The Gibraltar Health Authority held its Staff Awards ceremony at the Mayor’s Parlour last week, to formally recognise the professional dedication and hard work undertaken by GHA employees. 

A statement from the Government follows below:

A total of 20 awards were presented over different categories to clinical and non-clinical teams  and individuals with many prizes at stake. 

Contributions by staff that have achieved strategic change for the betterment of the organisation,  and examples of teamwork that positively impacts patient experience and safety formed the core  of the event. 

One of the highlights of the evening, “The Leadership Award”, personally selected by the Director  General, was presented to Dr Roger Moore in recognition of his outstanding leadership in  establishing the Keith Bautista Catheterisation Lab at St Bernard’s Hospital. Dr Moore was  acknowledged for his visionary role in transforming patient care through the implementation of  rapid, minimally invasive procedures that significantly reduce recovery times and mortality and  enhances clinical outcomes. 

There were also awards in other categories presented by the Medical Director, the Director of  Nursing and Ambulance Service, Allied Health Professionals, Elderly Care, and three special staff  awards for Excellence. 

GHA Director General Kevin McGee said: “This event was held to celebrate the exceptional  achievements of our dedicated staff and partner agencies. It gives me an enormous sense of pride  to see the great response from our employees to an award that seeks to recognise excellence,  innovation and commitment by individuals and teams across the organisation. It was a great event  rewarding all those who have played a key role in the delivery of the highest standards of health  care to our patients and the community at large.” 

Minister for Health and Care, the Hon Gemma Arias-Vasquez, said: “It was a real pleasure to join  the GHA at the Mayor’s Parlour to celebrate this year’s Staff Awards. Every single member of our  GHA plays a part in delivering the GHA we all use. I want to say a heartfelt thank you to each and  every one of them for the dedication and professionalism they bring to their work. They are the  reason Gibraltar continues to receive the high standard of healthcare that our community depends  on and deserves. Thank you!”

1. Director General Award – Mr Joel Britto
2. Medical Director Award – Dr Albrecht Kussner
3. Director of Nursing and Ambulance Service Award – Ms Gizelle Tosso
4. Director of Finance Award – Ms Gail Munoz
5. Director of Workforce Award – Mr Darrien Ramos
6. Director of Public Health Award – Infection Control Team
7. Director of Elderly Care Award – Ms Mari Carmen Chini
8. Director of Mental Health Award – Ms Michaela Milward
9. Unit General Manager’s Award – Ms Zuleika Escalona
10. Allied Health Professional Award – Ms Judith Wood
11. Special Staff Award in Recognition for Excellence
• Mrs Naisha Desoisa
• Executive Admin Office
•  Ms Trudy Rios
12. Transformation Project of the Year Award
• Minor Injuries Unit – Winner
• Frailty Pilot Scheme – Highly Commended
13. Leadership Award – Dr Roger Moore
14. Strategic Change Award

15. Partnership Award
• St John – Winner
• Philips – Highly Commended