A pioneering partnership that aims to propel Leeds Cancer Centre to the forefront of cancer care both nationally and internationally, has been shortlisted for an esteemed HSJ Partnership Award.
The 15-year partnership extension between Ergéa UK, St James’s Oncology SPC Ltd (SJO), Equans, and Leeds Cancer Centre, part of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, has been nominated for the ‘Best Healthcare Provider Partnership’ in recognition for its outstanding dedication to improving healthcare and effective collaboration with the NHS.
The partnership will see Ergéa UK provide Leeds Cancer Centre with a comprehensive range of radiology and radiotherapy systems. This includes advanced imaging and medical equipment, ensuring the continued availability of cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities.
This equipment update includes 26 radiology systems and 19 radiotherapy systems, as well as an enhanced equipment and refurbished rooms to create a modern, attractive environment. In addition, Ergéa UK’s services ensure around the clock monitoring, maintenance, and support for critical cancer equipment, guaranteeing uninterrupted patient care and access to the latest technological upgrades.
The partnership has already yielded significant benefits for patients with the addition of a state-of-the-art MRI Simulator, made possible through charitable funding from the Leeds Hospitals Charity. The Leeds Cancer Centre is one of the select few centres in England to offer this cutting-edge imaging technology, which produces high-definition, high-contrast images that enable precise, targeted treatments while minimising side effects.
On behalf of all the partners, we are delighted to have been shortlisted for a HSJ award. The partnership unites specialised healthcare expertise, cutting-edge technology, and infrastructure proficiency, reaffirming our commitment to enhancing patient experiences, improving outcomes, and delivering world-class cancer treatment.”
John Muolo, Executive Vice President and Director of Strategic Relationships at Ergéa UK
It always gives me great pleasure to congratulate our finalists at this stage of the judging process and this year is no exception as we acknowledge Ergéa UK, St James’s Oncology SPC Ltd (SJO), Equans, and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust for being shortlisted in the category of Best Healthcare Provider Partnership with the NHS.
“The calibre of entries left our panel of expert judges with some tough decisions to deliberate over. However, it’s always important to remember that the HSJ Partnership Awards are not just a celebration of success stories, but also a platform to shape the future collaboration within the NHS.
We can’t wait to welcome our finalists to the awards ceremony in March and to recognise and applaud such impressive achievements across the sector.
Alastair McLellan, HSJ Editor
The HSJ Partnership Awards recognise the most effective collaborations with the NHS and highlight the benefits which working with the private and third sectors as a long-term trusted partnership can bring to patients and NHS organisations.
Now in its seventh year, 228 entries have been received for this year’s Partnership Awards, with 188 projects and individuals meriting inclusion on the final shortlist, The high volume – and exceptional quality – of applications once again mirrors the impressive levels of innovation and care continually being developed across the UK’s healthcare system.
The selected winners will be announced during the awards ceremony at Evolution London on 21st of March 2024.
The 2023 awards judging panel was made up of a diverse range of highly influential and respected figures within the healthcare community, including; Tosca Fairchild, Chief of Staff, South East London ICB, Matthew Hopkins, Chief Executive, Mid and South Essex NHS FT, Shabina Azmi, Chief Pharmacist, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes ICB, Professor Edward Kunonga, Director of Population Health Management, NENC ICB and NECS, as well as a range of esteemed healthcare leaders from across the UK.
The full list of nominees for the 2024 HSJ Partnership Awards can be found at https://partnership.hsj.co.uk/