The strategy, covering 2026–2031, details how the Trust will address increasing demand, evolving patient needs, and changes within the NHS, while maintaining safe and high-quality care for local communities.
It builds upon recent improvements, including investments in the Kent and Medway Orthopaedic Centre, West Kent Community Diagnostic Centre, Fordcombe Hospital, stroke services, robotic-assisted surgery, and the Undergraduate Medical Building.
Over the next five years, the Trust will prioritise making care more accessible and integrated, leveraging technology and innovation, developing its workforce, and collaborating with partners to deliver more localised care where appropriate and safe.
“"We start from a strong position, but we know the needs of our patients and communities are changing and the NHS needs to change with them. Our new strategy sets out the direction we want to take over the next five years. Ultimately, success won’t be measured by the plans we publish, but by whether our patients and staff can see and experience a meaningful difference in the care we provide."
