Mr Nameer Choudhry

Chair

I qualified from Newcastle University in 2014. Since then I have continued my

training as an Orthopaedic Specialist Registrar in Mersey.

Like many other clinicians; a sense of frustration of not being heard and having

no influence on changes affecting the NHS drove me to pursue this exciting

journey.

I am a huge people person and therefore it was no surprise to me that joining

the committee has enabled me to connect with brilliant like-minded individuals

who are passionate to explore new ideas to develop clinical leadership skills for our future.

Mr Keh Wei Kong

Vice-Chair

I started to develop an interest in medical leadership since qualifying as a

doctor four years ago. It is a subject that is often neglected in medical school

syllabus but one that is inevitably intertwined with our working lives as

healthcare professionals.

My goal for this coming year is to promote the notion of medics as leaders to

fellow colleagues in the region via organised conferences. By doing so I hope

that fellow doctors will be able to deepen the understanding of our role in

healthcare leadership and discover the pathways on how to make a head start.

Cheshire & Merseyside

Mr Muhammad Ahsan Javed

As well as being an ST7 trainee is colorectal surgery, I have a special

interest in academia (completed PhD in Translational Medicine) and

medical leadership. I believe that the role of a medical leader is extremely

relevant in today’s NHS as clinicians have the unique combination of

clinical skill, depth of knowledge and authority to exercise patient

advocacy.

In the current climate of reformation of services and financial constraints,

measures have to be taken that would make the day to day running of the

NHS more efficient. Clinicians are the main drivers of healthcare and are

hence ideally positioned to take on the leadership required to make the NHS more innovative, proficient

and cost-effective. It is my belief that we as clinicians need to respond to the changing dynamics of the

NHS and equip ourselves with the expertise to meet the challenges of clinical leadership.

Dr Elaine Kirby

I'm currently a core medical trainee at Southport Hospital. After completing my

core training I aspire to train in Oncology as I'm fascinated by this ever

changing field of medicine.

I wanted to join the leadership school committee to challenge myself to learn

more about leadership and understand more about opportunities for doctors as

leaders within the NHS.

Dr Craig Rimmer

I am an ST5 trainee in Emergency Medicine. I feel that medical leadership is vital to

the future of the NHS. Being a part of the NWLS committee will allow me to help

shape the futures of both my colleagues and myself who are interested in medical

leadership.

My medical leadership background comes not only from a clinical perspective but

also an academic perspective. I have completed an MD on change management

and I am currently in the process of completing an MSc in medical leadership. This

will give me both the theoretical and clinical knowledge that a good medical leader

requires, but more importantly for the NWLS, allows me to identify what events and topics would be best

suited to future medical leaders.

Mr Gautam Reddy

As a senior trainee in Trauma and Orthopaedics, I have transferable

skills through clinical experience such as prioritisation, team-work and

problem-solving which will serve me well to drive forward new ideas

that the NWLS Cheshire and Merseyside committee bring to the

region.

I enjoy working with people and help with simple to complex people

related issues. As a consultant in the very near future, I feel it

imperative to further exercise and develop my own leadership skills to

help others.

Miss Claire Tomkinson

I’m currently an FY2 working at Macclesfield, East Cheshire Trust. I have a keen

passion for Ophthalmology and will be applying for ST1 training next year.

I have been in a range of leadership roles throughout my life and have been in

charge of numerous projects / courses. I have been a BMA line representative for

the past year and have thoroughly enjoyed representing my colleagues on a

national level.

I feel very passionate about creating a good team environment and ensuring

everyone’s voice is heard!

Dr Hannah Barrow

I’m currently a CT1 in general surgery at Aintree University Hospital. I applied to join

the leadership sub-committee this year as I wanted to improve my understanding and

experience with leadership and assist those who feel the same way.

I enjoy meeting new people and working with others, and I hope to be a supportive

and engaging member of the team!

When it comes to my work life, I’m enthusiastic about colorectal surgery, and enjoy

the research and audit side of things. I come from a research background, having

gained a PhD before I started in medicine, so I hope to apply it to my training. If you

ever need advice, I am also the Audit Rep for CT1s in surgery and would be delighted to help!

I look forward to working with the wonderful Leadership committee, and I am excited to get involved and

present opportunities for you all to engage with the concept of leadership and get the most out of this

year.

Dr Emily Granger

I am an ACCS Acute Medicine trainee currently working at the Royal Lancaster

Infirmary.

I believe that Medical Leadership will become an increasingly important field in the

future as the NHS comes under more pressure. As part of the North West Leadership

school I would like to give other junior doctors the opportunity to develop their own

management and leadership skills and equip them with the knowledge they will need

to lead the NHS forward.

I have been lucky enough to improve my own knowledge in this area by completing a Postgraduate

Certificate in International Health Management and Leadership and have put this into practice by leading

a revision programme for Final year students from the University of Manchester.

Cumbria & Lancashire Dr Sarah Watson

Chair

I am an ST3 in Acute Medicine, currently working in the Greater Manchester area. I

live in Bolton. I studied medicine at Warwick university (post-graduate), after a

degree in biological sciences and a diploma in paramedic science. I have trained in

the North West since becoming a doctor.

This is my third year on the committee for the Lancashire and Cumbria branch of

the NWLS; my second year as chair. I came into the leadership school hoping to

learn ways in which I could support fellow junior doctors when they need, as I felt

that this was something that I missed at times. I have since learnt a lot about leadership, namely about

leadership styles, influence, and resilience, including the important task of looking after oneself.

I have learnt a lot about leading a committee over the past year, and I hope to continue learning and

improving my committee’s experience this year. The way we run our events is set to change slightly this

year, and I’m excited to be a part of this change.

Dr Alan Farnworth

Vice-Chair

I’m currently one of the ST2 Histopathology Trainees at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.

Leadership is not just about being part of committees, attending meetings, having

specific roles, it is part of everyday work for a doctor. As soon as we graduate we

become leaders in the eyes of family, friends, patients, work colleagues and members

of the public. Leadership is an inevitable part of our jobs, as junior doctors on the

ward to clinical leads to presidents of the royal colleges, leadership skills are just as

important as clinical skills. Whether we work in specific leadership roles, or clinical roles, we can all

benefit from developing our leadership skills.

For me, leadership is a skill that often lacks attention and is a skill all doctors can become more involved

with.

Miss Arosa Lin

My name is Arosa and I am one of the ACCS trainees at Preston / Chorley.

I noticed that leadership was a skill that was rarely addressed during

medical school, but was an expected "talent" to have once you were a

doctor. Not everyone is born a natural leader. However, I firmly believe

that if introduced at an early stage, it is a skill which can go a long way for

most of us.

I am privileged to be part of the committee this year as I can

promote this skillset amongst those who are interested or would like

to consolidate their existing ability.

Dr Samah Medani

I am a Paediatric Specialist Trainee in the North West Deanery and I have

completed year six (ST6) of my training. I am currently working in the

Countess of Chester Hospital doing an Out of Programme Experience

(OOPE) for one year.

We live in a time where the NHS is being challenged more than ever

before and I believe the way to face these challenges is through team

work and strong leadership from within. I have recently undertaken a

module in Medical Leadership which has raised my awareness and

understanding of trainees’ role as medical leaders within their teams and

the NHS as a whole. I am eager to apply, share and add to what I have learned by working within a team

to promote leadership among Junior trainees across the North West.

My leadership experience includes being the Education Lead for the Departmental Teaching Programme

in a tertiary Neonatal Unit during my ST4 year. Throughout my training in three different countries I have

organised rotas for junior and middle grade doctors including organising the on call rota for six months for

the Paediatric Haematology Registrars who provide national cover in Ireland. I was a member of the

Organising Committee for a Paediatric BASIC Course recently done in Manchester. I am currently a

member of the Organising Committee for the upcoming PICS (Paediatric Intensive Care Society) Summer

Masterclass in Manchester.

Dr Mei Foong Yeoh

I am an Anaesthetic Registrar in the North West deanery.

I believe that medical leadership is essential to deliver high-quality medical

care, and understand just how important it is that doctors display leadership

skills.

The NWLS has the potential to expand by having a wider variety of courses,

offer greater support to trainees at all levels, and to make courses and

resources more easily accessible. Together, with the NWLS, I would like to

be involved in the development of tomorrow’s leaders in the NHS.

Greater Manchester Dr Parth Desai

Chair

I am a Specialist Registrar in Clinical Oncology at the Christie hospital.

Being part of Health Education North West, I am interested in service

development as well as having leadership development information made

available to all trainees.

I have held different leadership roles in the past and currently represents junior

doctors at BMA Trafford and LNC – Local Negotiation Committee at The Christie

hospital.

Dr David Y. Azimi,

Co-Vice Chair

I graduated from Imperial College London and completed my Foundation Year

Training in Greater Manchester before working as a Trust Grade Doctor in

Burns and Plastic Surgery at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

I am very keen on medical education having facilitated teaching and learning

opportunities for peers since medical school, supplemented by my

postgraduate diploma in medical education at the University of Manchester.

I joined the NWLS Greater Manchester committee in 2017-18, and as Co-Vice

Chair I am looking forward to developing an ambitious, exciting leadership programme for the upcoming

2018-2019 year.

Mr Thomas Cash

Co-Vice Chair

I am an ST3 in Trauma and Orthopaedics currently working at The Royal

Liverpool University Hospital.

I am passionate about clinical leadership and plan to undertake a leadership

fellowship during my higher surgical training.

I have taken on several leadership roles in both undergraduate and

postgraduate societies. I joined the NWLS committee in 2017 and ran a

successful event “Leadership in a Crisis - Lessons Learned from the Manchester Arena Attack.” I am the

current Co-Vice Chair and am looking forward to guiding the new committee and delivering high quality

educational events.

Miss Chloe Barnes

I am a Foundation Year 2 Doctor with a focused interest in Obstetrics & Gynaecology,

currently working in Blackburn Hospital whilst also undertaking the role of ELHT Mess

President. During my second year at medical school, I set up a peer-led teaching

group and organised multiple large-scale educational events. In my fourth year I

became Editor-in-Chief of the Liverpool Medical School Magazine. During my fifth year

I represented my student body to organise their official Graduation Ball.

I very much look forward to using my organisation-skills, passion for leadership and

creativity to help drive NWLS forward & take the committee’s innovative ideas to the next level.

Mr Fahad Alawsi

I am currently undertaking Dental Core Training Year 2 in Oral and Maxillofacial

Surgery, Restorative, Special Care, Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. I am a

member of the Junior Advisory Board of Wesleyan’s Assurance Society in the UK,

representing fellow medically and dentally qualified colleagues and their opinions to

the organisation.

Since graduation, I have been progressively involved in the delivery of state of the art

dental education and had been appointed a President Elect for the West Yorkshire regional branch of the

British Dental Association. I had also been an Associate College Tutor for Bradford Teaching Hospitals

NHS Trust, a Member of the Dental Services Board of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of

Glasgow last year. This allowed me to continue to deliver post-graduate education and motivations for

dentists in the region. I was awarded the NI Department of Education's Millennium Award for my

achievements.

Dr Dale Kirkwood

I am a ACCS CT1 trainee in Emergency Medicine working at Royal Preston Hospital

I have been the Chair and Deputy Chair BMA North-West Junior Doctors Committee

during the dispute, sat on the National Executive of Sexpression:UK (Charity) leading

communication during medical school and established my local Sexpression branch

which fundraised and provided hundreds of university students teaching skills and

methods training to promote healthier relationships and sexual practices amongst

thousands of local school children.

I believe that future healthcare delivery will require much greater use of the best practices and evidence

implemented and monitored through continuous quality improvement. This will require more doctors to

take on leadership roles to drive culture change and provide the experience required to make this process

integral to the everyday mechanics of the NHS and other health systems.

Dr Hannah Shufflebotham

I am a GP ST2 working at St Marys, Manchester. I realised in the last few years how

important medical leadership is for junior doctors. It’s important that we learn about

leadership early on in our career so that we are prepared for the challenges ahead. I

hope that my involvement in NWLS will help to provide opportunities for doctors to get

involved in medical leadership and find it as interesting as she does.

Recently, I acquired a position on the North Committee of the Faculty of Medical

Leadership and Management. I am also completing the RCP Doctor as a Leader

Accreditation, as well as the Postgraduate Module in Medical Leadership.

I am looking forward to a great and productive year with the NWLS.

Dr Natasha Ng

I am an ST4 Paediatric trainee based in the North Western region.

My previous leadership roles have included leading the Lessons Learnt

programme at my local Trust and her role as trainee representative where

she attended educational meetings at a Trust level advocating for trainees’

educational needs. In addition, I served on a short term missions’ trip to

Rwanda where my main role was focussed on facilitating a children’s club

for patients and their families.

I a firm believer that we are all capable of serving as leaders in our own

capacity within our workplaces.

I look forward to putting up leadership events that will not only be challenging towards our individual

potentials, but hopefully also equip us as trainees with the skills necessary to succeed as future leaders

within the NHS.

Dr Rachel Pringle

I am currently a Core Trainee in medicine and hope to apply for specialty

training in Infectious Diseases

Although I’m originally from Glasgow, l studied at Dundee University before

moving to Manchester for foundation training. After completing foundation,

training, I took time out of training to attend the Liverpool School of Tropical

medicine. I then spent time working in a rural hospital in Eastern Sierra

Leone and a refugee camp in Northern Greece.

I became interested in leadership after I developed a document to improve

handover in my hospital. I was invited to management meetings and was

involved in a trust-wide pilot week, which showed me how any person can make an impact and facilitate

change.

I hope to bring to the NWLS my interest in quality improvement and my drive to promote leadership to the

junior doctors that will be the future leaders of the NHS.

Dr Nicholas Ward

I am a Foundation Year 2 doctor currently working at the Royal Bolton hospital and am

completing the Academic Foundation Program in Leadership and Management. I

graduated from the University of Manchester in 2017.

My interests in medical leadership began as a student and I was the university student

representative for the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management (FMLM) for

three years (2014-2017). During this time, I founded the Manchester Medical

Leadership and Management society, a university-based society which promotes

leadership in healthcare and develops leadership skills in students across several

courses.

Following co-authoring a research paper which reviewed the leadership and

management component of the undergraduate curriculum in UK medical schools in 2016, the outcomes

gained from this paper have been used in the development of the recently published FMLM indicative

undergraduate curriculum which has been backed by several medical organisations / bodies including the

GMC. With an aim to further increase my leadership knowledge and skills, I enrolled in the postgraduate

module in Medical Leadership at Edge Hill University.

Dr Yusra Qamar

I am a CT1 trainee in Anaesthetics working at Salford Royal Hospital. I am

enthusiastic about empowering colleagues and junior doctors to learn about their own

leadership styles in order to help shape the leaders of tomorrow.

My interest in medical leadership began when I completed an academic foundation

year two post whereby I completed a number of service improvement projects and

was awarded a distinction in her Postgraduate Certificate in Leadership for Health Professions.

I am passionate to take my experience further with the NWLS by inspiring others to actively engage in

medical leadership roles at all levels of clinical experience.

My long-term goals include taking on increasing leadership and management responsibilities as well as

completing a postgraduate qualification in medical education.

Mr Mohammad Tariq Ramtoola

I am a Foundation Year 2 doctor in Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, currently

rotating in the Accident & Emergency department.

I spent my undergraduate years at the University of Manchester, during which I

presided over the medical society committee for 2 years, co-founded the first

medical student magazine (Pacemaker) and started my own social enterprise;

ReThink X. I won the GSEA (Global Student Entrepreneur Awards) national

finals in 2017 and represented the UK at the global finals in Frankfurt. I was also selected together with

200 other entrepreneurs, thought leaders and changemakers around the world to attend the Kairos

Society Global Summit in New York.

I currently maintain a strong interest in medical education and want to ultimately pursue a career in Acute

Medicine or Intensive Care.

Dr Mila Roode

I am a Foundation Year 2 Doctor in Greater Manchester and plan on pursuing a

career in Academic Surgery.

I completed a Masters and PhD in Stem Biology before pursuing a clinical career. I

was fortunate enough to have the backing of the Foulkes Foundation during my

graduate-medicine degree.

During medical school I was involved in numerous committees, including leading a national Pre-hospital

and Emergency Medicine Conference that is now an annual event in Oxford. I am also passionate about

teaching and am one of the leads of my Trust's peer group teaching programme and for Lessons Learnt. I

am also involved in Trainees Improving Patient Safety (TIPS) and have helped to design and deliver an

Instructional Course in surgical emergencies to junior doctors that will now be an annual event in the

North West.

Miss Eleanor Lister

I am currently a GP ST2 in South Manchester.

My interests include Medical Education, staff wellbeing and exercise.

I completed a post-graduate certificate in medical education and have set up various

educational events including a student experience Dementia café as well as revision

days for final year medical students. Last year I set up a walking group in my GP

practice area, and previously I have helped arrange post-work runs for hospital staff.