Richard Williams Joins the Veterans Welfare Group as Chief Medical Officer
Veterans Welfare Group Appoints Richard Williams as Chief Medical Officer
The Veterans Welfare Group is proud to announce the appointment of Richard Williams as its Chief Medical Officer. A former Royal Navy medical officer with over two decades of service, Williams brings a wealth of experience in military healthcare, frontline medical leadership, and veteran advocacy.
With a background in military and veterans advocacy, as well as community support, Rich will play a key role in raising awareness and ensuring veterans know about the resources available to them. His involvement will also help expand the group’s efforts in rehabilitation, employment support, and mental health services. His understanding of the challenges veterans face will help the group strengthen its outreach and improve access to the Armed Forces Rehabilitation Pathway.
Rich Williams Joins the Mission to Support Veterans
Following his transition to civilian medicine, Richard has become a regional leader in head and neck cancer surgery, co-chairing a specialist cancer group focused on improving access to world-class treatment. He has led national research efforts, including a comprehensive audit on head and neck cancer follow-up care and the development of new hospital guidelines for managing severe nosebleeds. As the founder of INTEGRATE, a nationwide ENT (ear, nose, and throat) research network, he has played a pivotal role in advancing medical research and improving patient outcomes. His contributions to the field have earned him multiple awards, including Trainer of the Year and prestigious best paper and presentation prizes.
Transitioning from the military lifestyle to the civilian one can be one of the toughest challenges veterans face. In his new role as Chief Medical Officer of Veterans Welfare Group, Richard is dedicated to enhancing healthcare access, rehabilitation services, and long-term support for veterans. Leveraging his expertise in medical governance, policy, and research, he aims to advocate for evidence-based improvements in veterans’ healthcare pathways. His leadership will be instrumental in driving initiatives that provide practical support, raise awareness, and improve the quality of life for former service personnel and their families.
Rich Williams is a passionate supporter of veterans’ welfare and has joined forces with the Veterans Welfare Group as a chief medical officer to help raise awareness and expand access to rehabilitation services. With Rich’s involvement, the organisation aims to reach more veterans, strengthen support networks, and improve access to life-changing services.
“I am honoured to take on this role with Veterans Welfare Group,” said Williams.
“Having served in the Royal Navy, I understand the unique healthcare needs of veterans. I am committed to ensuring they receive the best possible care and support, whether through direct medical services, policy advocacy, or research-driven improvements in healthcare.”
“Rich brings a genuine passion and commitment to helping ex-service personnel rebuild their lives. His advocacy will be instrumental in spreading awareness and ensuring more veterans can access the rehabilitation pathway”.
— Alex Seymour, Veterans Welfare Group
What is the Armed Forces Rehabilitation Pathway?
The Armed Forces Rehabilitation Pathway is a structured initiative designed to help service personnel transition smoothly into civilian life. Many veterans face physical injuries, mental health challenges, and difficulties adjusting to new career paths—this pathway provides discounted access to the specialised support and rehabilitation they need to regain confidence, independence, and purpose.
The pathway is designed to provide benefits to both individuals and employers, including:
Benefits For Individuals
- Fast access to continuation of care
- Discounted independent services
- Speedier recovery with tailored care plan
Benefits For Employers
- Happier, Healthier workforce
- Early rehab intervention reduces absences
- Reduce NHS waiting times, easing the pressure on public services
About Veterans Welfare Group
Veterans Welfare Group is a dedicated support hub for serving military personnel, veterans, and their families. By connecting individuals with trusted professionals, the group guides on legal matters, financial support, employment, and rehabilitation services. With a commitment to understanding the complexities of service-related injuries, the Veterans Welfare Group ensures that veterans and their families receive the right support every step of the way.
The Veterans Welfare Group understand the complexities of various types of injuries and their impact on everyday life.
By combining their in-house knowledge in tandem with their professional directory specialists like Lester Aldridge they can create tailored pathways to ensure military personnel, veterans, and their families receive the right support and guidance every step of the way.
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For media enquiries, please contact:
James Robins
Head of Communications
The Veterans Welfare Group Quote
“Richard brings a genuine passion and commitment to helping ex-service personnel rebuild their lives. His advocacy will be instrumental in spreading awareness and ensuring more veterans can access the rehabilitation pathway,” said Alex Seymour, the CEO of the Veterans Welfare Group.
Richard Williams Quote
“I am honoured to take on this role with Veterans Welfare Group,” said Richard. “Having served in the Royal Navy, I understand the unique healthcare needs of veterans. I am committed to ensuring they receive the best possible care and support, whether through direct medical services, policy advocacy, or research-driven improvements in healthcare.”
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For media enquiries, please contact:
James Robins
Head of Communications
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