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You Made a Difference Awards

You Made a Difference Awards

At The Christie, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible contributions of our staff and volunteers through our You Made a Difference Awards (YMAD). Here are our recent winners.

Roxana Boaler, Staff Nurse, joined The Christie, Ward 11, in 2017. Colleagues describe her as a dedicated and compassionate nurse who consistently delivers the highest standard of care. Ruth Paterson, Senior Manager, said: “Roxie is a staff nurse that tries to give the patients the best possible experience. As The Christie values say, she makes a difference, connects with people and acts with kindness." Patient, Stephen Booth, said: “On Roxie starting her shift she asked what procedures I had booked. I told her two, she worked tirelessly throughout the day, coordinating everything to make sure I could be discharged. Amazing!”

Aanu Majaro, Receptionist, joined The Christie in January 2025. Her duties involve greeting and assisting visitors, managing incoming calls and correspondence and supporting the smooth operation of the department. She was selected as a YMAD winner for her outstanding ability to connect with patients, treating each individual with warmth, empathy, and professionalism. Her strong communication skills and care help patients feel comfortable and supported, creating a positive experience for all who visit. Our patient, William Kaine, nominated Aanu and had this to say in support: “Aanu has been on reception every day since I have started attending four weeks ago for radiotherapy and she really is an excellent receptionist. Thank you for being there.”

Sean McGagh, Porter, joined The Christie in 2023 and, according to colleagues, immediately became a fundamental part of the team. Sean’s nomination and win were supported by glowing praise. Howard Worgan, Deputy Operational Services Manager, said: “Sean’s portering skills are made all the better because of his conscientiousness and his genuine concern for the wellbeing of everyone around him, both patients and colleagues.” Sean’s calming demeanour puts patients at ease. Recently, he heard an anxious patient struggling to get to Oak Road to meet her family. Despite delivering an item from the lab, Sean stepped in, reassured the patient and offered to walk with her.

Congratulations to all our winners for their exceptional work and the positive impact they continue to have on The Christie community. Please visit christie.nhs.uk/ymad for more details and nominations.

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