Celebrating collaboration, shared commitment and the difference strong healthcare partnerships can make to patient care.
We are incredibly proud and honoured to announce that Walters Medical has won the Partnership Award at the 2026 Heart Awards, hosted by Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
This recognition means a great deal to our team. It celebrates the value of strong, collaborative partnerships in supporting outstanding patient care and healthcare services, and reflects the importance of working together towards shared goals.
Celebrating the power of partnership
The Heart Awards recognise the outstanding achievements, dedication and commitment of staff, volunteers, individuals and teams who make a real difference across Barnsley Hospital and the wider community.
Having our partnership recognised among so many inspiring individuals and teams is a fantastic achievement. We are especially proud that this award acknowledges the positive impact that collaboration can have in healthcare, where shared knowledge, trust and a commitment to continuous improvement are so important.
At Walters Medical, we believe that the strongest partnerships are built on understanding the needs of healthcare professionals, working closely with our partners and maintaining a shared focus on delivering the best possible outcomes for patients.
This award is a meaningful recognition of that approach and encourages us to continue developing relationships that make a positive difference in the healthcare community.
Watch our Partnership Award nomination video on Vimeo>
We are delighted to share our story and tha values that underpin our work together. We hope the video offers a further insight into our commitment to partnership working and our shared ambition to support high-quality healthcare services.
A huge thank you
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for hosting such a fantastic evening and for recognising the importance of partnership working through the Heart Awards.
Congratulations to all the finalists and winners across every category. The dedication, compassion and commitment celebrated throughout the evening were truly inspiring, and we were honoured to be among such outstanding nominees.
A special thank you goes to Richard Cardow, our Territory Manager, who represented Walters Medical at the awards ceremony. We are delighted to share this achievement with Richard and everyone who contributes to guiding and strengthening our partnerships.
Looking ahead
Winning the Partnership Award is a proud moment for Walters Medical, but it is also an opportunity to look ahead.
We remain committed to nurturing our existing relationships, building even stronger partnerships and working collaboratively with healthcare professionals and organisations to support the delivery of excellent healthcare services.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. We are proud of what we have achieved together and excited about what we can accomplish in the future.
We are proud to be recognised, proud of our partnerships, and excited for what comes next

