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An additional clinic was held each week by the Resident Medical
Officer for the collection of blood samples, so that the Hospital Staff
knew in advance all the essential facts for each individual patient in cast
blood transfusion was subsequently needed at any time during Labour
or in the puerperium.
Gas-Air Analgesia.
All members of the Nursing Staff were trained in the administration
of gas-air analgesia, and courses of lectures, combined with practical
experience in the operation of the various types of apparatus suitable
for use by midwives, were given by a specialist anaesthetist.
Training of Pupil Midwives.
Since 1944 the Hospital has been recognised by the Central Midwives'
Board as a training school for pupil midwives for Part I of the
Training Regulations of the Board.
During the period 12 pupils completed training and 8 passed the
examination for Part I.
Consulting Staff.
Mr. Douglas Lindsay, M.D., F.R.C.O.G., in his capacity of
Obstetric Consultant attended at the request of the Resident Medical
Officer and of General Practitioners to give advice and treatment in all
cases presenting special difficulties. He was also always ready to discuss
any case with the Resident Medical Officer on the occasion of his
weekly visits to Hospital to conduct the Ante- and Post-natal Clinics on
behalf of the Beckenham Health & Welfare Committee, and this
assistance was very much appreciated.
Dr. N. M. Jacoby was the Consulting Paediatrician to the Hospital
Dr. Jacoby paid regular weekly visits to the Hospital and advised
generally on the care of all infants, with particular reference to premature
infants. His services were also available at any time for any emergency.