HSJ Independent Healthcare Provider Awards 2026: Best Provider of Diagnostic Services

Faced with 20-week waits and six years of missed targets, our ambitious cardiac imaging transformation united eight NHS providers under one coordinated model. Waiting times fell by up to 15 weeks, national targets were met, and 2,000 extra referrals were absorbed. Through shared systems, extended hours, and radiographer-led stress testing, we improved access, equity, and outcomes. Weekly meetings became streamlined, staff morale soared, and patients praised the care. This scalable blueprint exemplifies ambition, innovation, and collaboration, while delivering measurable impact and setting a new benchmark for diagnostic excellence across Greater Manchester and beyond.