Lewisham nurse stars on CBBC's Operation Ouch!

April 7, 2026
South London News NHS & Wellbeing Desk

Lewisham deaf paediatric nurse Asha Hylton stars on CBBC's Operation Ouch!

Deaf Paediatric Nurse on Operation Ouch!

Asha Hylton, a paediatric nurse at University Hospital Lewisham, has been featured on CBBC's Operation Ouch!. The programme explores medicine and biology for young audiences.

The TV crew spent a day with Ms Hylton in the Paediatric Emergency Department. They documented her vital work and the adaptive tools and communication methods she employs.

These include an adaptive stethoscope, British Sign Language interpreters, lip-reading, and assistive technology. Ms Hylton stated, "I had a great time filming on Operation Ouch! I’m proud to represent LGT as a deaf paediatric nurse."

She added, "There are many colleagues in the NHS who have disabilities, and it’s important that I can speak up and show them that it is possible, it can be done with the right support and access." Ms Hylton is passionate about caring for children and young people.

Promoting Inclusivity in Healthcare

The feature aims to demonstrate that with the right support and access, individuals with disabilities can excel in healthcare roles. Ms Hylton's participation underscores the importance of inclusivity within the NHS.

The Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust expressed pride in Ms Hylton's work. The episode is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

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