta Gamma Knife technology. By delivering this precise treatment, sparing the surrounding healthy brain tissue, as a day case procedure, we are able to facilitate our patients to be able to return to their homes the same day, back to their families, and able to continue their wider systemic treatment plans without unnecessary delay.

Early detection saves lives. Prevention protects futures—and when needed, advanced treatments can support patients every step of the way.

To find out more about radiosurgery for metastatic cerebral disease please visit our website at www.gammaknife.org.uk

22/04/2026

WORLD ADMINISTATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY

Today, we’re proud to celebrate World Administrative Professionals Day and recognise the incredible people who keep the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery running seamlessly every single day.

Our administration team are the backbone of our service — a dedicated group whose expertise, organisation, and compassion ensure that every patient’s journey is smooth, efficient, and supported from start to finish. From managing referrals and coordinating multidisciplinary team meetings to welcoming patients in clinic and arranging every detail of their care, their impact is felt at every stage.

They are often the first friendly voice or face our patients encounter, bringing reassurance and professionalism in equal measure. Behind the scenes, their precision and commitment enable our clinical teams to deliver world-class radiosurgery services both nationally and internationally.

We also extend our thanks to the wider administrative community across Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, whose support and collaboration are vital to everything we achieve.

With a wealth of experience and an unwavering commitment to excellence, our admin team truly embody the values we stand for. Today, and every day, we thank them for everything they do — we couldn’t do it without you.

15/04/2026

At the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, we offer both mask and frame-based immobilisation options for radiosurgery where clinically appropriate. We understand that the creation of a thermoplastic immobilisation mask can feel daunting for some patients. Supporting emotional wellbeing is therefore an essential part of our care pathway.

Patients receive holistic counselling from our experienced radiographers in outpatient clinics prior to admission, ensuring they are fully informed and supported well before treatment day. On the day itself, each patient benefits from 1-to-1 care from a designated radiographer, providing continuity, reassurance and a familiar face throughout the process.

The creation of the thermoplastic mask typically takes around 20 minutes, and patients consistently cope extremely well. The process begins with forming a personalised headrest, allowing patients time to settle, become comfortable, and familiarise themselves with the treatment environment.
The thermoplastic mask sheet is gently heated to approximately 70°C in a specially designed oven before being carefully placed over the patient’s face, with an opening maintained for the nose. Both the Physics and Radiographer teams are involved in the mask creation ensuring that the patient is in the optimum position for radiosurgery. Patients then remain still for around 10 minutes while the mask hardens, creating a secure and accurate fit for stereotactic treatment.

Once complete, a cone beam CT (CBCT) scan is performed for stereotactic reference. Patients can then relax in our comfortable waiting area while their personalised treatment plan is created.

By combining expert technical care with compassionate, individualised support, we aim to minimise anxiety and ensure every patient feels safe, informed and well cared for at every step of their radiosurgery journey.

To find out more about immobilisation options for radiosurgery at the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery please visit our website at www.gammaknife.org.uk

07/04/2026

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK, with almost 44,000 people diagnosed each year.
While more than 94% of cases occur in people over 50, bowel cancer can affect anyone at any age. Each year, over 2,600 people under 50 are diagnosed. In fact, 1 in 17 men and 1 in 20 women will develop bowel cancer during their lifetime. That’s why awareness, early detection, and screening are so important.

Bowel screening can help detect cancer before symptoms begin, when treatment is often more effective. Screening kits are sent by post to those within the eligible age range who are registered with a GP. During Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, we encourage everyone to know the signs, participate in screening, and seek medical advice if something doesn’t feel right. Early detection saves lives.

Bowel cancer can spread in to distant parts of the body such as lungs and brain. At the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, we are able to treat brain metastases from bowel cancer using highly precise stereotactic radiosurgery. This advanced form of radiation therapy targets tumours with exceptional accuracy, sparing healthy brain tissue and helping preserve cognitive function. Treatment for brain metastases is typically delivered as a day-case procedure, allowing patients to return home to their families and continue systemic treatments with minimal interruption.

To find out more about the treatment for cerebral metastases at the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery please visit our website at www.gammaknife.org.uk

02/04/2026

On Thursday 2 April 2026, we recognise World Autism Awareness Day — a global moment to choose understanding over assumption.

At the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, inclusivity is not an add-on; it is embedded in how we care for every patient. We understand that no two individuals are the same, and we are committed to creating an environment where neurodivergent patients feel supported, respected, and safe.

We are proud to have a dedicated Learning Disability Lead who helps ensure that each patient’s needs are recognised and met. We are able to offer additional time for consultations, access to quiet spaces, accommodate family and facilitate tailored support throughout treatment. Every patient benefits from a bespoke admission plan, designed collaboratively to ensure they can access our services in a way that works for them as an individual.

World Autism Awareness Day reminds us that true inclusion goes beyond awareness. It is about listening without assumption, adapting without hesitation, and creating spaces where people do not have to change who they are to receive the care they need.

By choosing understanding, we not only improve patient experience — we help build a more compassionate and equitable healthcare environment for all.

To find out more about our bespoke admission support and the conditions we treat please visit our website at www.gammaknife.org.uk

27/03/2026

Yesterday we celebrated World Purple Day. We stand in solidarity with everyone affected by epilepsy.

At the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, we recognise that for many of our patients, a seizure is often the first sign of an underlying neurological condition, and for others, seizures remain a significant part of their ongoing diagnosis and treatment journey.

We are committed to delivering highly personalised care for every individual we treat. From detailed consultation and assessment, through to advanced, targeted radiosurgery and follow-up support, our multidisciplinary teams work closely with each patient to create a treatment admission plan tailored to their specific needs and circumstances. We understand that no two patients are the same, and neither are their experiences.

Increasing public awareness of epilepsy is vital. Greater understanding helps to reduce stigma, encourages earlier recognition of symptoms, and ensures people feel more confident seeking medical advice and support. It also empowers communities to respond appropriately when someone has a seizure, creating safer and more supportive environments for those affected.

Behind every diagnosis is a person, a family, and a story. Today is an opportunity to listen, to learn, and to stand together — so that no one faces epilepsy alone.

To find out more about radiosurgery at the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, please visit our website at www.gammaknife.org.uk

18/03/2026

Since installing the world's first Elekta Esprit stereotactic radiosurgery system at Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Trust in February 2023, the team at the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery has now treated over 2,500 patients, delivering highly precise treatment to more than 4,500 lesions.

Behind these numbers are thousands of individuals and families who have benefited from advanced, non-invasive treatment options—often avoiding traditional surgery and receiving care with remarkable precision.

This milestone reflects the dedication of our multidisciplinary team with over 40 years Gamma Knife experience — neurosurgeons, radiologists, radiographers, physicists, technicians, admin and support staff—whose expertise and collaboration make this level of care possible every day.

Stereotactic radiosurgery continues to transform the management of complex intracranial conditions, enabling us to deliver highly targeted treatment while preserving healthy tissue and improving patient experience.

We are proud of what this technology and our team have achieved together—and even more motivated by the patients whose lives are directly impacted by it.

Thank you to our colleagues, partners and referring centres who continue to place their trust in our service.

03/03/2026

This Brain Tumour Awareness Month, we are proud to support efforts to raise awareness of brain tumours and the profound impact they have on patients, families and carers.

Brain tumours are not a single disease. Some brain tumours are malignant (cancerous), while others are benign (non-cancerous), but both can have serious effects depending on their size, location and rate of growth.

Primary brain tumours start in the brain and are usually named after the cell type they develop from or the area of the brain where they originate. Brain and other central nervous system tumours remain the leading cause of cancer-related death in children in the UK, highlighting the continued need for awareness, early diagnosis, research and access to specialist care.

Secondary brain tumours, also known as brain metastases, begin elsewhere in the body and spread to the brain, common primary sites for cerebral metastases to originate from are breast, lung and melanoma (skin) .

Symptoms can vary depending on where the tumour is located and how quickly it grows. Key signs to be aware of include changes in personality or behaviour, problems with thinking, reasoning or memory, persistent headaches, and seizures (fits). While these symptoms can be caused by a range of conditions, it is important that anyone experiencing them seeks medical advice from their GP as early as possible.

At the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, we provide highly specialised treatment for patients with both primary and secondary brain tumours. Using advanced, precise radiosurgical techniques, using the latest Elekta Gamma Knife technology , our multidisciplinary teams deliver personalised care designed to target tumours accurately while minimising impact on surrounding healthy tissue.

This month, we stand with patients, families, carers and healthcare colleagues, and reaffirm our commitment to delivering expert, compassionate care for everyone affected by brain tumours. We also recognise and support the amazing research and patient support charities whose work is vital in advancing understanding, improving treatments, and providing guidance and hope to those affected by brain tumours. Their contribution is essential to driving progress and ensuring patients and families are not facing this journey alone.

To find out more about radiosurgery and the conditions we treat please visit our website at www.gammaknife.org.uk

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Royal Hallamshire Hospital Glossop Road
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Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8am - 5:30pm
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http://www.gammaknife.org.uk/

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