2025: Stories That Shaped the Year
Throughout 2025, we shared stories that captured the impact, innovation, and compassion at GOSH International and Private Care. From life-changing treatments and global partnerships to personal journeys and historic moments, each story reflected our commitment to delivering world-leading care for children and families.
Below are 11 stories that shaped our year.
1. National Recognition for Clinical Excellence
The year opened with national recognition as Professor Ajay Vora was awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year’s Honours, celebrating his outstanding contribution to paediatric haematology and children’s healthcare.
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Dr Sara Gorashian
2. Celebrating Women in Science
We marked the importance of representation and leadership in healthcare through an inspiring conversation with Dr Sara Ghorashian, highlighting the vital role women play in advancing paediatric research and clinical innovation.
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3. A Historic Gene Therapy Milestone
One of the most powerful stories of the year followed Yahyaa, a child from the Gulf region who became one of the first in the world to receive a ground breaking gene therapy treatment, offering renewed hope for a fuller, healthier future.
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Nurse Polly
4. The People Behind the Care
We shared Polly’s inspiring journey, following her path from apprentice to staff nurse on Butterfly Ward, shining a light on the dedication, compassion, and commitment of our nursing teams.
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5. Strengthening Global Collaboration
International collaboration took centre stage with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between GOSH and Sidra Medicine, reinforcing shared commitments to research, education, and specialist paediatric care.
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Sara - formal Renal Patient
6. A Life Saved Through International Expertise
Sara’s journey highlighted the power of cross-border collaboration, showing how shared expertise and teamwork can save lives in the most complex paediatric cases.
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7. Sharing Expertise on a Global Stage
GOSH clinicians and experts shared knowledge at an international rare disease forum in China, contributing to global dialogue and advancing care for children with rare and complex conditions worldwide.
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Princess Diana and patient in the 90's
8. A Moment from History Revisited
A powerful look back into GOSH history saw the unveiling of a 1990s time capsule sealed by Diana, Princess of Wales, reminding us of her enduring connection to the hospital and its patients.
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9. A Mother’s Faith, A Child’s Journey
Pia’s story offered a deeply moving reflection on resilience, faith, and compassionate care during one family’s most challenging moments.
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GOSH Chief Executive Mat Shaw and the Kalimat Foundation
10. Bringing Joy Through Education and Reading
We highlighted how the Kalimat Foundation brought joy, comfort, and imagination to young patients through reading, alongside GOSH leadership representing the hospital internationally across education and commercial partnerships.
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11. Marking Milestones of Reflection and Research
The year concluded with two important milestones: celebrating six years of the Zayed Centre for Research and the 150th anniversary of St Christopher’s Chapel, a place of comfort, reflection, and spiritual support at the heart of the hospital. Learn more about the rich tapestry of our Chapel.
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Each story shared in 2025 captured a different moment, but together they tell a single story of care, partnership, and progress. They reflect the dedication of staff, the strength of families, and the impact of working across borders to deliver the best possible outcomes for children.
As we look ahead, these stories continue to shape the work we do and remind us why it matters.
