Award judging
Process
  • Entries will be shortlisted by the judging panel and shortlisted entrants will be informed of the outcome
  • Judges will select the category winners from this shortlist
  • The judges’ decision is final and we regret that individual feedback cannot be given
  • Shortlisted entrants will be invited to attend the Excellence in Oncology Awards ceremony and dinner on Tuesday 8th November, Liverpool, during the National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) annual conference
What are the judges looking for?

The judges will be looking for evidence that your initiative has made a significant difference to existing practice, to patient outcomes and, where appropriate, a contribution to the goals of your organisation. The most important aspects to make clear in your entry are:

  • An overall assessment of the environment at the outset of the project
  • Clear objectives
  • Details of implementation
  • Measurable outcomes

In the case of the (Excellence in Cancer Reporting award), judges will be looking for reporting that has been thoroughly researched, that is well written and engaging, and includes effective use of relevant interviews.

Judging panel

The judges are an eminent panel of leaders in the oncology arena, chaired by Dr David Dunlop, Clinical Director, Regional Services Directorate NMS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, Glasgow. The panel includes:

  • Ms Dawn Chapman, Nurse Consultant for Breast Disease, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge and 2007 winner of the Excellence in Oncology Nursing Award
  • Dr Jesme Fox, Medical Director, Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, Liverpool
  • Dr Sue Mayor, Medical Journalist
  • Ms Karen Metcalf, Cancer Network, Birmingham
  • Dr Tom Powles, Consultant Oncologist, St Bartholomew’s Hospital, London
  • Mr Richard Sainsbury, Breast Surgeon, London
  • Professor William Steward, Professor of Oncology, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester
  • Dr Richard Wilson, Consultant Oncologist, Northern Ireland Cancer Centre, Belfast City Hospital, Belfast
  • Ms Maria Vincent, Consultant Cancer Nurse, Northern Centre for Cancer Care, Newcastle