KATE BOVELL APPOINTED CEO FOR KING EDWARD VII’S HOSPITAL

Kate Bovell has been appointed as CEO for King Edward VII’s Hospital, which came into effect on 1^st January 2026.

Kate is responsible for supporting the integration of King Edward VII’s Hospital into the wider Bupa Health Services network and will oversee the day to day running of the hospital.  

Having previously held the position as interim CEO for New Victoria Hospital, Kate has helped play a pivotal role in the period of transition since New Victoria Hospital was acquired by Bupa. She also held a number of roles within Cromwell Hospital over 11 years and has worked for other healthcare brands including Spire and HCA.

Since being acquired by Bupa, King Edward VII’s Hospital has become part of a hub of Bupa healthcare services within the London region for customers and patients, enabling them to get fast access to high quality care, all within one connected healthcare ecosystem of hospitals, outpatient diagnostic centres and clinics.

Philip Luce, CEO for Bupa’s Diagnostic and Secondary Care services across London said: “Kate’s passion and clear focus on quality, growth and patient experience will support the hospital through the transition into our wider Bupa network and as we look to grow our services and pathways for patients. I look forward to working with Kate in this role as we establish our healthcare network across London.”

Kate Bovell added: “I’m delighted and honoured to take on the role of CEO for King Edward VII’s Hospital and support with the integration into Bupa. This is a really exciting time for both the hospital and Bupa, and I look forward to being part of this journey.”

Andrew Fairweather, Strategic Change and Implementation Director for Bupa’s Secondary Care services across London, will step into the role of Interim CEO for New Victoria Hospital.

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