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Annual Making a Difference Awards 2026 - Latest news
Tell us your Patient Hero! Nominations for Making a Difference Awards closing soon

The nominations for UHDB's annual Making a Difference Awards 2026 - funded by the Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity - are closing soon and we want you to share your Patient Hero so they can be reco...

HSJ Patient safety awards 2026 shortlist image, with A&E background
Commitment to patient safety recognised with three national award shortlists

Three teams at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) have made the shortlist for the 2026 HSJ Patient Safety Awards - recognising people, teams and organisations who are going above and beyo...

Charlie Wilkinson has received a Making a Difference Award
Hip replacement cyclist thanks physio helping him on the road to recovery after bike accident

A man who needed a total hip replacement after falling off his bike has praised a UHDB colleague who supported him "during the low points" and helped him get back to his passion for outdoor activities...

Volunteer Long Service Awards 2026
'Legendary' Meryl among volunteers thanked for 530 years combined serviceĀ 

Volunteers from across our hospital sites, who have chalked up a combined total of 530 years of service, have been celebrated and recognised at an awards ceremony at Royal Derby Hospital. Volunteers ...