About CECIF
The Dr Carl Ellson Clinical Innovation Fund (CECIF) was set up to celebrate the memory of Worcestershire GP Dr Carl Ellson. He was a clinical leader and innovator who passed away in July 2022. The aim of the CECIF fund is to provide financial support to innovation projects across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. It also serves a as a lasting legacy to a much loved doctor who was passionate about the positive changes that innovation can bring.
How it started
In 2024 we invited organisations across Herefordshire & Worcetershire to submit proposals for the inaugural CECIF innovation award. The winning recipient of the first CECIF Innovation Award was the Myriad Centre in Worcester.
The Myriad Centre is a charitable organisation that supports adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). The CECIF Award is being used for a unique project called 'voices unlocked'. The programme will enable people to express themselves better, fulfilling the basic need for interaction with other people, and to help people with PMLD to live more independent lives. The CECIF funding will also help the Myraid Centre to become a centre of excellence.
Where we're going
We are delighted to announce that the Carl Ellson Clincial Innovation Fund Awards for 2025 is launching on Tuesday 7 October. The grants available range from £250-£1000, and we have made some big changes to the application process, so it couldn't be easier apply. For full details head to the CECIF 2025 page by clicking the button on the right hand side of this page.
About Carl
Carl was a GP at the Corbett Medical Practice in Droitwich, who went on to become the Chief Clinical Officer at South Worcestershire CCG and Herefordshire & Worcestershire ICB. Carl spent his life working tirelessly to transform healthcare across Worcestershire, promoting innovative ideas and inspiring many young clinicians to ensure patients of Worcestershire receive the best possible care.
In his spare time Carl loved to watch Birmingham City FC with his two sons George and Ed and his friends. He was a family man, a keen gardener and loved tackling small DIY projects.
