Programme Overview
Description
Join the trauma team at Barnsley Casualty Department, for an adrenaline-fueled shift, as this fly-on-the-wall docu series delivers an exclusive look at the frontline operations of an emergency room, from the perspective of those who work there.
As the emergency room opens its doors to cameras for the first time, watch doctors, nurses, and volunteers face a never-ending battle to care for more than 2,000 patients every week. Despite being under-resourced and under pressure, these heroic men and women desperately want to help every patient. Interviews reveal the passion, relief, and fears that drive them through their shift, what they are really thinking when the “red phone” rings, and how they are affected when dealing with the critically ill and wounded.
Filmed with hand-held cameras, featuring testimonials and narration throughout, this unique and uncensored series goes deeper than ever before. Witnessing the inter-personal relationships at play within this close-knit team, discovering how they use humour to get them through the day and exploring what’s really going on in the hearts and minds of this dedicated medical emergency team.
The hospital’s staff are central to this fast-paced series, and the thoughts and experiences of these identifiable, relatable characters infuse every episode with captivating real-life emotion and drama. Offering something for every viewer, Casualty 24/7 is a fascinating combination of suspenseful situations, real-life stories, and educational explanations – presenting the closest ever look at the heroes who stand on the front lines of healthcare.