A Stepping Hill Hospital orthopaedic doctor has been named as a colleague of the year in regional awards for trauma and orthopaedic doctors.

Antonio Frasquet was named as ‘SAS (specialist, associate specialist and specialty doctors) Colleague of the Year’ by the North West Orthopaedic Trainees Association (NWOTA), which represents all the Trauma and Orthopaedic trainees in the NW (Eastern) Deanery.

This was the first award of its kind from the NWOTA.

Antonio was recognised for his genuine passion for mentorship, and the outstanding supervision and guidance he offers for colleagues. Colleagues said that his willingness to help, his expertise, and his compassionate approach have made him an invaluable asset to the hospital.