Our Team
The Executive Team come with many years’ experience in Medicine, Nursing, Finance, Governance and Fundraising, and run our successful, forward-thinking and safe hospital. The team are committed to delivering the Hospital’s strategic plan: to ensure a sustainable business and charitable future, with patients put before profit, and outstanding healthcare at the heart of everything we do.
Jeremy Butler
Chief Executive Officer
We are delighted to welcome Jeremy Butler as the new Chief Executive Officer of King Edward VII’s Hospital. A highly accomplished leader, Jeremy brings extensive expertise in business transformation, operational excellence, and strategic leadership across public and private sectors.
With a strong history in managing complex portfolios, driving efficiency, and fostering high-performing teams, Jeremy has successfully led large-scale initiatives that enhance innovation and sustainable growth. His previous role as Executive Director of Transformation at Imperial College NHS Trust saw him implement strategic planning methodologies, optimise business processes and lead key improvement programmes.
Beyond healthcare, Jeremy has held leadership positions at KPMG, PwC, and industry, spearheading international business development and operational optimisation. His global perspective and strategic insight position him as a significant asset in leading our hospital into its next phase.
Established in 1899 to care for wounded soldiers in the Second Boer War, King Edward VII’s Hospital remains committed to delivering outstanding private healthcare while steadfastly upholding its mission to support veterans and their families. Under Jeremy’s leadership, we look forward to advancing our legacy and ensuring exceptional care for all our patients.
Sarah Colebrook
Chief Nursing Officer
Sarah Colebrook has enjoyed a long and varied career in nursing, spanning over 30 years. Her experience includes working in Oncology and Palliative Care, both in hospital and community settings, as well as in acute medical and surgical environments. Throughout her career, Sarah has remained passionate and proud of her profession as a nurse. She has held several executive-level nursing positions in both the NHS and the independent health sectors, including eight years as a Chief Nurse. Sarah has established a strong track record in quality improvement, service development, and team leadership. Committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care and enhancing patient experiences, Sarah is also deeply invested in the development and growth of clinical teams.
Miss Siân Allen
Medical Director
Siân Allen, a Consultant Urological Surgeon, specialises in Endourology, Complex Urinary Tract Stone disease, and recurrent urinary tract infections. She leads the Urgent Urology Unit and previously managed the Urology Surgical Admissions Unit through the Covid pandemic. Siân also served as clinical lead for Endourology on London’s elective surgery recovery program. A dedicated advocate for patient safety, she co-authored the National GIRFT (“Getting it Right First Time”) Acute Colic Pathway, and as National Co-Lead for Specialist Registrar Education on the BAUS Educational Committee, she’s deeply involved in teaching and training. Appointed in 2023 as Medical Director at King Edward VII's Hospital, Siân is committed to advancing clinical excellence and patient care.
The Board
Trustees and Advisory Board
President
- HRH The Duke of Kent (President)
Advisory Board
- Sir Richard Sykes BSc, PhD, DSc, FMedSCi, FRS, FREng (hon), Chairman
- Lieutenant General (Rtd) Professor Martin CM Bricknell CB OStJ PhD DM MBA MA MedSci
- Mr Andrew Graham
- Dame Lesley Regan DBE
- Mrs Alison Parkhouse
Board of Trustees
- Sir Richard Sykes BSc, PhD, DSc, FMedSCi, FRS, FREng (hon), Chairman
- Professor Roger Kirby MA MD FRCS(Urol)
- Sir Stuart Lipton
- Mr Paul Biddle
- Ms Fiona Driscoll
- Mr Sanjay Shah
- Mrs Aline Miller
- Ms Madelaine McTernan CB
- Commodore Alison Hofman RRC KHNS MA MSc FCIPD QARNNS
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