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Every year we take some time to celebrate and thank those colleagues who are the best of the best and who exemplify our trust values of Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future.
Yesterday, 27 November, was an unforgettable night filled with recognition, inspiration, and celebration of the people who make 半岛体育 Health such a fantastic place to work - made possible by the support of our wonderful 半岛体育 Health Charity.
Click on each category below to the see full list of nominees and winners.
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Volunteer of the year finalists:
Don Senaratna
Mohammed Farooq
Yashica Rajput
Terry Field
Yogi Keith and Rhiannon
Andy Booth
... and the winner is Andy Booth
Andy has become an invaluable asset to the Wexham Park Hospital team, offering support through conversations, providing refreshments, and assisting the clinical team. During COVID, he played a leading role in distributing donations, boosting staff morale. Andy’s dedication and calm demeanour make a significant impact on patient and visitor experiences.
Patients' choice finalists:
James Robinson
Sue Veltri
Ann-Marie Bibey
Khine Oo Mon
Paul Sidebottom
... and the winner is Khine Oo Mon
Dr. Khine’s exceptional medical expertise and compassionate care on Ward 7 significantly impacted a patient’s recovery. Her proactive adjustments to treatment, attention to detail, and empathetic support made the patient feel valued and supported. Dr. Khine’s dedication to personalized care and collaboration with the team were outstanding.
Equality, diversity and inclusion finalists:
FHFT Preceptorship dream team
Hardeep Bajaj
Knowledge Nyamaradzo
NeuroInclusion Task Force
Tammy Lucas
... and the winner is Tammy Lucas
Tammy led the Stroke Early Supported Discharge team to enhance stroke education and prevention for the local Nepali community. Through engaging educational sessions, she has significantly improved stroke awareness and access to early medical intervention. Her leadership and commitment to health equality are exemplary.
Unsung contribution (clinical) finalists:
Ann-Marie Bibey
Elizabeth Hopkinson
Lindsey Magee
Melody Mandingaise
Natasha Mullender
Said Zaman Khan
Sindy Gill
... and the winner is Said Zaman Khan
Dr. Said, the only junior doctor in the breast unit, is highly regarded for his professionalism, empathy, and dedication. He supports patients through emergencies, conducts audits, and contributes to the MDT. His commitment to patient care and teamwork has earned him widespread appreciation.
Unsung contribution (non-clinical) finalists:
Emma Carr
Ernie Santos
Karen Franklin
Katie Patrick
Kim Leyton
Lisa Carter
Lorna Sampson
Mark Farnham
Matthew Collins
Paul Church
Paul Wilder
Simon Coxson
Zohra Bhatti
... and the winner is Karen Franklin
Karen is a powerhouse in promoting the Trust’s achievements and stories. Her relentless efforts in securing media coverage have transformed the Trust’s profile and boosted morale. Karen’s dedication to supporting staff and patients during media interactions and her ability to nurture media relationships have been instrumental in the Trust’s success.
Team of the year (clinical) finalists:
Antenatal diabetes team
Clinical education team
Complex abdominal wall reconstruction MDT
Paediatric diabetes specialist nursing team
Pharmacy education and training team
Ward F8
... and the winner is the antenatal diabetes team
Since its establishment in 2016, the Antenatal Diabetes Team has made significant improvements in the care of diabetic patients in maternity. Despite a growing caseload, they have enhanced screening processes, improved glucose control, and achieved remarkable outcomes such as reduced caesarean sections and preterm deliveries. Their dedication and teamwork have led to safer and more effective patient care.
Team of the year (non-clinical) finalists:
Cancer services team
Efficiency PMO team
eRostering team
半岛体育 Excellence team
Microbiology team
Patient safety team
... and the winner is the cancer services team
The Cancer Services team has shown outstanding teamwork and dedication, tracking suspected cancer patients from referral to treatment. Despite staff shortages, they have improved cancer data capture significantly, moving from 117th to 20th nationally. Their hard work and adaptability have ensured timely patient care and met Cancer Waiting Time targets.
Outstanding leader finalists:
Edward Behn
Emma Japp
Katie Dagnell
Khine Oo Mon
Lauren Whitfield
Lina Batirashvili
Lisa Carter
Sindy Gill
Tara Dutton
... and the winner is Lauren Whitfield
Lauren’s compassionate leadership and dedication to her teams are truly inspiring. She supports and empowers her staff, promotes wellbeing, and drives quality improvement initiatives. Her proactive approach and commitment to excellence make her an exceptional leader.
Improvement, education and research finalists:
Baby friendly initiative lead team
Digital transformation team
Elizabeth Combeer
Gastroenterology dietitians
Lina Batirashvili
Sindy Gill
Sylvia Wojciechowski
... and the winner is Elizabeth Combeer
Dr. Combeer has revolutionized the teaching program for Anaesthetics Doctors, focusing on helping trainees pass the RCoA exams. She has created fellowships, training posts, and provided extensive support, demonstrating unmatched dedication to education and the future of the department.
... and the winner is Lina Batirashvili
The combination of her leadership of various teams, and turning her FX training into significant and measurable improvements, gave her the edge over what was a very impressive list to choose from.
