In July 2026, Royal Papworth staff sent 340 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 July winners were Catherine Gabriolek, Ellie Rowe, Frida Patino, Gregory Wright and Yemisi Oluwa.
Catherine Gabriolek, PA/Medical Secretary in Thoracic Surgery
Catherine has worked at Royal Papworth for five years.
She was recognised by her colleague Amalia for going above and beyond to help secure an earlier surgery date for a patient.
Catherine Gabriolek with chief executive, Eilish Midlane
Congratulations Catherine, how does it feel to be a Laudit winner?
“It feels very heartwarming. Everyone works incredibly hard and goes above and beyond and we should all be proud of the work we do!”
What do you like most about working at Royal Papworth?
“I’m very proud to say I work for Royal Papworth and to be able to understand (non-clinically) the work we do and how much it changes people’s lives.”
What’s the last thing you completed that you’re proud of?
“I ran the Cambridge Half Marathon last year and that was a huge achievement for me with it being my first long run. I plan to run again this year!”
What was your first ever job?
“I had a Saturday job in a garden centre. I’ve come a long way since then, travelling the world before finding myself at Royal Papworth.”
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done?
“I applied to become cabin crew for one of the biggest airlines in the world in my twenties, which meant a lot of travelling for days on end with people I’d never met.”
What’s something you’d like to get better at?
“I’d like to improve my running ability. With a half marathon under my belt and hopefully another one on the way, maybe next stop… marathon?”
What do you admire about the people in your team?
“They’re under a lot of pressure daily and there is not usually a break in this. We’re all incredibly supportive of one another and will always share the load when needed.”
Do you have any hobbies?
“I love to take my paddleboard out on the local lakes and also enjoy regular wild lake swimming with friends.”
Ellie Rowe, Pharmacy Homecare Manager
Ellie has worked at Royal Papworth since July 2025.
She was nominated by her colleague Michelle in recognition of her compassion, willingness to share her fan, and support in resolving an IT issue.
Ellie Rowe
Congratulations Ellie, how does it feel to be a Laudit winner?
“I’m very pleased, it’s great to have teamwork recognised."
What do you like most about working at Royal Papworth?
“Working closely with lots of different teams throughout the hospital.”
What motivates you?
“Seeing the positive effects from implementing a new process.”
What was your first ever job?
“I was a receptionist.”
What do you admire about the people in your team?
“They’ve been very supportive since I started my new role and have embraced any changes I’ve made.”
Do you have any hobbies?
“I’m a big reader and can always be found with my Kindle.”
Who’s your biggest role model?
“My mum!”
What’s one skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
“I’d love to be able to speak a second language.”
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received?
“Let go of things you can’t change.”
Frida Patino, Clinical Trials Coordinator
Frida has worked at Royal Papworth for 12 years.
She was commended for her excellent support of another team working offsite, which enabled a participant to be enrolled in two studies on the intensive care unit.
Frida went above and beyond to coordinate consent with the medical team and ensure that all the necessary samples were obtained.
Frida Patino
Congratulations Frida, how does it feel to be a Laudit winner?
“It’s very nice to be recognised in this way."
What do you like most about working at Royal Papworth?
“It feels like a family where I get to grow older and see how others develop and mature.”
What’s the last thing you completed that you’re proud of?
“My registration as research practitioner.”
What motivates you?
“I can’t single out anything in particular. Just having a good night’s sleep is motivational enough to keep going!”
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done?
“To volunteer in an indigenous community for two weeks to prevent attacks from militia.”
What’s something you’re looking forward to and why?
“To publish a website I’ve been working on for the last 18 months. This will mark the end of an old goal I thought was impossible to reach.”
What do you admire about the people in your team?
“Their kindness and commitment to their roles.”
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
“Keep breathing.”
Gregory Wright, Senior Healthcare Support Worker
Greg has worked at Royal Papworth for 17 years.
He and the rest of the critical care area (CCA) healthcare support workers were recognised by their colleague Sara for embracing the trial of the new MyKitCheck system with positivity, enthusiasm, patience and valuable feedback.
Their dedication to ensuring our resuscitation equipment is checked and ready for use helps to ensure patient safety and support the wider critical care team.
Congratulations Greg, how does it feel to be a Laudit winner?
“It's nice to be recognised!”
What do you like most about working at Royal Papworth?
“That’s a hard question – I love working in critical care with all my colleagues, from the cleaners to the matron, and I get satisfaction from caring for our patients .”
Are you a morning lark or a night owl?
“I’m definitely a night owl, but go with the flow nowadays!”
What do you admire about the people in your team?
“I admire their sense of humour, clinical experience and most importantly their ability to communicate and demonstrate leadership.”
What’s your favourite hobby?
“I love interacting with people, finding humour and common interests, and demonstrating empathy.”
Who inspires you?
“People inspire me. We’re born and then we die and it’s the content in between that counts and in particular love, laughter and happiness.”
Yemisi Oluwa, Head of Finance
Yemisi has worked at Royal Papworth for four years.
She was commended by chief finance officer Sophie for all her hard work leading the Trust through another successful annual account process with a smile on her face.
Yemisi Oluwa with chief executive, Eilish Midlane
Congratulations Yemisi, how does it feel to be a Laudit winner?
“It feels really humbling and I’m grateful, especially as I know many of my colleagues work just as hard every day. It’s also a testament to the team I work with.”
What do you like most about working at Royal Papworth?
“I like the calmness when I enter the building, I like the pride each member of staff has for working at the Trust. I always boast about the fact that I work in a world- renowned and amazing organisation.”
What’s the last thing you completed that you’re proud of?
“Recently stepping out of my comfort zone by joining a new team outside of work and putting myself in an unfamiliar environment.”
Are you a morning lark or a night owl?
“Definitely a night owl!”
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done?
“My last rollercoaster ride at a theme park - never again!”
What’s something you’d like to get better at?
“Swimming.”
What do you admire about the people in your team?
“The supportive culture, it goes a long way!”
Do you have a favourite book, film or TV show?
“Pretty Woman.”