What we do
The CCU is a purpose built 10 bedded unit that patients are admitted to for diagnosis and treatment of acute heart problems.
How to access the service
The CCU accepts patients via direct referral from:
- Emergency dept
- Cardiology clinics
- general wards
- Cardiac Catheter lab and
- Assessment units from both RBTH and BGTH.
Admissions must go through a senior clinician such as:
- Emergency Department consultant
- Medical Registrar on call
- Cardiology Registrar
- Associate specialists
- Cardiology consultants
Where to find us
The CCU is located near the Emergency Department on level 1 at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital.
Please note - there is NO visitor access to the Coronary Care Unit from the Emergency Department.
Ward Manager
Doris Robinson
Key staff
Debbie Wilcox - Matron
Dr K Balachandran
Dr S Garg
Dr J McDonald
Dr R Singh
Dr S Singh
Dr S Chadaide
Dr S M Banypersad
Dr G Chakrabarti
Dr N Bukov
Dr E Cerquetani
Abdullah Mistry - Resident Pharmacist
General enquiries
Call 01254 734444
Visiting times
Due to Covid, visiting is currently restricted. Please contact the Coronary Care Unit to book a visit.
