Ralph has a background of over 20 years in healthcare, most recently as CEO of Whipps Cross Hospital where he also led the Waltham Forest Healthcare partnership; bringing together primary care, community service and the voluntary sector to deliver improved services for local residents. Ralph has significant leadership experience in working across the NHS.

"I am really pleased to have been appointed as Chief Executive of Haven House Children’s Hospice. I’m excited to be leading an amazing team of people who work to provide excellent care to babies, children, young people and families."