Will Windsor

Will Windsor is currently serving as the Senior Clinical Lead (ODP) for the Llantrisant Health Park Development at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. With a career spanning over two decades, Will has built an impressive track record in the field of surgical health care and theatre management.

Beginning his journey at Princess Alexandria Hospital in Harlow, Essex, Will started as a Healthcare Assistant in theatres from 1999 to 2006, which sparked his passion for the Operating Department Practitioner role. He progressed to become a Student Operating Department Practitioner, training across multiple specialities including Orthopaedic, Vascular, and General Surgery, before specialising in Vascular and General Surgery. 

Throughout his career, Will has held several prominent positions, including Senior Operating Department Practitioner for Major Trauma and Vascular at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, where he led a team that contributed to significant research on swab safety that went on to be published in a number of journals including AfPP. His role as Clinical Leader at Poole Hospital NHS Trust saw him establish robotics services, while his tenure as Clinical Lead for General Surgery at Royal Bournemouth Hospital NHS Trust involved managing a large team and overseeing various surgical specialties. 

In 2018, Will became the first Operating Department Practitioner Matron at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Trust, where he was responsible for quality care and established a well-being team that received recognition and was officially open by the then Prince Charles.

Currently, in his role at Llantrisant Health Park, Will is at the forefront of developing a state-of-the0art healthcare facility that will feature 12 theatres, focusing on high-volume, low acuity day surgeries and arthroplasty surgery. He is committer to standardising practices across multiple sites and enhancing the training and well-being of healthcare staff. 

Will’s career is marked by his dedication to improving surgical care, fostering team development, and his commitment to the well-being of his colleagues and patients.