Emily Fernandez is a compassionate and visionary nursing leader and currently Divisional Head of Nursing for Division D at Cambridge University Hospitals. She oversees a highly specialised portfolio including Neurosurgery, Neurology and Acute Stroke, ENT, OMFS, Plastic and Vascular Surgery, Ophthalmology, and Cardiovascular‑Metabolic Medicine. With extensive leadership experience across major NHS trusts, Emily is passionate about delivering high‑quality, equitable care through strong workforce development, succession planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration. A resourceful and values‑driven leader, she champions innovation, co‑designed care models, and new ways of working. An EDI advocate, her leadership is grounded in the belief that: “When we lead, we do so not just for ourselves. We carry with us the dreams of our families, our Diaspora and the hopes of future generations.” Emily leads with authenticity, purpose, and accountability, inspiring others from the global