Buckinghamshire NHS Trust appoints 'exceptional leader' as new CEO

Raghuv Bhasin has been announced as the trust’s new ceo after previously working in the role on an interim basis.

Buckinghamshire NHS Trust has described Mr Bhasin as someone who has demonstrated ‘exceptional leadership’ within the NHS previously.

The trust says it completed a ‘competitive recruitment process’ before appointing the interim executive. Mr Bhasin has been the interim ceo for the healthcare service since October 2025 and was previously the trust’s chief operating officer, a role he was appointed to in March 2022.

David Highton, chair of Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, said: “I am delighted to confirm Raghuv’s appointment as our new chief executive. Buckinghamshire Healthcare is a remarkable organisation with a strong sense of purpose and a deep commitment to the people and communities we serve.

“During his time with us, Raghuv has demonstrated exceptional leadership, a deep understanding of our organisation, and an unwavering commitment to our patients, staff and partners. His experience across the NHS and civil service, coupled with his values led and inclusive approach, makes him ideally placed to lead us as we deliver our long-term strategy for 2025–2035 and continue our work to reduce health inequalities across Buckinghamshire."

Before joining the trust in Buckinghamshire, Mr Bhasin was director of strategic partnerships at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust and was a senior civil servant at the Department of Health and Social Care.

Buckinghamshire NHS Trust says that Mr Bhasin has played a central role in shaping the trust’s long-term strategy. It says the plan has a focus on helping people live healthier and more independent lives, strengthening prevention, and improving neighbourhood-based services.

“His leadership has emphasised collaboration, system working and the importance of high performing, compassionate teams,” a spokesperson for the trust said.

Mr Bhasin said: “It is an honour to be appointed as chief executive of Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. As a local resident, I see every day the vital role the Trust plays in our community, and it means a great deal to be able to play my part in helping improve health and care for the people of Buckinghamshire. We have an ambitious long-term strategy to improve the health of our population, reducing health inequalities and providing more proactive, preventative care.”