Trachy Talk
Our brand new podcast series from the NTSP will launch in January 2026! The latest new, research and insights from the National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP). Monthly literature updates, specials and interviews from the expert team based in Manchester, UK.
The NTSP is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those with tracheostomies and laryngectomies. All of our resources are housed on our website www.tracheostomy.org.uk, accessed by over 30,000 visitors each month from around the world.
Our goal is to improve the safety and quality of care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies through education. We work closely with patients, families and healthcare professionals to develop new resources to improve care. We’ve collaborated with key stakeholders in tracheostomy care since 2009, and developed freely accessible resources, supported by online learning developed with the UK Department of Health. We’ve worked with the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative since 2012 to improve care for patients and their families everywhere.
We are funded by grants, donations and in partnership with medical device companies through unrestricted awards. We are not tied to any particular brand or manufacturer. All of our work is undertaken by volunteer healthcare staff, patients and their families. You can access our training videos and resources for Basic Care, Emergency Care and Vocalisation & Swallowing. Download and print bedhead signs and emergency algorithms from our resources.
Most of our content is supported by videos. You can support our work by watching or clicking any of the advertising links that appear via the NTSP YouTube Channel.
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Latest Episodes
NTSP Specials (Season 2) Brendan and Shevonne Part 2
This Special Episode is a fascinating interview with Shevonne, the inspirational mum of Henry. This is Part 2 of 4 episodes. Brendan and Shevonne discuss the journey that her family have been on with their little boy who has had a t...
NTSP Specials (Season 2): Brendan and Helen
Helen is a community-based SLT who looks after children with complex needs, including children with tracheostomies. Helen works at the Vale Federation- a group of special schools in Aylesbury in the UK. Brendan and Helen discuss pra...
MacLeod McLaren Patient Safety Medal
The NTSP team meet up before receiving the MacLeod McLaren Patient Safety Medal from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. We cover the origins of the NTSP and Global Tracheostomy Collaborative, the patient perspective, and the different ...
NTSP Specials (Season 2) Brendan and Shevonne Part 4
This Special Episode is a fascinating interview with Shevonne, the inspirational mum of Henry. This is Part 4 of 4 episodes. Brendan and Shevonne discuss the journey that her family have been on with their little boy who has had a t...
NTSP Specials (Season 2) Brendan and Shevonne Part 3
This Special Episode is a fascinating interview with Shevonne, the inspirational mum of Henry. This is Part 3 of 4 episodes. Brendan and Shevonne discuss the journey that her family have been on with their little boy who has had a t...