RBFT Teams Celebrate University Department Recognition

We are delighted to congratulate colleagues from Diabetes & Endocrinology and Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) on being awarded University Department status through the Partnership’s Recognition of Excellence Scheme.

The award recognises departments that demonstrate excellence across clinical care, education and workforce development, and research and innovation. It celebrates teams that are not only delivering outstanding services today, but are also helping to shape the future of healthcare through partnership working, teaching, research and continuous improvement.

These latest awards represent another important milestone in the growing partnership between Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Reading. They reflect the commitment, expertise and ambition of colleagues who are working every day to improve outcomes for patients, support the development of future healthcare professionals and create a culture where innovation can thrive.

A Partnership Success

University Department status is designed to recognise departments that excel across all three pillars of a modern university health partnership: outstanding patient care, excellence in education and workforce development, and a commitment to research and innovation.

The success of both departments demonstrates the strength of the partnership between RBFT and the University of Reading and the opportunities that emerge when healthcare, education and research work together towards shared goals. As the Partnership continues to grow, these awards help showcase the exceptional work taking place across the organisation while inspiring other teams to pursue their own ambitions in education, research and innovation.

Congratulations to everyone involved in both applications. Achieving University Department status is a significant accomplishment and a testament to the dedication, expertise and collaborative spirit of colleagues across Diabetes & Endocrinology and ENT. We look forward to supporting both departments as they build on this success in the years ahead.