Inside the world of the operating department practitioner

To mark National ODP Day, UNISON meets two of its ODP members – one old hand, one newcomer, equally dedicated to saving lives

Magazine, UNISON people on the Magazine site.

The unsung heroes of the operating room – and now the pandemic

ODP Day celebrates a little-known health professional

Behind the headlines, Magazine, UNISON people on the Magazine site.
Paul Pearson in scrubs and cap

Back to the scrubs

UNISON branch secretary goes back to work as an operating department practitioner to help tackle coronavirus crisis

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Inspiring the next generation of allied health professions

The Wow Show – showcasing AHP careers to young people

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Joint statement on value of multi-professional team working

CODP joins royal colleges and other professional organisations to stress the importance of professional team working to quality and standards of patient care