Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) is a prominent National Health Service provider delivering acute and community health services to approximately 440,000 people in West Yorkshire, England. The Trust operates two primary hospitals, Calderdale Royal Hospital in Halifax and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, along with various community-based services. CHFT is recognized for its commitment to digital transformation, being one of the first trusts in the UK to implement a comprehensive electronic patient record system. In addition to clinical care, the Trust maintains an active research and development department that collaborates on clinical trials across multiple specialties, including oncology and cardiology. The organization functions as a public benefit corporation, providing a degree of operational independence while remaining integrated within the broader NHS framework.