Posted by Dr Catherine Carney
on 14 Jan 2025
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Call Us: 0330 111 2015 
We’re delighted to introduce Chris Lomas, Delamere’s Head of Therapy and Programme. Chris oversees the development, evolution, and delivery of The Delamere programme to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and outcomes for guests. In today’s Q&A we speak with Chris about his background in therapy and his remit here at Delamere.
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