Inspiring Physicians

Cath has worked at the Trust and in the region for over 20 years, as a doctor in training, specialty doctor and consultant. She has a 'can do' attitude which translates into every area of her professional life to enhance patient care.

Indrajit has been organising the undergraduate teaching for Cardiff medical students for many years. He has the passion, enthusiasm and commitment for teaching and works tirelessly to plan and deliver the teaching program.

Despite his age of nearly 70 years old, he plays an active and pivotal role in the medical field as an academician, clinician, researcher and mentor. He is constantly in good spirits to impart his invaluable wisdom and knowledge to his colleagues, residents and fellows.

John has been an inspiration to a whole generation of Consultant Gastroenterologists and trainees in Gastroenterology in the North East of England. He has worked hard for over 30 years to improve the care of patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, not just in his own hospital, but amongst colleagues across the North East.

Dr Vikramjit Mukherjee has been a passionate clinician, educator and researcher since his entrance into the medical community. He completed his MBBS at the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College in India, followed by residency and chief residency at Georgetown University Hospital/ Washington Hospital Center.

Simplicity with details during his clinical practice. Professor Otieno emphasises the must know basics of the patient, creating an enabling environment for history taking and physical examination before carrying out any diagnostic tests. He is always available for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. 

Peter Sandercock is a well-known clinician and researcher in the field of stroke, and at the same time, a person with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of students and younger colleagues. He is always available when they need assistance, and actively helps them to make success in their own careers.

In the years I have known Dr Sharma, I would definitely describe his personal ethics and professional ethics as highly inspiring. From his bedside manner in treating his patients to dealing with attendants, colleagues and residents, Dr Sharma has always shown unparalleled skill in being a leader. 

Professor John Starr died suddenly on 8th December, 2018, aged just 58. He was an unconventional and unique figure, an inspiration to many. Many current students and doctors in training, and those who are now consultants themselves, were strongly influenced by John and carry his lessons and example with them.

Prof. Kaushal K. Verma, is a highly acclaimed and reputed Professor in Dermatology & Venereology, not only at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, but across the country and abroad. He has been at AIIMS for over 35 years and Professor there for over 15 years. 

Kate Miriam Granger MBE FRCP Edin (31 October 1981 – 23 July 2016). Launched in 2014 and presented annually at the Health and Innovation Expo, the Kate Granger Compassionate Care Awards are a lasting legacy to the inspirational #hellomynameis campaign that she and her husband started.

Dr Saeed (Sid) Ahmed has helped to steer our department through difficult times. Despite this, Sid has remained immensely positive and supportive, driving our department forward and constantly innovating. 

During training she was Trainee Representative within the region and also for the Society of Acute Medicine. Jane has a particular interest in ambulatory care, nurse practitioner training and junior doctor education. 

I have worked with Dr Ewins closely as a CMT. He is approachable, supportive and knowledgeable. As such, he is a great teacher and supervisor to have. He gives trainees independence, but also there to provide support when needed. His strong work ethic is manifested daily by his impossible schedule of arriving to work at 7:30 AM and leaving later than most of his colleagues.

Sarah has made me, and many other registrars strive to improve our medical knowledge, communication skills and clinical decision making skills so that we can give patient-centred care at a level that Dr Keir would expect. She has become my 'gold standard' of good geriatric medicine. 

Professor Khalid has been my mentor and teacher for past 20 years. He was the reason why I had opted Internal Medicine as a career. I was highly impressed by his knowledge, skills and dedication towards patients and medical profession. He was an avid teacher and was highly efficient in dissemination of knowledge to his juniors.

She has a long track record in our Trust and in the University of Durham in providing innovative teaching methods to multi-professional groups. She has led undergraduate education for over a decade. Of late, she has energetically arranged support for overseas doctors and refugee doctors

He has been a true advocate of the ideal Physician as envisaged by our predecessors contributing at the highest levels in the areas of clinical service, teaching, administration and research. He epitomises the broad spectrum of useful contributions that the Physician can make to his country and internationally, and at the same time enjoying a stable family life. 

Chris inspires me always to try to improve my personal practice, to not let poor practices go unchallenged and to personally instigate changes. His empathic approach enables me to recognise my own blind spots and change my approach, particularly promoting a harmonious working environment.