In December 2025, Royal Papworth staff sent 296 Laudits to celebrate the everyday extraordinary achievements of their colleagues.
Our award-winning positive incident reporting platform, Laudit, allows our people to send positive feedback to one another in just a few simple clicks.
Everyone who receives a Laudit is automatically entered into a monthly draw and five winners are selected at random.
Our December winners were Dr Katharine Tweed, Kelly Corewyn, Kevin Kimani, Martin Liu and Dr Vivian Teng.
Dr Katharine Tweed, Radiology Consultant
Dr Tweed was praised by her colleague Moby for agreeing to triage some patients who were a query for CT guided needle biopsy to help fill some empty slots. Her work enabled a next day booking to be arranged in the space of three hours.
Kelly Corewyn, Staff Nurse
Kelly was recognised by her colleague Lizzie for remaining positive and demonstrating great leadership whilst coordinating the shift on 5S.
Kevin Kimani, Radiology Assistant Practitioner
Kevin has worked at Royal Papworth for eight years. He was praised by his colleague Julie for his proactive support when one of the CT scanners became unavailable.
To minimise disruption, Kevin and the radiology team started early, scanning inpatients alongside scheduled outpatients ahead of the interventional list. Their teamwork and dedication throughout the day eased pressure on the remaining scanner and ensured that all outstanding scans, including complex inpatient cases, were completed.
Chief executive, Eilish Midlane with Kevin Kimani
Congratulations Kevin, how does it feel to be a Laudit winner?
“I’ve been grateful to receive a few Laudits before and also lovely feedback from patients, but this was a total surprise. I come to work every day and try to do a good job and help my colleagues give the best care to our patients, so I really appreciate their recognition of me and my dedication to our department and the hospital. I love my job, and I love it a little more now.”
What do you like most about working at Royal Papworth?
“I've worked at other hospitals but there's something special about Royal Papworth. It's one of those rare places you just feel a sense of belonging. I’m really proud to work in a world-renowned hospital that provides exceptional care for patients.”
What do you admire about the people in your team?
“We’re such a diverse team with people from different backgrounds and I admire how we use this opportunity to view challenges from different perspectives and give the team new tools to solve tasks. I admire the team’s cross disciplinary knowledge and skills. I've learnt so much over the years and admire people’s dedication and strong work ethic in delivering world-class care to our patients.”
Do you have any hobbies?
“I love music and have been DJing since high school. It's a hobby that’s led me to DJ in clubs, weddings and birthdays, corporate events and even the cath lab Christmas party on a few occasions. I also love sport, especially football, athletics and rugby, and I travel abroad to watch games.”
Do you have a favourite book, film or TV show?
“I won’t say I'm a film buff, but I do watch a lot of movies. Thinking from the top of my head right now I'd say Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile and The Lord of the Rings Trilogy. On TV, I like to watch documentaries on true crime, nature and science.”
Martin Liu, Multi-Professional Education Administrator
Martin has worked at Royal Papworth for two years. He was recognised by his colleague Jonathan for his highly effective administrative support to the Education Steering Group.
Martin Liu
Congratulations Martin, how does it feel to be a Laudit winner?
“I’m really pleased - it’s a great encouragement!”
What do you like most about working at Royal Papworth?
“The working atmosphere is constructive, and teammates are always helping each other.”
Are you a morning person or a night owl?
“Night owl!”
What’s something you’d like to get better at?
“People seem to be becoming very skilful at AI, so I might try to pick up a bit on that!”
Do you speak many languages?
“English, Cantonese and Mandarin.”
What do you admire about the people in your team?
“I always find my teammates amazing and so skilful in delivering education sessions.”
Do you have any hobbies?
“I love listening to music and watching movies.”
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
“Don’t get stuck in the past; focus on your future!”
Dr Vivian Teng, Foundation Year 2 doctor in Cambridge Centre for Lung Infection (CCLI)
Dr Teng has worked at Royal Papworth for three months. She was praised for being a great support to Foundation Year 1 doctors.
Dr Vivian Teng
Congratulations Vivian, how does it feel to be a Laudit winner?
“I feel very honoured to be one of the Laudit winners and I fully credit my colleagues who have made my working experience here significantly better.”
What do you like most about working at Royal Papworth?
“The very competent team in CCLI.”
Who’s your biggest role model?
"Taylor Swift - whether her music is to your taste or not, it's very admirable (and undeniable) how her work ethic and love for her craft have propelled her to become one, if not the top player in her game. That mindset of hard work, resilience, and continuous growth is something I genuinely aspire to embody in my career as a doctor.”
What’s one skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
“Natural charisma - a very subtle yet powerful tool in my line of work.”
What’s something you’re looking forward to and why?
“Progressing in my career.”
What do you admire about the people in your team?
“Work ethic, talent, and their endless fount of knowledge.”
What was your first ever job?
“Officially - a doctor.”
Do you have a favourite book, film or TV show?
“My favourite film is Little Women by Greta Gerwig.”