Achievements and accolades

We are very proud of our teams' and colleagues' achievements, and we have an established track record for delivering exceptional care across our wide range of health care specialities. 

You can find out more about our recent achievements and accolades below.

Presidents of their profession

David Pilborough
Radiographer David's 'immense pride' at role of President of the Society and College of Radiographers

A UHDB radiographer has told of his "immense pride" after taking up the role of President of the Society and College of Radiographers....

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Series of UHDB consultants appointed and promoted to Professor roles at University of Nottingham

UHDB and the University of Nottingham are delighted to announce recent honorary appointments and promotions to Professor of a series of colleagues....

Alison Cropper, Consultant Biomedical Scientist
Consultant becomes first female non-medical president of cytology association

A UHDB consultant has become the first female non-medical President of the British Association for Cytopathology (BAC)....

Miss Mary O'Brien, Consultant Plastic and Hand Surgeon
Consultant becomes first female president of plastic surgeon association

A UHDB surgeon has been named as the President of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS), becoming the first female President of the Association in its 41 year history. BAAPS is...

National achievements

The Medicines Optimisation team has been shortlisted in the 2024 HSJ Patient Safety Awards
National recognition for pharmacy team's work to ensure patients' medication is managed correctly following hospital admission

Pharmacists across UHDB are “proud to be keeping patients safe even after they leave our care” after being recognised at a national level for their work. The Medicines Optimisation te...

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UHDB celebrates Kath Hulkorey's Cavell Star Award for exceptional leadership and compassion

Kath Hulkorey, Deputy Lead Nurse for Professional and Practice Development at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB), has been awarded the prestigious Cavell Star Award i...

Dr Tanya Bleiker
Dermatology consultant Dr Tanya Bleiker awarded prestigious Sir Archibald Gray medal

Congratulations to Dr Tanya Bleiker, dermatology consultant at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton, for being honoured with the Sir Archibald Gray Medal, the highest accolade awarded by the Briti...

Professor Adam Gordon has been awarded an MBE
Professor Adam Gordon awarded MBE for contribution to older people's healthcare

Congratulations to Professor Adam Gordon, Clinical Associate and Consultant Geriatrician at UHDB, who has been awarded an MBE for his services to older people's healthcare....

Clinical service achievements

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UHDB Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) teams shortlisted for two prestigious national awards

We are thrilled that the Medical and Surgical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) teams at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) have been shortlisted for both the HSJ Patient Safety Awards and t...

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#TeamUHDB imaging department selected to share successful training programme at national event

The Imaging and Radiology department at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton were selected to attend the UK's largest Imaging and Oncology event to present their research on the approach used to t...

Teams from Derby and Burton receiving Anaesthetic Clinical Services Accreditation (ACSA).
Anaesthetic teams become one of only 50 in UK to receive prestigious accreditation for patient care

Teams at both University Hospitals of Derby and Burton's (UHDB) acute hospitals have been recognised nationally for providing the highest standards of care to patients when they are 'at their ...

MAKO robot
State-of-the-art robot assists in surgeries of patients having knee and hip replacements at UHDB

Patients who are having a knee or hip replacement at UHDB are benefitting from a state-of-the-art robot that helps assist their procedure, delivering more accurate, less invasive surgery, reduced reco...

Staff accolades

Making a Difference Award 2024
Annual Making a Difference Awards 2024 recognises those driving forward improvements at UHDB

On Friday 20 September, UHDB held its Annual Making a Difference Awards ceremony at Hilton St George's Park with 280 colleagues from UHDB joining in an evening of recognising achievements from across ...

Sarah Johnson, Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist, being presented with her award.
Colleagues gather to recognise positive impact Sarah has on both patients and her team

A clinical nurse specialist dedicated to making a difference to the life of patients undergoing treatment for cancer has been singled out by her colleagues for the innovative care she provides for pat...

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Dedicated Stores Coordinators Keir and Andy celebrated for their dedication to Royal Derby Hospital Renal Unit

Two Stores Coordinators based at the Royal Derby Hospital's Renal Unit have been recognised for their exceptional work ethic and dedicated approach to supporting patients and colleagues alike. ...

Seetha Mohandas MADA
'Exceptional’ Oncology doctor is hailed a ‘shining example of humanity’ by patient’s family for guiding them through cancer diagnosis

A 'humble' doctor who helped a patient recently diagnosed with cancer, has been recognised with a Patient Hero award for their compassion and making a significant impact to the patient and his...