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Cornwall Surgical Hub Gains National Acclaim
7 Jun
Summary
- St Austell Surgical Hub received national recognition for high clinical care standards.
- The hub performed 4,460 procedures between October 2024 and May 2026.
- Accreditation signifies improved patient care and reduced waiting times in Cornwall.
St Austell Surgical Hub has been nationally recognized for its excellent delivery of clinical care and operational practices. This facility, a collaboration between Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust and Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, has focused on providing treatment closer to patients' homes and significantly reducing waiting times.
From October 2024 to May 2026, the hub successfully performed 4,460 procedures across specialties like gynaecology, ophthalmology, and oral surgery. This accreditation, achieved through NHS England's Getting It Right First Time program, confirms the hub meets rigorous national standards.
Surgery group manager Anneka Southworth highlighted that the accreditation affirms the dedication of their teams and positions the hub for expanded capacity and adoption of new best practices. Chief executive Debbie Richards emphasized that this achievement is a testament to high-quality care delivered through an innovative partnership, bringing tangible benefits and expert surgical care closer to home for Cornwall residents.
