Andrew Reed

Andrew Reed has over 30 years of experience in the NHS. Having originally trained in the NHS graduate program he will join the Royal College of Surgeons from NHS England where he is Director of Commissioning Operations for the West Midlands. Andrew brings a wealth of leadership experience in the health service, having held three CEO positions, including at Bedford Hospital NHS Trust and Ipswich Hospital NHS Trust. His numerous achievements during his 7 years as CEO of Ipswich include accolades for the hospital's record on patient safety and securing accreditation and funding for a specialist heart service at the Trust to deliver the highest possible care to patients.

Andrew with a background ineffective leadership and a passion for improving patient care, Andrew is a natural choice for taking the Royal College of Surgeons forward to achieve its core strategic priorities and ultimately advance standards in surgical care.