Dr Asif Bachlani appointed Divisional Medical Director
We are pleased to welcome Dr Asif Bachlani as Divisional Medical Director for our Private Services, Cygnet Assessment Services.
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Introducing Our New Divisional Medical Director – South
A warm welcome to Dr Gareth Jarvis, who joins Cygnet as our new Divisional Medical Director - South, from Monday 12th January 2026. Gareth brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role.
Two Cygnet doctors awarded Royal College of Psychiatrists Fellowships
Two senior clinicians at Cygnet Health Care, Dr Salim Matta and Dr Azmathulla Khan, have been elected to the Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych), an honour recognising outstanding contributions to the field of psychiatry.
Cygnet Business Development Director takes lead role on Relational Practice Movement steering group
Congratulations to Ben Davidson, who has taken a Co-Chair role on the steering committee of the Relational Practice Movement, sponsored by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Tavistock Clinic and University of Keele.
Dr Laurie Van Niekerk elected Chair of QNIC Advisory Group at Royal College of Psychiatrists
We are proud to announce that Dr Laurie Van Niekerk, Medical Director and Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at Cygnet Bury Forestwood, has been elected Chair of the QNIC Advisory Group at the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Cygnet appoints new Head of Education for CAMHS Schools
Cygnet is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Rix as our new Head of Education bringing with her a wealth of experience and a long-standing commitment to improving outcomes for young people with additional and complex needs.
Cygnet welcomes Shane Mills as new Group Director of Nursing
Cygnet is delighted to announce the appointment of Shane Mills as our new Group Director of Nursing, bringing with him a wealth of experience, energy, and vision for the future of nursing within the organisation.
Paul Kirkpatrick appointed Chief Digital and Information Officer
We are delighted to welcome Paul Kirkpatrick who joins Cygnet as our Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO).
Dr Dave Barker appointed South West Division Training Director for the Royal College of Psychiatrists
Congratulations to Dr Dave Barker, Cygnet Group’s Director of Medical Education, who has been appointed South West Division Training Director for the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Kaajal Kotecha-Chotai appointed Director of Corporate Governance
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Kaajal Chotai as our new Director of Corporate Governance. Kaajal brings with her a wealth of experience that will further strengthen Cygnet’s leadership team.
Three Cygnet doctors elected into various positions at the Royal College of Psychiatrists
Congratulations to Dr Sai Achuthan, Dr Richard Church and Dr Dave Barker who have all been elected into various positions at the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Ian Brokenshire appointed as Non Executive Director at Cygnet
We are pleased to announce that Ian Brokenshire has been appointed as a Non Executive Director on our Advisory Board. Ian has recently retired from a long and distinguished career at KPMG, spanning 35 years, and will join Cygnet in January 2024.