Integrated Respiratory Service shortlisted for award | News

Congratulations to the Integrated Respiratory Service (IRS), who have been named finalists in the prestigious HSJ Awards.

The teams Winter Capacity and Demand Project has been shortlisted for the Clinical Pathway Redesign category.

The project resulted in more than 1,200 bed days being saved by preventing unnecessary admissions through proactive management of patients at home. This included a 58% increase in community home visits and assessments, as care was shifted from the hospital into the community.

As a result, the project contributed to a 16% reduction in COPD admissions and a 13% reduction in Asthma admissions.

Sarah Pearce, Lead Respiratory Nurse, said:

‘We are delighted to be shortlisted for the Clinical Pathway Redesign Award at the HSJ Awards.

As a team we are incredibly proud to have the opportunity showcase how a collaborative, specialist-led approach can deliver outstanding respiratory care that makes a difference to our patients’

The winners will be announced during a special awards ceremony at Evolution London on 19th November 2026.