by Cristina Tanner | Feb 10, 2026 | news
Andrew Whittaker and Keith Pearce have been recognised for their outstanding leadership and innovation in cardiac services, through the development of the Rapid Access to Valve Assessment (RAVA) pathway at Wythenshawe Hospital. Faced with dangerously long delays from...
by Cristina Tanner | Feb 10, 2026 | news
The emotional and psychological impact of giving CPR in the community is very real. In those moments, people step forward without warning, often without training, and do everything they can to save a life. Yet once the sirens fade and the crisis passes, support for...
by Cristina Tanner | Feb 10, 2026 | news
Dr Hussain Contractor is recognised not only as a skilled interventional cardiologist and educator, but also as a regional pioneer in the field of secondary prevention. At a time when prevention strategies were not a strong local priority, Dr Contractor consistently...
by Cristina Tanner | Feb 10, 2026 | news
Rachel Holloway has dedicated over 20 years to cardiac rehabilitation and fitness, playing a vital role in supporting heart patients across Oldham. As a Reach Exercise Referral Programme instructor at Oldham Community Leisure, Rachel is known for her warmth,...
by Cristina Tanner | Feb 9, 2026 | news
Nicola Lyons, Associate Director of Performance and Operations for Cardiac Services at MFT, is recognised for her dedication to patient wellbeing beyond the clinical setting, particularly through her pivotal role in creating the Dr Neil Davidson Memorial Garden at...
by James White | Jan 29, 2026 | news
NW Hearts Charity has given a grant to the Catheter Lab at Wythenshawe Hospital to buy two new wheelchairs. These wheelchairs help heart patients move safely and comfortably in the Catheter Lab and nearby areas. Why this matters Before, staff sometimes had to spend...