Menu
Donate

Dr Katherine Buxton

Katherine currently works as a Consultant in Palliative Medicine at Imperial College in London.

Sue Ryder Trustee, Dr Katherine Buxton

Katherine has worked as a Consultant in Palliative Medicine at Imperial College since 2012. In addition to her clinical role, she also holds the role of Clinical Lead for End-of-Life Care for the Trust. Since her appointments she has led on several key projects, including the development of clinical tools within the Trust electronic patient record, improvements related to CPR and treatment escalation decisions and implementation of an advanced liver disease service.

In 2022 Katherine was appointed into her first regional roles, taking up the post of Clinical Director for Palliative and End of Life Care with NHSE/London and also that of Clinical Lead for the Universal Care Plan Programme. Katherine has a keen interest in improving planned care pathways for palliative and end-of-life care across systems and the development of digital technology to support it.

More information and advice

Sue Ryder CEO, James Sanderson, in front of a Sue Ryder sign
Our leadership team
Our leadership team is responsible for making important decisions and guiding the organisation. They work together to set goals, make sure we are working well and are following all the necessary rules and regulations.
A Sue Ryder nurse in a blue uniform smiles directly at the camera. She has a nametag and a rainbow page on her uniform.
About Sue Ryder
For over 70 years Sue Ryder's doctors, nurses and carers have given people the compassion and expert care they need to help them live the best life they possibly can.
A Sue Ryder hospice volunteer serving breakfast to a patient in bed
How we make an impact
How we are making a difference by providing vital care and support to people going through the most difficult times of their lives.