Trainees and Members' Committee Profile

I am a specialist trainee in geriatric and general medicine in South East Scotland. I have previously represented trainees at local and regional trainee committees, as well as having been a Vice Chair for Representation on the TMC. I have previously organised Core Medical Trainee teaching, and currently organise Geriatric Medicine training days regionally. I am interested in promoting the quality of internal medicine training, near peer support aswell as supporting those planning maternity leave, return to work and LTFT training. 

Academic Clinical Fellow in Cardiology currently undertaking a Phd looking at diabetic heart disease using cardiac MRI and RNA sequencing. Upon completion will return to cardiology training in West Yorkshire

I have a passion for medical education. Having completed a Masters' in Health Professionals Education at Hull York Medical School, I have used this knowledge to contribute to the organisation of our annual Trainee's conference as well as various college educational events throughout the year. My drive to help trainees reach their career goals led me to develop the 'Career Conversations' podcast series, in which we discuss different career options, membership examinations and issues which trainees may need information on.

I feel incredibly lucky to be able to work within the Trainee and Members Committee to represent trainees across the UK in a large variety of meetings, whilst also working towards improving resources to help with career choices and training.

I am an Internal Medicine Trainee based in South East Scotland. I trained in Bristol but have also worked in London and Melbourne, Australia. Medical training has been a rewarding experience and given me lots of opportunities. I want to make sure trainees can continue to make the most of these with the right support and resources for the challenges along the way. I have an interest in medical education and mentorship. I have been involved in co-ordination of undergraduate teaching with the University of Edinburgh and support of the new International Medical Graduates in the UK via the RCPE.

I am a Respiratory Medicine ST6 at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, in the East of Scotland. I studied medicine at the University of Dundee, as a student served on the National Committee of Students for Global Health (formerly Medsin-UK) and undertook an intercalated BSc in International Health at the University of Leeds. After the Foundation Programme, I completed the LSHTM's East African DTM&H, then worked as a Medical Officer in rural South Africa. Since returning to Scotland, I have been working as a Respiratory registrar in less-than-full-time training in order to spend time with my two sons, and from August 2023, will be undertaking a PhD in Multimorbidity, Physical Activity and Sleep in Malawi.

Specialist Registrar in Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology

I am a Specialist Registrar in Infectious Disease and Medical Microbiology, currently based at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast. I graduated from Queen’s University, Belfast, and hold a BSc in Medical Sciences with Respiratory Science from Imperial College London. As the Specialty Trainee Representative for Medical Microbiology in Northern Ireland, I am committed to raising the profile of infection training within the region.

In my role on the Trainees and Members' Committee (T&MC), I aim to strengthen collaboration with the other devolved nations, ensuring wider access to medical education opportunities for physicians across the UK. By fostering connections between local doctors and the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE), I hope to expand access to valuable educational resources and the supportive network provided by college membership.

In particular, I am passionate about enhancing the resources available to doctors preparing for both the written and practical components of the MRCP examinations. Additionally, I am keen to explore new ways to support newly qualified F1 doctors as they begin their careers, especially those relocating away from family and friends.

My role within the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh allows me to collaborate with a wider community of doctors who are dedicated to supporting physicians at every stage of their careers through accessible, high-quality education.

I completed my medical training in Lagos, Nigeria, in 2016, and am now based in London, set to become a Haematology Registrar in North West London from August 2025.

My interests include supporting strong peer-to-peer relationships as well as fostering strong mentorships as a tool to navigating a medical career effectively. I am eager to contribute to the great work being done by the education committee including the RCPE Podcast series.

Being on the T&MC means I get the opportunity to contribute to shaping medical training. It's an invaluable chance to collaborate, learn, and amplify trainee and member voices. I'll help identify challenges and advocate solutions ultimately improving the overall training experience.

I am an internal medical trainee currently in my first year of training in the Northeast deanery. I am passionate about general internal medical and aim to subspecialise in neurology. I have provided NHS services around various parts of the United Kingdom, and I am a lover of excellent patient care. 

I am enthusiastic about medical education as I understand that it invaluable to the continuity of excellent patient care. This is my primary motivation.

I am strongly of the belief that the Royal College of Physicians plays a vital role in supporting internal medical trainees through high-quality education, rigorous examinations, and professional advocacy. It fosters excellence in clinical practice, provides opportunities for career development, and ensures trainee voices are represented in shaping the future of medicine across the UK and beyond.

I am currently an Internal Medicine Trainee in the Northern Deanery having previously graduated from the University of Nottingham in 2018 and then worked in Sunderland, York and New Zealand before moving back up North. My clinical interests are in Medical Oncology, specifically palliative chemotherapy and I have recently completed my MSc in Oncology and Palliative Care. I will be commencing my ST3 post in Medical Oncology in August.

I am passionate about medical education, having had some great teachers help me in my career. This led to becoming a Teaching Fellow and obtaining my PGCert in Medical Education I hope to put my knowledge and skills to use in aiding future educational events. 

As this is my first year being on the T&MC, I am looking forward to being involved in many different aspects of the committee’s work. I would like to use my role to help improve training and wellbeing for doctors. Importantly I hope to ensure education, support and advice is easy to find and freely available to help healthcare professionals thrive in their careers and ultimately provide high-quality, up-to-date care for all patients. 

Being a doctor is challenging and the T&MC are here to help by improving education, career-planning and wellbeing. Previously, I have found resources created by the T&MC very useful and within my role I plan to develop these further to help doctors and ultimately patients receive the best care.

I graduated with an MBBS in Pakistan followed by training in Internal Medicine and becoming an Acute Medicine higher specialist trainee in the Northeast of England. This helps me understand both UK and international medical graduate perspectives. I’m actively involved in research, with papers published and presented at global conferences, and I’m passionate about helping trainees develop their own scholarly work. 

I’ve seen firsthand how point-of-care ultrasound transforms patient care. To that end, I’m currently completing FAMUS accreditation and working toward echocardiography certification as my specialist skill. I am interested in integrating ultrasound into future conferences organised by the committee as well as educational talks and podcasts. I want every trainee to have access to hands-on ultrasound training, research mentorship and the resources I’ve benefitted from.

With my clinical experience, academic endeavours and commitment to inclusive education, I’m well-placed to promote initiatives on the Trainees & Members Committee that expand skills, support international graduates and enrich training across the College.

Organising the annual Medical Trainees Conference and chairing evening updates has let me connect with experts, learn continuously and support my peers. Serving on the T&MC means fostering those opportunities by creating engaging events and resources that empower all trainees to grow clinically, academically and professionally.

I am currently a Medical Education Fellow in NHS Lothian, having completed Internal Medicine Training in the South East of Scotland in 2024.

Before moving to Edinburgh, I completed my undergraduate training in Vienna, which included clinical placements in Germany, Scotland, and Tanzania. This was followed by early postgraduate medical training near my hometown in rural Upper Austria, an MSc in Internal Medicine, the DTM&H and IDEWM, and a PGCert in Clinical Education. My primary clinical interest is infectious diseases, with a focus on acute care.

As a medical educator, I am passionate about developing meaningful professional relationships, promoting belonging and equity in clinical environments, and utilising medical simulation with a focus on debriefing.

Having benefited from the RCPE’s excellent learning resources throughout my training and seen the important advocacy work that the Trainees & Members’ committee does, I am excited to contribute to this important work.

I studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh and completed my foundation training in South East Scotland. During this time, it became clear that my passion and aptitude was for the medical specialities, and I was particularly inspired by my placements in Medicine of the Elderly (and the trainees/consultants I encountered). I did not take a direct path into speciality training, and hopped over to the other side of the world for “just an FY3 year” in New Zealand. Needless to say, the plethora of outdoor activities and work/life balance kept me there for a few more years, but the pull of Scotland plus friends and family brought me back home. I have enjoyed a team-based structure for my time in acute medicine, and am passionate about focusing on how we can form mentorship connections to help resident doctors develop clinical and non-technical skills in a supportive environment. I have also benefited from LTFT training, allowing me to pursue sporting goals, and wish to help facilitate others advance through a more flexible training programme structure.

As a member of the Trainees and Members’ Committee, I hope to ensure the voices of trainees are heard, particularly representing Scottish views and priorities in the wider UK training programmes. It will be a privilege to help develop and deliver education, and to help trainees develop and retain important role model and mentoring connections during their training. I have benefited from LTFT training during IMT, and wish to develop and support access to others who wish to pursue this.

Elected Member (England and Wales)

I am a clinical academic trainee working in East of England. I am committed to promoting a supportive network for the trainees and ensuring that trainee voices are heard. I have worked as a regional trainee representative in the East of England IMT committee, and led the organization of regional training days in the deanery, and mock MRCP PACES courses locally. I am also passionate about providing support and creating opportunities for the doctors who are aiming to get into training. I have developed specialty training application workshops and provided talks on how to get into IMT, and gastroenterology training, which have helped many doctors and medical students in career planning.

NIHR Academic Clinical Fellow in Rheumatology

I am a clinical academic trainee (ACF specialising in Rheumatology) based in the North-East of England. I graduated from Newcastle University in 2021 and completed my academic foundation training at Newcastle Hospitals in 2023.

I have a keen interest in research and medical education and have been involved in mentoring and delivering undergraduate teaching for both Newcastle and Sunderland University students. I am an active trainee representative locally and for the Royal Society of Medicine’s Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Section Council, and plan to use my roles to promote and help deliver RCPE educational events.

Researcher, Scholar, and Leader [Plexus MD, Member of IMT forum], I have a strong foundation in Acute Medicine and a deep passion for Oncology. I manage Acute Oncology wards, attend Clinical Oncology Clinics, and am actively involved in various NICE-led Quality Improvement Programs, Multi-disciplinary meetings and research. My career has been built on a commitment to improving patient care and contributing to the broader medical community. I have recently completed the National Audit (SAMBA) for my Trust run by the Society of Acute Medicine and help the University In organising Mock OSCE for Medical Students.

Previously, I have contributed to establishing a Hospital-Based Tumour Registry and won many international awards for rare clinical cases presentations. These experiences have helped me develop a robust understanding of clinical decision-making, data management, and patient-centred care. I am active member in the regional Deanery Leaders and Educators Meeting driven to improve trainee experience.

Through these experiences, I have gained both clinical expertise and the leadership skills needed to navigate complex medical situations and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. I believe my background in Oncology, Quality Improvement, and medical ethics equips me with the insight and drive to contribute meaningfully to the College’s work.

Being part of the College means the opportunity to advocate, to learn from my fellow colleagues, to grow together, to act as a baton bearer and to learn how to be a leader. It is an opportunity to make a positive impact and a difference for the betterment of Medicine and Healthcare.

I am an Internal Medical Trainee in the East of Scotland. I graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2018 and since then have worked across Scotland and as a medical registrar in a rural district general hospital in New Zealand. 

I am passionate about general medicine, especially in smaller hospital settings, and I’m interested in the challenges and opportunities that trainees face in Internal Medical Training. 

I have been actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, as well as in clinical governance and resident doctor leadership.

I would love to play an active role in the college as a member of the TMC, with the opportunity to represent trainees in a wide range of settings.

As an IMT trainee, I have benefited greatly from the educational resources and events organised by the TMC and I would like to be involved in supporting the ongoing work that the TMC do in this area.

I am an NIHR Academic Clinical Fellow (IMT3) in renal medicine, with experience across general medicine and nephrology, and an interest in education, QI and research. I previously worked as a Senior Clinical Teaching Fellow, leading a team of 15 doctors to deliver medical education across acute and outpatient settings. I currently chair the Hull RMO forum for medical registrars and lead a trust-wide project to improve working conditions and team culture for medical on-call team. 

Nationally, I have delivered conference presentations on anaemia management and patient-centred research in dialysis, and I am involved in guideline development. I am passionate about creating supportive, well-structured training pathways, especially for those pursuing parallel academic, leadership or education roles. I hope to bring insight, energy and a commitment to pragmatic change to the T&MC, while learning from others across the UK.

It offers a meaningful platform to represent and advocate for trainees, influence national training and workforce policy, and contribute to shaping a more inclusive, flexible, and supportive environment for doctors in training – ensuring their voices are heard at every level within the College and across the wider profession.

I graduated from India and after my membership exam; I was very ambitious and dedicated to move to the UK to pursue my career in Cardiology. Currently, I am doing my LAT ST4 Cardiology training in the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.  

At present as local tutor with NHS Lothian, I am actively involved in teaching medical students and junior doctors. As a faculty, I am working on International Medical Graduate Simulation (Pilot).