A HEREFORD dental hygienist has walked away with a top award at this year's Health and Social Care Awards.
Stella Galer of Tupsley Dental Practice, which is based in Ledbury Road, Hereford, attended the awards at Hereford Racecourse on October 3, and was crowned oral healthcare professional of the year for her "outstanding care and service".
Receiving the award, Ms Galer said: "I'm flabbergasted. I never expected to win. I've just always been passionate, and ever since I qualified I have been excited to go into work each day."
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Ms Galer was said in her nomination to always ensure patients get the right treatments and give oral hygiene advice to help prevent further issues.
The oral healthcare professional of the year award celebrates those who work in oral healthcare who demonstrate an innovative and caring approach to their work.
The oral healthcare professional of the year award was sponsored by the Ashberry Healthcare Group.
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