NHS Structure

The NHS (National Health Service) in the UK is organized into various levels to provide healthcare. At the top, the Department of Health and Social Care sets overall policies. Below that, NHS England oversees the planning and funding of hospitals and some specialist services. Regional organizations, like NHS Trusts and Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs), manage local hospitals, GP practices, and community services. Hospitals and clinics are the frontline providers, delivering medical care directly to patients. This structure ensures coordinated, accessible healthcare through a network of organizations working together to meet the population’s needs.