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Last night Circle Health Group were honoured to be presented with the prestigious Order of St Panteleimon Award by His Eminence Bishop Kenneth Nowakowski, the Eparchial Bishop of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of the Holy Family in London.   The event took place at UCL and brought together organisation’s such as the British Red Cross and Ukrainian Medical Charity that worked alongside our teams and hospitals to provide desperately needed medical aid to Ukraine.   St Panteleimon is the patron saint of physicians and midwives and the award is recognised as the highest honour for Ukrainian medical professionals. This is the first time that a British organisation has been a recipient of the award.   In attendance to receive the medal, were Paolo Pieri, Dr Massoud Fouladi and members of our procurement team who worked tirelessly to collect, organise and load hundreds of pallets to six teaching hospitals in Ukraine.   Our work to support the medical community in Ukraine would not have been possible without the support and generosity of our suppliers. Also in attendance were representatives from Toffeln and JUNE MEDICAL who were key partners throughout.   Paolo Pieri, CEO of Circle Health Group, said:   “It is an honour for Circle Health Group to receive this national award for our work to support vulnerable patients and hospitals. My thanks to the Order of St Panteleimon, our hospital, procurement team, Dr Massoud Fouladi and our suppliers for their support getting emergency aid to where it was needed most.”   CC: Angela Spang, Harry Turner & Oksana Lovochkina. Image descriptions:   Image 1: Three individuals stand together at an award ceremony. One person, a woman in the centre, holds a framed award plaque. The group is dressed in formal attire. Behind them is a large Ukrainian flag made with the blue and yellow visible.   Image 2: Four individuals stand together at an award ceremony. One person, a woman in the centre, holds a framed award plaque. The group is dressed in formal attire. Behind them, a large screen displays an ornate emblem featuring a cross with the image of a saint. The setting is indoors with dark blue curtains.   Image 3: a certificate awarded to Circle Health Group. Text reads: "Circle Health Group is awarded with Award for professionalism and mercy <The Order of St. Panteleimon> as the winner of the 2023-2024 competitive selection in the nomination for significant contribution to the Ukranian people's struggle for freedom and independence."   It has been signed by Head of the Honorable Council, Vasyl Kniazevych on July 27, 2024, in Kyiv. The certificate has ornate red borders and gold background.   Image 4: a presentation screen displays the title "Award for professionalism and mercy" and "Order of Saint Panteleimon" with the subtitle "Honor of medical profession!" To the left of the screen is an emblem featuring a saint's image on an ornate cross. A Ukrainian flag stands to the right of the screen.

We welcome the Government’s announcement and have long championed the right for patients to choose where and when they have their treatment delivered. As the UK’s largest private hospital operator, we know first-hand how important utilising all available diagnostic and operating theatre capacity, is for slashing waiting times. We support putting choice at the heart of the Government’s strategy. NHS patients need to know they can access NHS care free at our hospitals, with the hospital simply receiving the same fee as any NHS organisation. We are proud to work in partnership with the NHS and have a long-track record of delivering outstanding care at scale. We look forward to working with the Government to bring down waiting lists across the NHS. Commenting on the announcement, Paolo Pieri, CEO of Circle Health Group, said: “It's so important that patients are fully informed about their right to choose NHS care at any hospital - whether independent or NHS. The Government’s drive to enhance patient choice is something we welcome, and we encourage all patients when they visit their GP to ask what choice of hospital is available to them.” Independent Healthcare Providers Network (IHPN) The below description is for viewers with a visual impairment. Image: White text on blue background reading the opening line of the announcement. Circle Health Group white logo appears underneath the text.

As Christmas day approaches, our Countdown to Christmas giveaway draws to a close. The final winners have received their gifts and all of our lucky winners throughout the month have been overjoyed with their prizes. Day 14: Fiona Gray, Healthcare Assistant, was presented with a John Lewis Hamper thanks to the generosity of MediTalent. Day 15: Aurel Lewis, Patient Administrator, was the winner of a Wellbox Hamper gifted by Marsh Farmer. Day 16: We had two lucky winners… One of our Registered Nurses was gifted a Virgin Experience Days voucher with great thanks to Retinue. Julie Andrews, Executive Assistant, was presented with a Wellbox Hamper kindly donated by Assura plc. Day 17: Tina Blocksidge, Housekeeper, was the lucky winner of a Family Celebration Hamper courtesy of QA Ltd. Day 18: There were two winners… Carol Booth, Registered Nurse, was delighted to receive B&M voucher thanks to Reward Gateway. Jamie Bentley, Sonographer, received a Sports Shoes voucher and a hoodie courtesy of Total Active Hub. Day 19: Samuel Harle, Corporate Buyer, was very happy to receive a virtual wine tasting session, gifted by Laithwaites Wine. Day 20: Precious Okereke, Senior Registered Nurse, was thrilled to be gifted an Amazon Fire Tablet, kindly donated by Charles Cameron and Associates - CC&A. Day 21: Linda Briers, Theatre Practitioner, received a Festive Feast Hamper with great thanks to Social Supermarket | Certified B Corp.   Day 22: The happy winner of a Hotel Chocolat Hamper was one of our Endoscopy Supervisors. Day 23: Matthew Young, Senior Radiographer was delighted to receive an Advent Calendar generously donated by Cartwright & Butler.   Day 24: We had another two lucky winners, Billy Clayton, Senior Physiotherapist and one of our Medical Secretaries, who both received a £300 voucher. And our final winner… Day 25: Alan O’Connor, Engineering Assistant, was thrilled to be gifted two hospitality tickets in an Executive box at Anfield Stadium, all thanks to the generosity of Ampito Group. Congratulations to all of our winners this year and a huge thanks to our generous suppliers for their support. Document description: 10 slides featuring different employees from Circle Health Group hospitals in different poses, holding their Christmas Countdown gift and/or holding a letter with "Countdown to Christmas" at the top alongside the Circle Health Group logo.

We are almost at the end of another remarkable year for Circle Health Group so to wrap-up our Celebration Week, we wanted to showcase just some of the major upgrades and changes that have taken place at our network of hospitals.   Over the past twelve months, we delivered substantial investment in equipment with The Chiltern Hospital, The Alexandra Hospital and Ross Hall Hospital all benefitting from updated mammography capabilities. At The Hampshire Clinic, the CT and MRI capabilities were replaced, Bath Clinic received a refurbishment of its imaging department, and The Manor Hospital saw their physio and minor ops facilities upgraded. We've also installed a new static MRI machine at Sarum Road Hospital, upgraded Goring Hall Hospital's parking facilities with EV charging points, and unveiled The Atrium at The Ridgeway Hospital - a welcoming space designed around our patients' needs including enhanced waiting areas and modern consulting rooms.   Looking forward into the New Year, we are excited to welcome Circle Cheshire Clinic and Inverness Outpatients to the Circle family. Document description: Image 1: a collage showing Ross Hall Clinic Braehead's exterior sign, an MRI scanner room with skylight, and a modern physiotherapy gym with exercise equipment. The title reads "Investing in the future". Image 2: aerial views of Goring Hall Hospital's new car park with text explaining the addition of electric vehicle charging points. Image 3: a collage showing Ross Hall Clinic Braehead's exterior entrance, interior corridor with wooden flooring, and white reception desk. Image 4: two images of the new physiotherapy centre at Ross Hall Braehead, showing treatment beds and exercise equipment in a modern space. Image 5: interior views of Albyn Hospital's new Dunnottar Ward, showing a corridor with patient rooms and an patient bedroom with en-suite. Image 6: a collage showing Sarum Road Hospital's new MRI suite with skylight, control room, and a patient waiting area with woodland artwork. Image 7: exterior views of The Ridgeway Hospital's new Atrium building, featuring modern wooden cladding and large windows.

As we approach the latter end of our Celebration Week, we are reflecting on some (but not all) important moments of recognition from 2024 that showcased our commitment to excellence in healthcare.   In the past twelve months, Circle Health Group was awarded HealthInvestor's 'Private Hospital Group of the Year' (for an unprecedented fourth year in a row), LaingBuisson's 'Hospital Group of the Year', and, just last week, we received the prestigious Order of St Panteleimon Award (in recognition of our collective efforts to provide desperately needed medical aid to Ukraine). At a local level, The Duchy Hospital and The Droitwich Spa Hospital both achieved 'Good' CQC (Care Quality Commission) ratings, Goring Hall Hospital and The Blackheath Hospital celebrated their 30th and 40th anniversaries serving their local community, and several special guests helped our hospitals to unveil state-of-the-art diagnostics units. And, there is so much more to look forward to in 2025 including the 90th anniversary of Mount Alvernia Hospital! Image descriptions: Slide 1: group of six people in formal attire stand on stage at an awards ceremony. The headline title reads "Recognising achievements". Slide 2: Three people in formal wear pose with an award trophy. The background is dark grey with white panels displaying sponsor logos. Slide 3: three photos in collage format. One image has a presentation slide with the Order of Saint Panteleimon award logo, alongside two more photos showing people holding the award. Slide 4: two photos showing hospital staff with Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, at the opening of a new imaging unit. Staff wear white uniforms and there's a blue and white balloon arch. Slide 5: two celebration photos of hospitals receiving "Good" CQC ratings. Slide 6: three photos of Goring Hall Hospital: a historic exterior view, an old black and white interior showing a staircase, and current staff celebrating 30 years with blue number balloons on the same staircase. Slide 7: three photos showing Dan Biggar. They include a group photo with staff in a gym-like setting, Dan holding a Welsh rugby jersey, and speaking at an awards ceremony. The images introduce him as the group's first Executive Coach and Leadership Ambassador. Slide 8: two photos with one from Bath Clinic showing TV presenter Kenny Doughty at the opening of a new imaging department, and another showing Martin Dobson, former footballer, after 'life-changing' surgery at The Beaumont Hospital. Slide 9: two photos showing Alan Titchmarsh visiting Sarum Road Hospital's new diagnostics suite - one under a blue and white balloon arch with senior staff, and another speaking with employees in a corridor. Slide 10: a formal awards ceremony photo showing Circle Health Group receiving the 'Hospital Group of the Year' award at the LaingBuisson Awards 2024.

This year, our local hospitals and national services have not just provided expert care for our patients – they’ve gone above and beyond, transforming even more lives through their local fundraising efforts. From charities that offer strength and support for anybody living with life-limiting illnesses or grief, to those combatting homelessness and hardship in the community, our local hospitals and our amazing employees champion compassion. While not an exhaustive list, these are just some of the many charities that Circle Health Group hospitals and teams have raised money for in 2024. We have nationally supported the British Skin Foundation and Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association. Our National Enquiry Centre supported the Brightest Star Charity. The London Independent Hospital supported the Alzheimer's Society. The Alexandra Hospital supported The Brain Tumour Charity. Kings Park Hospital supported EILIDH BROWN MEMORIAL FUND. The Manor Hospital supported Sue Ryder. Three Shires Hospital supported Northampton Hope Centre. Goring Hall Hospital supported Beehive Centre. St Edmunds Hospital supported Suffolk Accident Rescue Service. The Park Hospital supported Nottinghamshire Mind. Thornbury Hospital supported Snowdrop Project. Woodlands Hospital supported Great North Air Ambulance Service. Bishops Wood Hospital supported Michael Sobell House. Syon Clinic supported The Mulberry Centre. The Sloane Hospital supported The Maypole Project. Mount Alvernia Hospital supported Macmillan Cancer Support. The Winterbourne Hospital supported Margaret Green Animal Rescue. The Harbour Hospital supported Wessex Cancer Support. The Priory Hospital supported Age UK. CC: David Cooper & Adam Busby. Document description: Slide 1: collage of photos on a blue shiny background showing various charity and community activities. The text reads, "Giving something back - Supporting 38 (chosen) charities across the UK and many more." Slide 3: two men in business attire are shaking hands in front of a screen displaying the "Circle Health Group" logo. The text highlights that £10,000 was donated to the British Skin Foundation to support pioneering melanoma research. The British Skin Foundation's logo is visible in the top-right corner. Slide 4: a portrait of David Cooper, Chief People Officer, is shown alongside a quote. The quote highlights achievements in supporting charitable causes, mentioning teams at CHG raising over £90,000 through activities like running, swimming, baking, and biking. Slides 2, 5, 6 & 7: selection of photographs featuring Circle Health Group employees in various poses as they raise money for local charities.

Having initially been told, "You'll never run again", Karl Hick attended Three Shires Hospital for a second opinion on his knee injury. A meeting with Mr Pierre Nasr changed everything, and despite the odds, he went on to represent Great Britain and secured a silver medal at the World Masters Athletics 2024. "The combination of Mr Nasr's superb skill, the team at Three Shires, and some hard work meant I was back on track faster than expected. It was a special feeling to know that I could compete in Sweden." Congratulations to Karl on his remarkable win – a testament to why you should never give up on your dreams. Image description: Group of athletes standing on a podium at a sports event, holding flags of the United Kingdom, United States, and Sweden. They are celebrating with medals around their necks. The backdrop features event logos.

As we look back on the year, we are proud to celebrate the many notable achievements of our hospitals, including the awarding of new accreditations and the renewal of existing ones! Throughout 2024, we have showcased excellence through our commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. Document descriptions: Slide 1: four polaroid-style photos on a blue sparkly background. The main headline text reads "Clinical Excellence" with subheading text which reads: ‘In 2024, our hospitals collectively reached a significant milestone, with new accreditations awarded and existing accreditations successfully renewed.’ Slide 2: four different scenes featuring groups of healthcare workers posing together. The caption says "Over 34 hospitals have been accredited with the JAG award". There is text by each image with the names of featured hospitals - The London Independent Hospital, The Kings Oak and Cavell Hospitals, The Park Hospital and Chelsfield Park Hospital. Slide 3: three different healthcare-related scenes. The caption states that 19 hospitals have been accredited with the MQEM (Macmillan Cancer Support) award. Hospitals mentioned include Three Shires Hospital, The Alexandra Hospital and Ross Hall Hospital. Slide 4: four different healthcare-related scenes. The caption says that 'Over 40 hospitals have been accredited with the NJR (National Joint Registry) Gold award. Hospitals mentioned include The Manor Hospital, The Saxon Clinic, The Blackheath Hospital and Shirley Oaks Hospital. Slide 5: four different healthcare-related scenes. The caption says that 'Over 45 hospitals have been accredited with the AFPP. Hospitals mentioned include The Saxon Clinic, Kings Park Hospital, Chelsfield Park and The Priory Hospital. Slide 6: three different healthcare-related scenes. The caption says that 'Over 50 hospitals have been accredited with the ANTT award. Hospitals mentioned include Three Shires, Goring Hall Hospital and Ross Hall. Slide 7: one healthcare-related scene featuring two employees from The Saxon Clinic holding a large certificate that reads "The National Autistic Society". The image has a caption that says "8 hospitals have been accredited with the National Autistic Society Award".

Meet Alina, one of our international recruits who left her home in Pakistan for a new opportunity at The Blackheath Hospital in London. Her story is one of determination, ambition and the rewards that come when you take a leap of faith.   In this post, Alina opens up about her move to the UK, meeting her new team and successfully completing her OSCE (Observed Structured Clinical Examination) exam.   If you live outside of the UK and would like to explore a career with us, please visit our website here https://bit.ly/CHG-Careers or email overseas@circlehealthgroup.co.uk. Document description: Slides featuring a photograph of The Blackheath Hospital in the background and our employee Alina in the foreground. Alina is wearing a dark blue lanyard and shirt. Slide 1: Alina's Story: From Pakistan to the UK Slide 2: "Originally from Pakistan, I worked as a theatre nurse in a tertiary care hospital. Moving to the UK was a mix of excitement and nerves, but as a confident person, I was ready to embrace this new chapter and begin my journey at Circle Health Group." Slide 3: "One of my biggest challenges was the OSCE exam, but I wasn’t alone. With the incredible support of my Practice Based Educator, the OSCE team, and preparation sessions in Birmingham, the process felt achievable and even enjoyable." Slide 4: "I connected with amazing overseas nurses, shared experiences, and built lasting bonds. Together, we grew, laughed, and supported one another - and I’m proud to say I passed my OSCE on the first attempt!" Slide 5: "After passing the exam, I was paired with a fantastic mentor in the clinical setting. This buddy system was a game-changer - it allowed me to gain hands-on experience and feel supported as I adapted to the role." Slide 6: "Now, I’m proud to not only work confidently in theatres but also help new overseas nurses prepare for their OSCE exams. Giving back to others in the same way I was supported feels incredibly rewarding." Slide 7: "Working at Blackheath Hospital, has been a fulfilling experience. The management and the overseas OSCE preparation team are not just supportive but incredibly skilled. It’s a pleasure to work in such a collaborative and uplifting environment." Slide 8: "I feel confident, empowered, and grateful to be part of this amazing team. If I could sum it up: my journey with Circle Health Group has been nothing short of extraordinary!" Slide 9: Visit our Careers website to learn more about a career at Circle Health Group.

Today is the start of our new 'Celebration Week' initiative, an opportunity to reflect on some of the major milestones, achievements and stories from across Circle Health Group in 2024... and what better way to start than by highlighting our amazing people! This year, we are proud to have successfully supported our staff by advancing their professional growth, helping existing employees develop and strengthen their leadership skills, and welcoming international talent into the business. Document description: Picture 1: Four colleagues on a blue sparkly background. The main text reads: 'We believe in our people: supporting them to achieve big'. Picture 2: The top of the image features a blue sparkly banner at the top. Text reads: 'In 2024, we proudly welcomed 76 international recruits'. Below is a map of the world with illustrative flags marking locations across the globe: UAE, Nigeria, Philippines, India, Sri Lanka and Nepal. Picture 3: A picture of Brenda overlaid on the blue sparkly background. There is a large quote in the middle of the image that says "Being a part of the Circle Health Group has been spectacular! It's been the most rewarding experience; the support I have received from my colleagues has been exceptional—they treat all staff like one big family." Picture 4: A picture of Ebenezer overlaid on the blue sparkly background. There is a large quote which reads "Being part of the team at Three Shires Hospital has been a privilege. I've learned so much from my theatre colleagues, whose mentorship has helped me grow both personally and professionally, allowing me to better serve my patients." Picture 5: Half of the page features a blue sparkly background, while the other half is white. On the blue sparkly background, the text reads: 'Over 85% of senior appointments in the past year have been filled by internal candidates'. On the white background, there is an icon of people, with the text: 'Nearly 300 employees are currently enrolled on either a clinical or non-clinical apprenticeship - these vary from Nursing Associate, Diagnostic Radiographer, HR Support, Data Technician and more.' On the right-hand side, there is another icon of people, with the text: 'Over 600 employees have been enrolled on Leadership and Management programme - these vary from Future Leaders, Recognising Leadership, Operational Leadership and more.' Picture 6: Features a picture of Amanda overlaid on the blue sparkly background. There is a large quote which reads "Since 2011, I have benefited greatly from significant investment in my professional development. Starting in a clinical role, I completed ILM Level 3 and Level 5 qualifications, building a strong foundation in leadership. This prepared me for my transition to Director of Operations in 2021. Completing the Circle Towards Outstanding programme further enhanced my skills, enabling me to drive operational excellence and deliver high-quality outcomes."