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Local NHS Trust appoints new medical director
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust has appointed Dr Richard Goodwin, a consultant radiologist at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH), as their new medical director.
Richard has been at NNUH since 2006, holding the position of chief of division for clinical support since 2018, East of England Reginal Clinical Imaging Lead for NHS England since 2021 and Norfolk and Waveney Diagnostic Board chair since 2023.
Speaking about his appointment, Richard said: “I am very much looking forward to joining West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust as medical director at an important time for the organisation.
“The Bury St. Edmunds area has been home to my and my wife’s families for generations and our family and friends rely on the care provided by the Trust, so I am both personally and professionally invested in its continued success. I am keen to get started and get to know the teams across the Trust."
Commenting on Richard’s appointment, chief executive, Dr Ewen Cameron said: “I’m delighted Richard will be joining us as our medical director. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience.
“Richard is a passionate advocate for clinical leadership and service improvement with a strong strategic perspective. His background and skills will stand us in good stead to drive the transformation and change we need as we look to prepare for our new West Suffolk Hospital.”
As medical director, Richard will sit on the Board of the Trust. He will play a central role as the leader of all medical staff in the organisation, develop and drive forward the clinical strategy – including bringing innovation into clinical service delivery - and ensure the Trust is providing excellent care to patients.
Richard will join the Trust in November.
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