Hospital Equipment Solutions for Better Patient Outcomes and Operational Efficiency

At Healthcare Matters, we understand the daily challenges hospitals face in balancing patient care, equipment availability, and operational pressures. Across the UK, healthcare professionals must safely mobilise patients, reduce deconditioning, and support timely discharge, all while maintaining compliance and safety standards.

We currently support hospitals in North Wales, Liverpool, Cheshire, Shropshire, and the Wirral, providing responsive, reliable equipment solutions that improve patient outcomes and streamline hospital workflows.

Our Hospital Equipment Services

Healthcare Matters offers tailored solutions to meet the complex demands of busy hospital environments. Our products and services help clinical teams deliver faster, safer, and more effective care.

Specialist Clinical Seating
Our specialist seating solutions support safe patient mobilisation and rehabilitation, helping patients regain strength and confidence during their hospital stay.

Bariatric Equipment Packages
From beds and chairs to pressure mattresses and lifting solutions, our bariatric equipment ensures safety, comfort, and dignity for patients with complex needs.

Discharge Support Equipment
Efficient discharge pathways are crucial. Our packages include beds, mattresses, hoists, slings, shower chairs, and commodes, delivered quickly to support timely patient discharge.

Servicing, Repairs, and Maintenance
Equipment downtime can disrupt patient care. Our servicing and repair teams ensure all hospital equipment meets LOLER and PUWER standards, is safe to use, and fully operational.

NHS-Audited Decontamination Services
Infection control is critical. All decontamination services are NHS-audited, ensuring equipment is clean, safe, and ready for patient use.

Why NHS Hospitals Choose Healthcare Matters

Hospitals trust Healthcare Matters because we provide more than equipment—we deliver measurable impact.

• Faster Patient Mobilisation and Reduced Length of Stay – Equipment availability enables patients to begin rehabilitation sooner.
• Safer and Quicker Discharges – Our discharge solutions ensure patients leave with the right equipment, reducing readmissions.
• Real-Time Equipment Transparency – Our rental portal offers live updates on repairs, requests, and returns, giving hospitals full control.
• Award-Winning, Trusted Partner – Recipient of the NHS Excellence in Supply Award for our managed seating service at Whiston Hospital (Mersey and West Lancashire Trust), demonstrating reliability and quality.

Hear From Clinical Teams

"Healthcare Matters has transformed how we manage specialist seating and bariatric equipment. Their rapid response times and transparent rental portal mean we always know exactly what equipment is on site and in use. This has improved patient outcomes and taken pressure off our clinical teams."
— Senior Occupational Therapist, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Partner With Us for Better Hospital Care

Whether you need urgent hospital equipment, are planning a managed service, or are enhancing discharge pathways, Healthcare Matters is here 24/7 to support your hospital. We provide safe, sustainable, and responsive equipment solutions that help your teams deliver better care faster.

Contact us today to discuss how we can support your hospital services. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Which hospitals do you support?
We currently provide equipment solutions and support to NHS Trusts and hospitals across North Wales, Liverpool, Cheshire, Shropshire, and the Wirral. If your hospital is located outside these areas, please still get in touch, we may be able to provide support or discuss tailored solutions to meet your needs.

2. What types of hospital equipment do you provide?
We offer a wide range of hospital equipment, including:

• Specialist clinical seating 

•  Beds, pressure mattresses, gantry hoists 

• Bariatric beds, chairs, gantry hoists and pressure mattresses

• Discharge support equipment such as hoists, slings, shower chairs, and commodes

• Equipment servicing, repairs, and NHS-audited decontamination services

3. How quickly can you deliver equipment?
We aim to respond rapidly to urgent equipment needs. For most hospitals within our coverage areas, equipment can be delivered same-day or next-day, ensuring patient care and discharge pathways are not delayed.

4. Are your services compliant with NHS standards?
Yes. All equipment is serviced and maintained to meet LOLER and PUWER standards, and our decontamination services follow NHS-audited protocols to ensure safety and infection control.

5. Can you support discharge planning for patients?
Absolutely. Our discharge support packages include all necessary equipment to enable safe, timely discharges, reduce readmissions, and support hospital workflow efficiency.

6. How can hospitals track their equipment?
We provide a real-time rental portal that allows hospitals to monitor equipment requests, repairs, and returns, giving full visibility and control over all items on site.

7. Do you offer ongoing support and maintenance?
Yes. Our team provides 24/7 support, regular servicing, and emergency repairs to ensure equipment remains fully operational and compliant at all times.

 

Written by Katherine Matthias, Healthcare Matters