Medical Advisor for Healthcare Innovation | Haematology - Venture Blick - London and Dubai
(2024-01)
Work on a national and international scale with early-stage healthcare start-ups, providing clinical validation, product market-fit analysis and strategic advice that are critical to enabling them to succeed.
- Professional strategy consulting service working with start-ups, growth companies and corporates in consulting projects across key areas such as medical validation, go-to-market strategy, and product market fit.
- Primary research and data analysis to support commercial decisions through portfolio strategy, market and opportunity assessment and competitive strategy.
- Leading effective engagement with key stakeholders, professional communities, and system users.
- Develop and implement new digital strategies and technologies for improved healthcare outcomes.
- Working knowledge of international clinical research regulations and requirements ICH/GCP guidelines
- Proven experience in management of clinical trials in EU.
Prescribing Clinician - Curaleaf Clinic - London
(2024-01)
- Complete patient assessments, ensure effective treatment plans are implemented and prescribing of medicines are made within the protocols and national policies.
- MDT collaboration to discuss complex patients and treatment options.
- Provide clinical advice and health promotion to improve patient outcomes.
Project Lead | Paediatric Ambulatory Care Cancer Centre - University College Hospital, UCLH NHS Foundation Trust - London
(2021-01 - 2023-12)
Oversee development and implementation of new paediatric ambulatory care service with keen focus on improving patient access and reducing hospital admissions. Revise and optimise chemotherapy protocols, reducing treatment time and improving patient outcomes.
- Led the design and implementation of ambulatory care services tailored for paediatric oncology patients, ensuring alignment with national standards and NHS England specifications.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear milestones, timelines, and resource allocations to guide the establishment and enhancement of ambulatory care services.
- Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement quality improvement initiatives to optimise patient outcomes and service efficiency.
- Produced high-quality medical documents, clinical expert reviews and core value dossiers, to support evidence-based decision-making and facilitate regulatory compliance.
- Updated policies and create new SOPs in line with the new service.
- Responsible for clinical governance and accountable for developing and delivering strategy, promoting innovation and supporting operational excellence.
- Budget setting and managing and monitoring related activity and risk management.
- Provide clinical leadership by integrating evidence-based practices into service protocols and ensuring adherence to clinical governance frameworks.
- Engaged with internal and external stakeholders, including patients, families, and healthcare partners, to gather feedback and drive service improvements.
- Facilitated educational programs to enhance the competencies of staff involved in paediatric oncology care.
- Designed and implemented educational material and consent forms for patients and carers, ensuring clear and comprehensive information is provided.
- Delivered medical education, training packages, presentations and seminars to medical and nursing team, enhancing knowledge and skills in paediatric ambulatory care.
Senior Paediatric Haematology Specialist Pharmacist - University College Hospital, UCLH NHS Foundation Trust - London
(2021-01 - 2023-12)
Spearhead paediatric cancer team in providing comprehensive care to oncology, haematology, and transplant patients. Developed and implemented chemotherapy and clinical trial protocols to ensure safety and efficacy of treatments. Collaborated with healthcare professionals and external stakeholders to build and validate chemotherapy protocols.
- Managed submission process for new drug requests, resulting in improved access to cutting-edge treatments.
- Conducted regular assessments and audits to ensure compliance with clinical trial protocols and regulatory standards.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior team members, enhancing professional skill set.
- Solid understanding of applicable clinical research and scientific concepts and regulatory requirements; e.g. Good Clinical Practice (GCP), International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines, regulatory agency regulations. Able to interpret study protocols and designs
Critical Care Pharmacist (COVID Management) - University College Hospital, UCLH NHS Foundation Trust - London
(2021-01 - 2022-12)
Coordinated and managed Covid outpatient and vaccination clinics, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to safety protocols. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement strategies for optimising patient care.
- Review and revision of commissioning pathways, resulting in enhanced efficiency and effectiveness of patient care.
- Streamlined commissioning pathways for ITU and HDU patients during pandemic aimed at improving patient outcomes.
- Executed regular audits and assessments of commissioning pathways to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
UK Health Policy & Improvement Fellow - The Shelford Group - England
(2021-01 - 2021-12)
Led the UK Medical Directors Group, overseeing delivery of key projects and development of national health policy in health and life sciences.
- Worked on national and local healthcare policy initiatives to influence patient care, workforce planning, and service improvement.
- Engaged with NHS England, regulatory bodies, and academic institutions to shape healthcare strategies.
- Participate in leadership training programmes and mentorship with senior NHS executives.
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative research and analysis on relevant scientific societies meetings and conferences to gather key messages for the development of national health policy.
- Strategy consulting with external organisations, such as national government, leading health policy bodies, and membership organisations including NICE and PHE to drive healthcare initiatives.
- Managed health system improvement projects focused on Long Covid and Health Inequalities.
- Coordinated responses to policy consultations and actively contributed as a co-author to the Shelford Group 'Strategy for Improving Health Outcomes for All'.
- Used data analysis and evidence-based medicine to evaluate new healthcare models.
- Worked alongside academic health science networks and NHS Trusts to integrate research into clinical practice.
- Authored the Shelford Group Weekly Brief, providing real-world intelligence on current affairs impacting health, life sciences, and social care.
- Work with senior leaders, medical directors, NHS policymakers, and industry partners to drive healthcare improvements.
- Engage in cross-sector collaboration with universities, think tanks, and international healthcare organisations.
- Build and maintained strong relationships with thought leaders, external experts, and healthcare decision-makers, fostering collaboration and driving positive change in healthcare industry.
Senior Haematology Specialist Pharmacist - University College Hospital, UCLH NHS Foundation Trust - London
(2014-01 - 2021-12)
Provided high-quality service for haematology in-patients, emphasising evidence-based practice and cost-effective prescribing across consultant-led outpatient clinics and ambulatory care. Accredited to screen and prescribe chemotherapy, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMC) standards. Supported local medical advisory boards, scientific events, and disease awareness programmes, whilst delivering scientific presentations and educational initiatives for healthcare professionals.
Led haematology clinical meetings to analyse complex cases, recommend treatments, and provide clinical advice, overseeing prescription safety and appropriateness, whilst supporting NICE Technology Appraisals.
- Clinical leadership and managing a team of pharmacists and technicians.
- Identified and led clinical audits, quality improvement (QI) projects, and research in haematology.
- Supported implementation of electronic prescribing EPMA and chemotherapy protocols, demonstrating proficiency in electronic chemotherapy prescribing systems.
- Updated ambulatory care and neutropenic sepsis guidelines through comprehensive literature reviews, ensuring evidence-based practices and aiding in staff training and education.
- Collaborated with clinical trials team to allow for novel haematology treatments to be available to patients.
- Managed key performance indicators and budgets, ensuring service provision in alignment with NHS Trust Standards, consistently aiming to exceed expected benchmarks.
- Implemented compassionate use schemes and unlicensed use of medicines protocols.
- Responsible for incident management, event reporting and investigation.
- Proficient use of Chemocare, EPMA and EPIC prescribing systems
