10 years of impact

A decade of progress, a future of promise.

For 10 years, the Clinical Service Excellence Programme (CSEP) has worked with hospitals across the UK to raise standards of myeloma care. This milestone celebrates the difference made, shows how healthcare teams are improving patient pathways, and shares the impact of a decade of collaboration. 

Our impact at a glance

71

hospitals accredited

26

hospitals reaccredited

276

recommendations issued

1,730

patient experience surveys

The CSEP report: the story so far

Discover how CSEP has shaped clinics, support groups and service changes, with over half of recommendations now in place across UK hospitals.

  1. 2015
    CSEP tested out in 3 hospitals
    Project supported by The Milly Apthorp Charitable Trust
  2. 2016–2021
    CSEP rolled out to reach 36 hospitals,
    with continual testing and evaluation
  3. 2018
    First hospital awarded in Scotland
  4. 2021
    CSEP team expanded
    so we could reach more hospitals and have greater impact
  5. 2021
    First hospital reaccredited
  6. 2022
    First hospital awarded in Northern Ireland
  7. 2023
    1 in 4 UK hospitals
    with a myeloma service accredited
  8. 2024
    Myeloma Best Practice Standards refreshed and revised in consultation with patients and healthcare professionals
  9. 2024
    Around 1 in 3 UK hospitals
    with a myeloma service now accredited
  10. 2025
    New CSEP assessment and patient survey launched
  11. 2025
    First hospital reaccredited for the second time

What healthcare teams say

CSEP helped us to become more aware of patients’ priorities. Most importantly, it opened our eyes to what was possible.

Dr Ceri Bygrave, Consultant Haematologist, University Hospital Wales

The CSEP award not only validates our dedication but also invigorates our commitment to providing the best possible care.

Andie Guy, Clinical Nurse Specialist, The London Clinic

The Sarah Henshaw Award for Clinical Excellence

This award celebrates the commitment and innovation of CSEP-accredited hospitals. It honours the memory of Myeloma Clinical Nurse Specialist Sarah Henshaw, recognising excellence in myeloma care.

Meet the 2026 award-winning hospital

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