Tagged: Postgraduate Researchers

Image by Arek Socha from Pixaby “Medicine is a science of uncertainty and an art of probability” – Sir William Osler (1849-1919) Uncertainty is common when making decisions about healthcare. It is recommended that healthcare providers talk about this uncertainty with patients experiencing multiple long-term health conditions (MLTCs) so decisions about healthcare can be made together. However, there is currently a lack of guidance for doctors on how to talk about uncertainty with their patients. There […]

It takes an army to secure PhD funding. That was my second thought when I was told last year that I was successful in landing a Wellcome NIHR SPCR Primary Care Clinician Doctoral fellowship. My first one was, “I am going to sleep well tonight!”. As I set off on my PhD journey and begin […]

I recently had the chance to speak at the Society for Academic Primary Care (SAPC) annual scientific meeting in Cardiff, a brilliant event that brings together researchers, clinicians, and academics from across the country.  I was part of a workshop focusing on some of the important and significant challenges Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) face when […]

From 7th-9th July, I attended the 3-day National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Doctoral Research Training Camp in Hinckley. I wasn’t too sure what I was letting myself in for in advance, I mean how “intensive” could training on grant writing and applying for further funding be? As it turns out, very! As […]

I had the opportunity to attend the 17th International London Eating Disorder Conference in March 2025. The event brought together clinicians, researchers, and lived experience voices from around the world, all focused on advancing knowledge, treatment approaches, and compassionate care in the field of eating disorders. Held at the heart of London, the conference was […]

Starting a PhD is like going on a big adventure. It can be really exciting and sometimes tough, especially when things like COVID-19 change how we do everything, from talking to people to how we feel about being alone or getting our research done. I want to share some friendly tips for everyone doing a […]

I am a primary care clinical pharmacist and have worked for the past ten years in clinical practice in both community and general practice settings across Devon and Cornwall. I am an independent prescriber with an interest in mental health and deprescribing, and completed my MSc in Clinical Pharmacy Practice last year. As well as […]