Jonathan Wild is the winner of The Christie’s You Made a Difference Award for April 2026.
The following comments were made about Jonathan in the April nominations. Judges picked him out as a very deserving winner and said that the comments made about him showed how he represents The Christie values and behaviours.
“Mr Wild qualified as a doctor in 2004 from Sheffield Medical School before completing both core and higher surgical training within the Yorkshire School of Surgery. Alongside his clinical training, he demonstrated a strong academic commitment, achieving both a PhD and a Master’s degree in Medical Law and Ethics. With a particular interest in surgical education, he became the first diplomate to be awarded Membership of the Faculty of Surgical Trainers at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
“Following completion of his specialist training, Mr Wild undertook advanced fellowships in laparoscopic colorectal surgery, pelvic oncology and peritoneal surface malignancy in Leeds and Dublin, complemented by an international travelling fellowship to Australasia. He has a well-established research profile, with multiple peer-reviewed publications, and maintains active research interests in appendiceal and colorectal tumours. He also holds the role of Honorary Senior Lecturer at Edge Hill University.
“Mr Wild joined The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in July 2019 as a Consultant in Colorectal and Peritoneal Surgery and is the Trust Endoscopy Lead. He is a core member of the advanced pelvic malignancy and peritoneal tumour multidisciplinary teams (MDTs). His clinical practice focuses on the management of colorectal cancer, including complex open and advanced laparoscopic surgery for primary, advanced and recurrent disease. He also specialises in cytoreductive surgery with heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for peritoneal malignancies and colorectal metastases. A JAG-accredited endoscopist. He recently performed the first robotic cytoreductive surgery (CRS) with HIPEC at The Christie, with the patient discharged home after just 2 days.
“In addition to his clinical expertise, Mr Wild is known for his personable and compassionate approach, consistently building strong, trusting relationships with his patients, and is highly regarded by those under his care. He is equally respected among colleagues for his supportive, collaborative working style and commitment to high-quality multidisciplinary care. He plays an active role within his teams, fostering a positive working environment and contributing to both clinical excellence and team development.
“Outside of work, Mr Wild enjoys a range of interests, including a keen support for Manchester United, playing golf, and spending time with his 2 sons, who share his enthusiasm for sport. He is also an active supporter of The Christie Charity and is preparing to undertake a fundraising challenge, climbing Mount Toubkal alongside Mr Sutton."
- Tracey Jones, Service Manager Anaesthetics, Theatres and Surgery
“I have been a patient at the hospital for the last 9 months. I have nothing but praise for all the people from the domestic staff, nurses and of course my consultant Mr Jonathan Wild. What can I say about this gentleman? The only criticism I have about Jonathan is that he, unlike me, is a Manchester United supporter. I did say to him I could improve his football taste by offering him to become a supporter member of Liverpool FC. Inevitably, he politely declined!
“From my initial consultation with him, because of his relaxed demeanour, he inspired in me nothing but confidence and took away any fear that I may have had regarding my diagnosis and future treatment. In addition to his brilliant surgical skills, he has one quality that will always stand out. His bedside manner is something that many consultants can learn from: Mr Wild is so easy in his social interaction with his patients and possesses a keen sense of humour. As you can appreciate, some consultants can appear to be intimidating to patients but certainly not in Mr Wild’s case, on the contrary.
“The biggest compliment I can pay Mr Wild, is that prior to my admission to the hospital, I suffered for years from 'white coat syndrome'. This has totally gone now due to Jonathan’s consultant/patient rapport which he subconsciously develops with the patient, a skill much to be admired and to be cherished.
