Medical Awards 2026 winners announced
Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust's (CWPT) second annual Medical Awards took place last month at the University of Warwick. The event celebrates outstanding doctors and medical trainees who have made an impact across CWPT's services.
The venue was transformed into an enchanted forest, as guests enjoyed the awards presentation, a musical performance and comedy from our very own talented doctors.
Award winners
Congratulations to our 2026 Medical Award winners and nominees. The winners are:
- Psychiatric Protégé: George Webster
- FY Doctor of the Year: Dr Charlotte Watson
- CT Champion: Dr Laura Miller
- Physical Health Doctor: Dr Dorothy Simmonds
- ST Doctor of the Year: Dr Onyedkachi Onyeaso
- SAS of the Year: Dr Kavita Krishnan
- Consultant of the Year: Dr Tobias Rowland
- Future Leader: Dr Cammeron Meades
- Compassionate Leader: Dr Eleanor Dryhurst
- CT Trainer: Dr Theresa Xuereb
- ST Trainer: Dr Nadia Saleem
- Teaching Trailblazer: Dr Adam Churchman
- Excellence in Undergraduate Training: Dr Kuenjae Ahn
- Mentor of the Year: Dr Alexander Kakoullis
- Innovation Dynamo: Dr Andy Owen
- Lifetime Legend: Dr Ashok Roy
- Creative Maestro: Dr Kavita Krishnan
- Unsung Hero: Dr K Milward
- Community Impact: Dr Jo Gifford
- CMO Award: Drs Eleanor Dryhurst, Rupinder Kaler and Nadia Saleem
Dr Rupinder Kaler, one of the event organisers and Medical Lead for Recruitment and Retention, said:
The Medical Awards 2026 was a special evening, full of energy, warmth, and a genuine sense of appreciation. It was lovely to come together and celebrate the doctors and trainees who make a difference every day through their skill, compassion, and commitment to healthcare.
Every one of our nominees and winners represents outstanding compassionate, patient centred healthcare. Their dedication, creativity, and leadership make a real difference every day, and we are incredibly proud to celebrate their achievements.
Thank you to our award sponsors and all those who submitted nominations and attended the ceremony.
If you'd like to recognise someone at CWPT who has made a difference to you, the Heart of CWPT Awards is open for nominations. Anyone working or volunteering at CWPT can be nominated for a Heart of CWPT Award. Entries close 24 June.