News | DMC Healthcare Wins Two National HSJ Awards for Transforming Patient Access to Care
20 March 2025
DMC Healthcare has been recognised with two prestigious national awards at the HSJ Partnership Awards and HSJ Independent Healthcare Providers Awards 2025. The awards celebrate the success of a collaborative dermatology recovery programme in Lincolnshire that has helped reduce waiting times and improve access to care for patients.
DMC Healthcare Receives National Recognition at HSJ Awards 2025
DMC Healthcare is delighted to announce that it has received two national awards at the HSJ Partnership Awards and HSJ Independent Healthcare Providers Awards 2025, recognising the impact of a successful partnership programme that has supported elective care recovery across Lincolnshire.
The organisation received the following awards:
- Best Elective Care Recovery at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2025
- Best Insourcing Initiative by an Independent Healthcare Provider at the HSJ Independent Healthcare Providers Awards 2025
These awards recognise the achievements of a collaborative dermatology programme delivered in partnership with Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board, Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group, and the Lincolnshire Elective Activity Coordination Hub.
Supporting Dermatology Recovery Across Lincolnshire
The award winning initiative was developed to address growing demand for dermatology services and support the recovery of elective care pathways across the region.
Working closely with NHS partners, DMC Healthcare delivered additional specialist capacity to help reduce waiting lists and improve access to treatment for patients who had been waiting extended periods for care. The programme was designed to support local healthcare priorities while maintaining a strong focus on quality, patient experience, and clinical outcomes.
Through effective partnership working, the initiative helped create a more efficient pathway for patients requiring dermatology assessment and treatment, ensuring that individuals could access care more quickly and receive timely clinical support.
Delivering Meaningful Benefits for Patients
At the heart of the programme was a shared commitment to improving outcomes for patients.
By increasing capacity and streamlining access to specialist services, the partnership helped reduce waiting times and supported thousands of patients in accessing dermatology care sooner. Earlier access to assessment and treatment can play an important role in improving patient experience and reducing the impact of prolonged waits on individuals and families.
The programme also demonstrated the value of collaborative working between NHS organisations and independent healthcare providers in addressing some of the most significant challenges facing healthcare services today.
Celebrating Partnership and Collaboration
The HSJ Awards are widely recognised as one of the highest honours within the UK healthcare sector, celebrating innovation, collaboration, and excellence in healthcare delivery.
Receiving both awards is a testament to the dedication and expertise of colleagues across DMC Healthcare and the wider partnership team. The success of the programme reflects the collective efforts of clinical and operational teams who worked together to deliver tangible improvements for patients across Lincolnshire.
DMC Healthcare would like to thank all colleagues, partners, and patients who contributed to the success of this initiative.
Looking Ahead
These awards highlight the positive impact that strong partnerships can have on improving access to care and supporting NHS recovery programmes.
DMC Healthcare remains committed to working collaboratively with NHS organisations to deliver high quality, patient centred services that address local healthcare challenges and improve outcomes for communities across the country.
The recognition received at the HSJ Awards 2025 reinforces the importance of innovation, partnership, and shared commitment in delivering meaningful improvements for patients and healthcare systems alike.
