Congratulations are in order for two members of the NRC senior leadership team who have been selected for prestigious roles in the British Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (BSPRM) Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (BSPRM) to lead the way in advocating for the importance of rehabilitation.
Dr Javvad Haider – NRC Head of Service – has been selected as President Elect for the national society, having completed his role there as Treasurer.
Meanwhile, NRC Lead Nurse Lucy Nankivell has been selected as Network Chair for Rehabilitation Nursing. The Rehabilitation Nursing Network Chair is a new role within BSPRM and will help strengthen nursing representation and engagement across the society, including the launch of a new group to advance their work.Dr Javvad Haider said: “It is a real privilege to take on the role of President-Elect of BSPRM. "This is an exciting time for rehabilitation, and I hope to use the role to strengthen the voice and profile of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine nationally, champion the importance of specialist rehabilitation, and ensure it is recognised as a central part of modern healthcare. "I’m particularly proud to take on this role while leading services at the National Rehabilitation Centre, staffed and run by Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, which represents the ambition and innovation we want to see for rehabilitation across the country.”
Lucy Nankivell said: “I am honoured to take on the role of Chair of the BSPRM Rehabilitation Nursing Network. “This is an exciting opportunity to bring together people who share a passion for rehabilitation nursing. Together, as a connected community we will support excellence in rehabilitation nursing and the people we care for.”
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