Massive congratulations to Steph - celebrating people like her and the difference her work makes to our community is exactly why we launched these awards.
Congratulations to Steph Taylor, a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in Haemophilia and Allied Bleeding Disorders, who scooped the Physiotherapist of the Year award at The Haemophilia Society's Recognition Awards. Steph was recognised for the care she has provided to a patient for over a decade. Ben Lee, 33, who was diagnosed with severe haemophilia A, a genetic condition caused by an insufficient level of a blood protein, aged just 18 months. His condition causes spontaneous bleeding episodes, leading to significant joint swelling and often confining him to bed rest. Steph, whose work as a physiotherapist focuses on physical activity and helping people with haemophilia be more active, has supported Ben for the 14 years she has worked at OUH. She said: “This recognition means a lot to me, and it was totally unexpected. I was really touched as there are many fabulous physios working in the bleeding disorder community in the UK. “It is a real privilege to work with our amazing patients and the haemophilia team in Oxford and over the years they have certainly helped me become a better physio and person.” “I have known Ben for a long time, and it was very kind of him to nominate me and I am glad I have been able to help him over the years.” Susie Shapiro, Head of Department of the Oxford Haemophilia and Thrombosis Centre, said: “We are really proud of Steph for being nominated by our patients and receiving this award for providing outstanding care. It is a really lovely recognition of the relationship she has built with patients and the benefit they derive from her care and expertise.” Thank you, Steph, for delivering compassionate excellence to our patients. 📷 Steph Taylor (right) and Susie Shapiro