Merger events highlight enhanced care and opportunities for staff 3 The merger of the RFL with North Mid has been celebrated with a series of events, marking a pivotal moment in healthcare for the populations of north London. The merger aims to cut waiting times, bring leadingedge specialist care closer to home, and better connect hospital and community services. Patients will also have greater access to the latest medical research and local people will get more help to spot, prevent, and address health problems earlier, with services better designed to meet local needs. The first welcome event took place at North Mid, followed by a celebration at CFH. These gatherings provided staff an opportunity to connect and learn about the benefits of the merger. At the North Mid event, staff received welcome booklets introducing them to the expanded group, and Mark Lam, chair of the RFL, expressed gratitude for their support throughout the merger process. “We believe passionately that the two organisations are much stronger together, and can deliver superior care to our patients,” he said. “For our staff, we can create an even better and brighter future which is full of opportunity and support from a much larger group.” Peter Landstrom, RFL group chief executive, thanked everyone at North Mid for being so welcoming throughout the merger process. “We are coming together as one organisation, and North Mid brings so much to that relationship and who we are,” Peter said. “You bring an incredible purpose and anchor in your local population, and innovative, passionate and progressive care.” Nnenna Osuji, chief executive of North Mid, said: “This is a landmark occasion for many reasons, and it takes a lot to make something like this happen. Thank you for your patience, and for moving things forward with confidence.” At the CFH event, Palmer Winstanley, chief executive of CFH and group clinical services, spoke to staff about the journey toward becoming a merged organisation and thanked those involved for their support. “The merger really does open up a lot of opportunity both for our patients and our staff,” he said. Staff also got to meet our colleagues involved in staff networks, and learn more about the council of governors, the important role they play in the trust and how they can join the council. L-R: Nnenna Osuji, chief executive of North Mid, Peter Landstrom, chief executive of the RFL group, and Mark Lam, chair of the RFL, at the welcome event CFH colleagues enjoying the welcome event Our new animation gives you all the information you need to know about our newly enlarged organisation. Scan the QR code to watch it.
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