If you or your loved-ones have received great hospital care now could be the moment to shout about it.

The Kent Messenger wants to find the Hospital Hero 2016.

Nominations apply to staff, volunteers or entire wards at the Maidstone or Tunbridge Wells hospitals, or those working in the community, on behalf of the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.

Last year’s winner Claire Ryan, a Macmillan nurse clinician who works at Maidstone’s Kent Oncology Centre, was praised by her patients for her ability to listen and try to help with leading a normal life.

She said: “The recognition is professionally and personally rewarding, and the nominations highlight the importance and value key nursing roles provide to people and their families.”

Nominating couldn't be easier. Simply click here for an online form, or email mgraham@thekmgroup.co.uk with the name of your hero and reasons why they should be considered.

Nominations close at 6pm on Monday, October 17. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on Friday, November 18.