Published on: 27 November 2025

The Sunderland MRI Department at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised nationally after being awarded the Society of Radiographers Northern Team of the Year 2025.

This prestigious recognition was presented at the national awards ceremony in London, celebrating the team’s outstanding commitment to patient care, innovation and professional excellence.

The Team of the Year Award recognises departments that have demonstrated innovative practices to improve service delivery or radiography education, shown exceptional multi-professional collaboration, and remained committed to delivering outstanding patient care. Sunderland MRI exemplified all of these qualities, earning recognition on a national stage.

Team Lead Danielle Neilson shared her thoughts:

“We are absolutely delighted to receive this award. It’s a testament to the hard work, dedication, and collaborative spirit of the entire team. Our focus has always been on delivering the highest quality care for our patients, and this recognition means so much to us.”

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This achievement highlights the department’s commitment to excellence and reflects the exceptional service provided to patients and the wider Sunderland community every day.