HANDS ON

Help us improve patient care — share your story and help us shape the future of hand surgery in the United Kingdom. We welcome ALL voices regardless of background or experience.

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About us

HANDS ON is a collaborative network for memebers of the public and healthcare professionals. We are here to make improve the lives of patients with hand conditions.

About you

If you are a patient, a family member, a caregiver, or just interested in this field, we welcome you to join us. No special knowledge required, just a desire to share your perspective.

Our Goals

To give everyone the opportunity to influence the future care of patients with hand conditions. This includes how care is delivered, information shared, and research areas prioritised.

Get Involved

We need to hear your stories and understand everyone's perspective. Make a difference by:

join the BSSH as a public representative
reviewing patient information leaflets and material
giving us your perspective on where to focus research
helping us get others to participate in research projects

How we will use your data:

Your details will be held on the secure 'BSSH Hands On' database. When opportunities become available, you will be contacted to see if you are interested in getting involved.

The British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH) respects your privacy and is committed to maintaining your personal information in accordance with the requirements of the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act. We will take all reasonable steps to ensure that your personal data is kept secure against unauthorised access, loss, disclosure or destruction.

Please read our privacy policy before signing up so you are aware how we collect and look after your personal data. It will also help to explain your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

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Research opportunities
Reviewing patient information
Joining a BSSH Committee as a patient rep

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