BIOGRAPHY
Captain
Chrissy Hawkins embarked on her military journey in 2006 when she joined His
Majesty Armed Forces as a Dental Nurse. Her dedication to continuous
professional growth and unwavering commitment to patient well-being shone
through during her various assignments both in the UK and overseas. In 2016,
Chrissy made a pivotal decision to re-trade, undertaking a rigorous 2-year
course at the Defence School of Healthcare Education to become an Operation
Department Practitioner (ODP).
Post
qualification, Chrissy immersed herself in military healthcare environments,
providing crucial perioperative care alongside surgical teams. Her expertise
and dedication caught the attention of her superiors, leading to her
assignments to the esteemed 16 Medical Regiment in 2021. Within this unit,
Chrissy played a vital role in ensuring the operational readiness and
deployment of medical support for frontline airborne troops in the army
spearhead VHR Air Manoeuvre Brigade (16 AA BCT).
In 2023,
Chrissy transitioned back to the Joint Hospital Group South based in
Portsmouth, where she continued to excel in delivering top tier clinical care
and exhibiting exceptional leadership skills within a diverse multidisciplinary
setting. Her professionalism, leadership acumen and unwavering commitment to
military healthcare did not go unnotched, culminating in her successful
selection for the 2024 LE/SSE Commissioning course.
Throughout
her illustrious career, Capt Chrissy Hawkins consistently showcased resilience,
adaptability and a pursuit of excellence in clinical practice, embodying the
fundamental values that underpin military healthcare services. Her journey
stands as a testament to her unwavering dedication to serving her country and
providing exceptional care to those in need.
