Reflecting on an Extraordinary Year: A Message of Thanks from CHEC Post Date : December 19, 2025 Healthcare , News 3 minutes read As the festive season arrives, it provides a wonderful opportunity to pause and look back on what has been a truly remarkable year for CHEC. From expanding our clinical reach to receiving national recognition for our workplace culture, 2025 has been defined by growth, excellence, and a shared commitment to our patients. None of these achievements would be possible without the trust of our patients, the collaboration of our partners, and the tireless dedication of the entire CHEC family. Expanding Our Care This year, we took significant steps to ensure that high-quality, community-based healthcare is more accessible than ever. We were proud to: Launch our Dermatology service, bringing specialist skin care to the heart of the community. Launch our ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) services, addressing vital patient needs. Extend our Gastroenterology service, further strengthening our diagnostic and treatment capabilities. Celebrate a milestone in the North East, where our Newcastle Gateshead site welcomed its 5,000th patient. Making a Measurable Impact The scale of our work this year reflects our mission to reduce waiting times and provide efficient, compassionate care. Across our community hospitals, we have achieved: AchievementImpact in 2025Total Patient Appointments514,024Total Patients Treated219,252CPD Points Awarded5,905University Placement Days531 Beyond the numbers, our presence in the wider healthcare community remained strong. We hosted 32 events and exhibited at 27 others, ensuring we stay at the forefront of clinical innovation and professional development. Award-Winning Excellence We are incredibly proud that our efforts to provide a world-class environment for both patients and staff have been recognised by prestigious bodies. This year, CHEC was honoured with: Best Specialist Care Provider 2025 at the Business Brilliance & Healthcare Awards. HSJ Independent Healthcare Provider Shortlist for Best Provider of Community and Primary Care. Three People Awards: Accreditations from Great Places to Work, Thrive at Work, and Investors in People. These accolades are a testament to our team’s hard work and our belief that a supported, engaged workforce is the key to delivering outstanding patient outcomes. Looking Ahead to 2026 As we step into the new year, our commitment to delivering excellent healthcare remains steadfast. We look forward to another year of clinical advancements and improving lives through our core specialisms in Ophthalmology, Dermatology, ENT, and Gastroenterology. To our colleagues, partners, and patients: thank you for being part of our journey. We wish you a healthy and happy festive period and look forward to continuing to make a difference together in 2026.