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Governor spotlights

My name is Mike Norcross - I have been a patient at The Christie since 2007. I’m one of two public governors for Cheshire and vice chairman of the patient safety and experience committee.

In general, a governor’s role is to effectively question, and challenge decisions made by the non-executive directors (NEDs) probing their actions throughout all of the Trust’s operations. Within the patient safety and experience committee remit, I particularly enjoy Talking to Patients sessions – I’m always happy to engage with patients and listen to opinions about their cancer journeys, experiences and insights. As a patient I have always been fascinated, and remain so, as to why “The Christie” feels so very different to any other hospital environment and that was one of the reasons behind applying to become a governor. What

is immediately obvious to anyone who walks into this hospital is that the attention to detail and kindness that the staff display is unequalled. Indeed, you will find the same level of care and attention across all the Trust sites. As a governor I have the chance to dig deeper and discovery many other reasons why the Trust is exceptional in almost every detail. I’m Cheshire born and bred and couldn’t be prouder to represent the people of my home county as public governor. The role is enlightening and rewarding in equal measure and, as with all the best things in life, the more you put in the more you get out.

“ To anyone thinking of becoming a governor ‘Do it!’. It’s fascinating - you really do have a say.”

The Christie Charity Spotlight events Spotlight events are a unique opportunity to hear about Christie Charity funded research projects, treatments, equipment and services in the hospital.

Leading scientists and clinicians provide a fascinating insight into their own area of work and the ongoing advances being made in treatment and research. These projects are made possible due to funds raised by The Christie Charity and its supporters. Previous Spotlight events included an insight into the teenage and young adult service. Professor Martin McCabe and Dr Hannah Slevin spoke about how research and specialist care is at the

forefront of this service, helping young people cope with the symptoms of their illness and their cancer treatment. A young patient Claudia Boardman also kindly shared her experience. Our Spotlight events are free and open to anyone interested in finding out more from world-leading clinicians about their own area of work and to learn about the vital impact The Christie Charity has on the life-saving and life-changing work taking place at The Christie.

To find out more and for information on future events please visit christies.org/spotlight

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