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Professor Iain Hutchison is available for lectures

We are delighted to announce that Professor Iain Hutchison is available for lectures to young individuals who are exploring their career paths.

18
Feb

Saving Faces supporters Mary Maloney & Anthony Maloney finish The Camino

We were delighted to catch up with long-term supporter and an ex-patient of Professor Iain Hutchison, Mary Elizabeth Maloney, who shared with us her success in finishing The Camino with her husband Anthony Maloney.

09
Jan

The Stone of Madness by Nick Baker is now published with proceeds from sales going to Saving Faces

Nick has recently fulfilled a lifelong ambition by publishing his first novel, The Stone of Madness, an urban fantasy/historical thriller. A second book in the series, The Quantum Engine, will be published in 2019. Nick has pledged to donate to Saving Faces for each copy of the book sold. The

20
Nov

New Staff Update – Dr Zbys Fedorowicz

Saving Faces are delighted to welcome and introduce our newest member to the team, Dr Zbys Fedorowicz. Zbys joined us at the end of October as a Research Consultant.

07
Nov

Well done to our 2018 marathon runner!

Huge congratulations and well done to our runner Jennifer Logan who took part in the 38th annual London Marathon for Saving Faces.

07
Mar

Conference on Life After Facial Trauma

On Monday 22nd January 2018, we collaborated with the Royal Society of Medicine to host a stimulating conference to discuss the impact and preventative strategies of domestic, street and gang violence. It was an informative afternoon with a series of inspiring talks given by patients, internationally renowned surgeons and experts

25
Jan

Christmas Carols 2017

A massive thank you to all our friends and supporters for attending our annual Christmas Carols on the evening of Friday 15th of December 2017. We hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful music by the Chelsea Opera Group and their Director, Neil Bell at the beautiful setting of St Bartholomew the

21
Dec

An update on our dear friend, Pat Wicking

13th December 2017

13/12/2017: It is with great sadness that we share the news that our dear friend and patron Patricia Wicking has passed away. Pat had previously been treated successfully for breast cancer with surgery and radiotherapy but 2 years ago was diagnosed with cancer of the womb and despite fighting bravely

Innovation and Evaluation in Facial Surgery

Saving Faces Chief Executive, Professor Iain Hutchison, was one of many innovative speakers at this year’s iMed Conference 9.0 2017 in Lisbon.

11
Dec

Fundraising party for Gwen’s 80th birthday

Gwendolen Davis. Image courtesy of Jarmila Piero On the 17th of June, Gwendolen Davis celebrated her 80th birthday by raising funds for Saving Faces! She celebrated in style with a fundraising party at the Queen Elizabeth Public House in Chingford. Seventy guests from 16 different countries were invited to a

25
Jul

Art students of the 60’s raised money for Saving Faces in memory of Geoffrey Rigden

A group of ex-art students of Somerset College of Art in the 1960’s, decided to hold an exhibition of their work and titled it the ‘Then & Now’ at the CICCIC Gallery. Whilst organising the exhibition, the students were told of the untimely death of Geoff Rigden, an abstract artist

27
Jun

Josh’s Epic Climb up Mount Kilimanjaro and Bike Ride Across the Rockies!

If you think climbing up Kilimanjaro to Uhuru Peak to raise funds for schools in Africa and head and neck cancer patients is enough, think again!

26
Jun

Well done to our London Marathon runners

A huge and hearty congratulations to our three runners, Kris Carroll, Stephanie Corns and Alex Lee who took part in the 36th London Marathon yesterday.

25
Apr

Alan Rickman’s last film and The Alan Rickman Professorship of Facial Surgery

On Tuesday 12th April, Saving Faces rolled out the red carpet for a preview screening of “Eye in the Sky”, Alan Rickman’s last film before he died.

18
Apr

Eye in the Sky Screening

A massive thank you to everyone who came along to our special charity preview of Eye in the Sky last night. We’ve got some wonderful photos and videos of the evening which we’re sorting through at the moment, so check back soon.

13
Apr

Eye in the Sky – Special Charity Screening

As many of you know, our patron, Alan Rickman sadly passed away early this year. It was a great loss to all who knew and admired him, both personally and through his films. In partnership with the Phoenix Cinema in Finchley and featuring some very special guests, Saving Faces is

04
Apr

Meet our Marathon Runners

The 2016 London Marathon takes place on Sunday the 24th of April. We are proud to say, we have three fantastic runners who are raising money for Saving Faces.

31
Mar

Prof Hutchison visits Beneden School

Thank you to Beneden School in Kent who are hosting the Saving Faces Art Exhibition as part of British Science Week.

15
Mar

Quiz in memory of Kuldeep Rehal

Kuldeep Rehal sadly passed away on the 29th of July after a battle with cancer. Since then his family and friends have been banding together to raise funds and awareness for Saving Faces. “It has been a difficult journey for our dad and our family, but our dad is the

08
Mar

Oscar Win for Saving Faces Supporter, Asif Kapadia

Our heartiest congratulations to British filmmaker Asif Kapadia, who took home the “Best Documentary” Oscar last night for his film Amy.

29
Feb

Tribute to Alan Rickman from Prof Parveen Kumar

Since the sad passing of our patron, Alan Rickman, kind words and messages of condolence have been arriving from near and far. This is Professor Parveen Kumar’s tribute: “I met Alan at the Saving Faces launch of the World’s 1st National Facial Oral and Oculoplastic Research Centre. Before it started

19
Jan

Farewell to our wonderful patron, Alan Rickman

All of us at Saving Faces are devastated by the death of our wonderful patron Alan Rickman. As recently as November 2014 he launched Saving Faces National (soon to be European) Research Centre at a free public event at London’s SouthBank Arts Centre. Over 1000 people listened as in his

14
Jan

Trustee Simon Holmes takes home top prize in surgery category at the BMA book award

We are delighted to report that one of our Trustees and research collaborators, Simon Holmes, has been awarded a top prize at the annual book awards of the British Medical Association. The textbook entitled, “Atlas of Operative Maxillofacial Trauma: Primary repair of facial injuries” by Simon Holmes and Michael Perry,

02
Dec

Christmas Carols 2015

A big thank you to all our friends and supporters who attended our annual carol concert on Friday night. Once again we were treated to some stirring renditions of traditional carols by the Chelsea Opera Group. We are eternally grateful for their continued support.

01
Nov

Santa Run 2015

♫♪♫ ‘Tis the season to be jogging, fa la la la la…. ♪♫♪ A very special thank you to our Running Santas, who took part in a 5K and 10K fun run around Victoria Park on a windy December morning.

01
Nov

We’ve moved!

After 10 months in temporary accomodation our offices have a new more permanent home at Mile End Hospital.

21
Sep

Memorial Service for Trustee, Barrie Evans

A memorial service will be held for our trustee Barrie Thomas Evans FRCS, FFD, who passed away last month.

03
Aug

SEND trial closes recruitment

Headline News: Our Data Monitoring Committee applaud SEND recruitment. They find statistical significance in interim results and recommend trial closure to new patients, rapid publication and maintain follow up of all patients for 5 years.

30
Jul

HQIP awards National Head and Neck Cancer Audit contract to Saving Faces

Interim data collection guidance confirmed as part of transition to new supplier The Healthcare Quality Improvement Partnership (HQIP) is pleased to announce the contract to manage the National Head and Neck Cancer Audit has been awarded to facial surgery research organisation Saving Faces.

21
Jul

The Queen’s birthday honours

We are incredibly proud to announce that two of our patrons featured in the Queen’s birthday honours list this year.

29
Jun

Waves4Hope – The Final Challenge

It’s been an epic journey for the Waves4Hope team. It ended on Saturday (20th of June) in spectacular fashion with a 15-hour crossing of the English Channel, waying anchor from Ramsgate on the Kentish coast at 4am and landing in Nieuwport, Holland at 8.40pm.

22
Jun

Prof Hutchison in conversation with artist Maggi Hambling – May 2015

On May 12th, Saving Faces’ own, Iain Hutchison squared off against the formidable Maggi Hambling, as part of a series of events surrounding her latest exhibition, Maggi Hambling: War Requiem & Aftermath.

12
May

‘Stitching up people’s faces in casualty excited me’ – The Telegraph, 08 April 2015

Professor Hutchison opens his home to the Telegraph for a whirlwind tour of his life in medicine, his family and what drove him to set up the charity Saving Faces. Read the full article here.

08
May

The Woman Without a Face – Treatment for Tambu

Tambu Makinzi is a 27 year old mum of one from Zimbabwe and lives in Cape Town South Africa. She has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called chondrosacoma. This cancer has caused the cartilage in her face to grow out of control, she has already lost sight

28
Apr

Blog Post from Chief Executive of the Royal Academy of Arts

Chief Executive of the Royal Academy of Arts, Charles Saumarez Smith, attended the Royal Society of Medicine’s annual lecture on Art, Medicine and Society, where our very own Professor Iain Hutchison spoke about the Saving Faces art project. Read the full post here.

23
Apr

Jon Snow speaking at the launch of the National Facial Oral and Oculoplastic Research Centre

Patron Jon Snow to be honoured with BAFTA fellowship

A hearty congratulations to our patron, Channel 4 journalist, Jon Snow who will receive this year’s BAFTA fellowship. The annual award is presented to an “individual in recognition of an outstanding and exceptional contribution to film, television or games.” Jon now joins a prestigious list of previous recipients including, David

13
Apr

Prof Iain Hutchison meets BBC Radio 4 presenter Anita Anand

One to One with Iain Hutchison – BBC Radio 4

For those who missed out the first time, the BBC radio 4 programme, One to One with Iain Hutchison, will be re-broadcast next Tuesday the 14th of April at 9.30am. Presenter, Anita Anand speaks to the Saving Faces Chief Executive about what drove him to become a surgeon. The

07
Apr

Open letter from surgeons calls for end to “Dental Care Lottery”

In an open letter to The Telegraph, a group of prominent surgeons, including Saving Faces’ Iain Hutchison, hit out against the “postcode lottery” head and neck patients are subjected to when attempting to access treatment.

07
Apr

Welcome to our newest patron, Lord Clive Hollick

We are proud to report that Lord Clive Hollick has heartily agreed to become a Saving Faces patron. Lord Hollick has been a long-time supporter of Saving Faces, but after experiencing surgeons in action has decided to take a more active role.

01
Apr

Names not Numbers – Spring Session

Saving Faces own, Prof Iain Hutchison was one of the distinguished speakers at this year’s Names Not Numbers Spring Conference.

23
Mar

Waves for Hope launch party

The Waves for Hope boys set things off with a bang on Friday the 20th of February. The launch party, which took place at Red Bull’s HQ was a roaring success. Over 170 people turned up to party into the early hours, raising money and awareness for cancer sufferers.

24
Feb

Art Exhibition goes to Belfast

The Saving Faces Art Exhibition, a collection of over 100 portraits by artist Mark Gilbert, went on the road in 2014. Showing in Southampton, Exeter and finally Belfast.

05
Feb

Mind your mouth on World Cancer Day

Wednesday the 4th of February is World Cancer Day. Mouth cancers are often overlooked, and early diagnosis is essential. Do you know what to look out for?

04
Feb

Fix your bike face – Evening Standard, 5 Jan 2015

9th January 2015

Pioneering surgeons at the Royal London Hospital are repairing our broken cyclists. Rosamund Urwin speaks to Professor Hutchison about the National Facial Oral and Research and reconstructs their incredible stories. Read the full story here

NFORC Official Public Launch – 26 November 2014

Surgeons and researchers from around the country and beyond gathered on Wednesday, 26th of November for the official launch of the National Facial, Oral and Oculoplastic Research Centre (NFORC) in the Purcell room on London’s Southbank. World-famous actor and Saving Faces patron, Alan Rickman, officially opened the Centre, along with

01
Dec

Saving Faces takes home runner up prize from the Bevan Award 2014

We may not have taken home the top prize, but Saving Faces was one of four runners-up in the 2014 Bevan Prize for Health and Wellbeing.

15
Jul

Saving Faces and NFORC research advisory board member publishes new research on how to prevent Alzheimer’s

Research conducted by Professor Carol Brayne, a member of Saving Faces and NFORC research advisory board, featured on the front page of the Daily Mail and the Telegraph today.

14
Jul

Patron Roger Graef honoured by the BAFTA

Our heart-felt congratulations to Saving Faces patron and documentary filmmaker Roger Graef, who was honoured with a special tribute by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) last week.

19
May

One to One with Iain Hutchison – BBC Radio 4, 21st January 2014

BBC radio 4 presenter, Anita Anand speaks to Saving Faces Chief Executive Iain Hutchison about what drove him to become a surgeon. Listen to the full program online here.

21
Jan

Dentists need to be prepared as oral cancer rates rise

28th September 2012

Cancer mortality rates may be dropping overall, but deaths from oral cancer are predicted to increase over the next few decades.

Gene link sheds light on cancer-causing stem cell mechanism

Researchers at Queen Mary University, London have discovered a new gene interation which may influence the development of head and neck cancers. The gene FOXM1 is well known for its involvement in cancer development, however a connection has now been shown between this gene and K15, a stem cell marker.

03
Jul

BDA Conference 2012

Saving Faces was excited to have a stand at the British Dental Association’s 2012 Conference and Exhibition. This year’s event was be held at the Manchester Central Conference Complex in the heart of the city from the 26th to the 28th of April. Over four thousand delegates are expected to

24
Apr

Popadom Challenge

10th February 2012

Are you ready to face the Popadom Challenge? Restaurant owner Shah Ahmed came up with a truly novel way to support Saving Faces after his Mum was diagnosed with cancer. Each Monday in April, visitors to his restaurant on Rayleigh High Street joined the competition to eat as many popadoms

Saving Faces and ADAM

12th December 2011

The Association of Dental Practice Administrators Managers, ADAM for short, we will be supporting Facial Surgery Research Foundation – Saving Faces for the next 12 months and Saving Faces has been featured in two Newsletters.

Financial Times Article on Helena Kennedy, Saving Faces’ patron and wife of Professor Iain Hutchison

20th October 2011

Click on the link to read an article in the Financial Times on Helena Kennedy who is one of our patrons and wife of Professor Iain Hutchison.

Saving Faces Sponsored Family Bike Ride 2011

After the success of last year’s Saving Faces – Sponsored Family Bike Ride, we’re back for another lap (or 20!).

13
May

Faces 2 Exhibition Gallery

5th May 2011

Some images from the 2nd Faces Exhibition, held at Guy’s Hospital. This free exhibition will be running for one more week (til 13th May) so don’t miss your chance to come along and see this collection of wonderful and thought provoking images. Atrium 2, Bermondsey Wing, Guy’s Hospital, London Bridge,

Faces Exhibition Gallery

21st March 2011

Browse our photos from the launch of the “Faces” art exhibition on the 18th of February. Tickets are now available for “Faces 2” which is running from the 8th of April to the 13th of May at Guy’s Hospital. Tickets are available here.

LifeSearch Charity Night

The annual Life Search Charity Night Party at London’s Papermill Bar raised £6,470 (and still climbing!) for Saving Faces . Tim Heming is a Sports Journalist with The Sun and he nominated Saving Faces as the charity of the night.

16
Dec

Regina’s Story

6th December 2010

Saving Faces has been involved in the treatment of a young girl with a large facial tumour. Matthew Wright follows her emotional journey as she undergoes complex surgery to have it removed. Regina’s story is featured on BBC’s Inside Out London at 7.30 on 6th December. Click to view

Saving Faces and NHS choices

NHS Choices NHS Choices is the online ‘front door’ to the NHS. It is the country’s biggest health website and gives all the information you need to make choices about your health. Saving Faces’ research and patients are featured on this website. Facial Surgery My daughter had birthmark surgery

20
Oct

Saving Faces Artwork to feature in new exhibition

3rd August 2010

The exhibition Skin Deep at the Surgeons’ Hall Museums in Edinburgh runs from the 6th August 2010 to April 2011. It explores the effects of cosmetic changes and disfigurements to the face and looks at the historic attempts to reconstruct or alter the face to make people ‘acceptable’ in society. The

Photos of Saving Faces Cycle Event

13th July 2010

Official Photos of Saving Faces Cycle Event Now Available Saving Faces supporter and professional photographer, Scott Balfour, has generously donated his time and skills and we are pleased to announce that his photographs of the Saving Faces Cycle Day are now available to view on-line click here. Scott

Saving Faces Family Bike Ride 2010

The sponsored family bike ride was a huge success. We certainly could not have asked for better weather. We would like to thank everyone involved with this event – the cyclists, those of you who were unable to join in, but generously sponsored your relatives, friends or Iain and his

30
Jun

Prof Hutchison on Hardtalk

26th April 2010

Surgeons in Spain have carried out the world’s first full- face transplant. The achievement is remarkable, but also controversial. The ongoing medical treatment required by face transplant patients may leave them vulnerable to other illnesses and to psychological problems concerning their identity. Stephen Sackur talks to reconstructive surgeon Iain Hutchison

Pioneering Facial Reconstruction by Saving Faces surgeon

24th February 2010

Pioneering reconstructive surgery has been carried out by maxillofacial surgeon Simon Holmes, a Saving Faces’ trustee and a colleague of the founder of the charity, Professor Iain Hutchison. Two brothers were set upon by a gang and were both bludgeoned unconscious. They needed expert surgery to put their torn-apart faces

Santa Run

A huge thank you to all our supporters who braved the elements and ran the 5km around Greenwich park on Sunday. Luckily, the torrential rain had abated just before the start of the race.

07
Dec

Iain Hutchison operates on young girl with rare tumour

13th October 2009

After hearing about the plight of an 18 year old Zimbabwean girl, Iain Hutchison offered his services for free. Tare’s family contacted Saving Faces through our website. Tare has a benign tumour that had grown so large around her mouth that she struggled to breathe and it was threatening her

A Battle With Mouth Cancer

In 2003, Christine Dunningham was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma of the mouth. The strength of her family and friends helped her deal with her condition. Now she brings her experiences together for the benefit of others. Christine’s stirring account of her battle with mouth cancer has been put together

04
Aug

Facial Reconstruction: A Glimpse Of The Future

27th May 2009

On Thursday the 7th of May, Saving Faces in association with The BioCentre presented an afternoon and evening event hosted by the Dana Centre as part of its Summer Events Programme. Both events were free; the afternoon section (Saving Face) was for interested professionals/organisations and concerned the implications for facial

Saving Faces at 2009 Schools Science Conference

Saving Faces researchers demonstrating the Cyscope technology at the 2009 Schools Science Conference were overwhelmed by the interest in our work.

13
Mar

Trekking for Saving Faces

Maggie and John Lowe decided that to celebrate her 65th birthday they were going to do something different and raise money for Saving Faces. They completed a twenty one day trekking adventure which took them to three distinctly different regions of Tibet. Setting out from Kathmandu in Nepal and flying

23
Nov

Cancer patient raises funds for research

A Woodford Green resident, Lalinder Bansal, and her family raised more than £11,000 for Saving Faces. Mrs Bansal underwent complicated reconstructive surgery at the end of last year as a result of being diagnosed with tongue cancer. The two surgeons who operated on Mrs Bansal accepted the donation on behalf

13
Jun

Saving Faces painting selected for textbook cover

Saving Faces portraits of Henry de Lotbiniére have been chosen to illustrate the cover of Peter Ward Booth’s textbook Maxillofacial Surgery, Churchill Livingstone Elsevier Press (US)

02
May