Children's doctor wins public vote prize at Salisbury NHS Awards
Paediatric Consultant Dr Chris Anderson was among the winners
A children's doctor at Salisbury District Hospital has been given an award - after being put forward by local patients and relatives.
Paediatric Consultant Dr Chris Anderson took the Patient Experience prize at the NHS Foundation Trust's annual Staff Awards ceremony.
He's been chosen for 'often going above and beyond, and his ability to effortlessly coordinate with his team whilst maintaining the dignity of and respect for his patients'.
The award is decided through nominations by local people for hospital staff who have made a significant impact upon improving the patient experience, either for an individual patient in their work area or for the Trust.
Other staff awards are based on colleagues’ nominations, or are selected by the Trust’s Chair and CEO.
The event last Thursday (7th September) was held in a marquee in the grounds of the Cathedral Close - it was also followed by a special lunch to thank volunteers at the hospital, and a family fun day for staff and their relatives.
Chief Executive Stacey Hunter said:
“The Staff Awards are a significant event in our annual calendar and are enthusiastically embraced by our local community. They offer the opportunity to applaud our hard-working and committed people and the efforts they make in providing compassionate care for our patients.”