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meet the management committee
Dennis Benson Chairman of Committee
Following a career in the motor industry, Dennis took up the reins at Rosemere on retiring as Chairman of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in 2008. Passionate about the fight against cancer, he has since presided over a root and branch review of the Foundation’s activities and the implementation of an ambitious five year plan to build income to £2 million.
Rosie Blades
As a Consultant Urologist at Royal Preston Hospital, Rosie’s surgical expertise helps to inform the Committee’s funding decisions.
Helen Clements
Helen manages the Radiotherapy Department in the Cancer Centre and advises the Committee on radiotherapy related projects.
Andrea Doherty
Andrea is Lead Cancer Nurse for Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre Hospitals NHS Trust and as such represents the interests of patients and oncology colleagues on the Fylde Coast.
David Fyfe
A Consultant Oncologist based at the Oncology Unit in Lancaster, David represents the interests of patients and clinical colleagues in Morecambe Bay.
Ruth Gorick
As a Marketing and Brand Management Consultant, Ruth has played a leading role in repositioning Rosemere for the future in terms of its public profile.
Iain Hall
In his capacity as Non-Executive Director of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Chairman of the Trust’s Endowment Fund Committee, Iain represents the Non-Executive Trustees. As a retired GP, his main concern is the patient perspective.
Paul Havey
As Finance Director of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Paul represents the Executive Trustees of the charity and is responsible for overseeing Rosemere’s budget strategy.
John Hodgson
Following almost 5 years as an active volunteer himself, John recently joined the Committee to represent the views of supporters. He can be contacted by email on john.hodgson@lthtr.nhs.uk.
Steve Langton
As Lead Clinican for Cancer at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, Steve represents the interests of patients and oncology staff in East Lancs.
Kath Nuttall
Kath is Director of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Cancer Network and as such advises the Committee on regional and national cancer strategy.
Gerry Skailes
As Lead Cancer Clinician for Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and former Clinical Director of the Rosemere Cancer Centre, Gerry advises the Committee on the specialist provision of cancer care.
Sue Thompson
As Chief Officer, Sue advises on strategy and charity law and provides secretariat support to its members.