It’s an honour to stand for election to the Royal College of Physicians council.

Voting opens on Monday 2nd March and this is the first election where Members and well as Fellows can vote, and will receive a link from the RCP & Civica

Statement for Election to the Royal College of Physicians Council

I am standing for election to RCP Council because I care deeply about the future of physician training, professional standards, and the role of the RCP promoting medical excellence in the UK and internationally.

The College has a unique responsibility: to educate and support physicians throughout their careers, to uphold excellence in medical practice, and to provide trusted leadership at a time of unprecedented challenges for our profession. I believe Council has a vital role in strengthening that mission through collaboration, transparency, and meaningful engagement with members and fellows.

I am an interventional cardiologist with over 30 years’ NHS experience, and Founder of MedShr, a medical education platform with more than 2.5 million members globally. I am an NHS consultant active in medical education and digital innovation with leadership experience in healthcare, technology, and the charitable sector. As a Trustee of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, I have overseen a successful year of cultural events with a budget >£50m, delivering an estimated gross value add of £300m.

My motivation for standing for Council is to contribute practical experience, constructive engagement, and a strong commitment to education and professional development at a time when the pressures on doctors have never been greater.

Education and Training

High-quality education remains the cornerstone of the RCP’s mission, and as medicine evolves, so too must the way we provide it. I am particularly keen to:

• Strengthen education for residents and locally employed doctors and CPD for consultants

• Ensure MRCP(UK) examinations and RCP education remain globally respected and financially sustainable

• Modernise digital education while preserving academic rigour and independence

• Support consultants, as well as resident and locally employed doctors, who are all dealing with relentless pressures within the NHS

Through my work in medical education, I have seen the power of well-designed, clinician-led learning to improve performance, decision-making, and patient care. The RCP should innovate and lead in this space.

Collaboration and Engagement

A strong College depends on active, engaged members. Council plays a crucial role in ensuring that the views of the membership inform strategy, policy, and priorities. I would support developing:

• Improved communication between RCP leaders and the membership

• Greater engagement with specialist societies and international members

• Constructive collaboration with other Royal Colleges, regulators, and government

I am committed to listening to members, working with them and amplifying their voices, and this is essential for the RCP to remain relevant and trusted.

Supporting the RCP’s Future

The RCP faces significant strategic challenges, including financial pressures, estate issues, and the evolving expectations of its membership. My experience in leadership, governance, and innovation would allow me to contribute thoughtfully to these discussions and to ensure the RCP remains aligned with its membership.

Above all, I want to contribute to an RCP that is confident in its values, outward-looking in its partnerships, and firmly focused on advancing excellence in medicine.

It would be a privilege to serve on Council and to work collaboratively with colleagues to strengthen the College for current and future generations of physicians.

The future of the RCP depends on the voices of its members. I’m committed to making sure you’re heard and represented. Please share your ideas and help shape the direction of our College—fill in the form on this page and be part of this change.