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Providing training in histology instrumentation to laboratory staff, including SMART automation and IHC.Supporting and mentoring colleagues to develop their skills and knowldge in histology, teaching and communication.Troubleshooting a wide range of histology techniques including fixation, processing, microtomy, staining and IHC.Promoting standardisation and automation to help and support laboratories to implement best quality practices for the benefit of staff and patients.

Senior Biomedical Scientist and Expert Dissector in cellular pathology.Experienced in dissection of dermatology, plastics, benign cardiothoracic, gynae, GI, urology and soft tissue and bone specimens.Processing, microtomy, embedding, IHC and special stains.Developing and delivery training programs for laboratory and junior medical staffTrouble shooting in a range of histology testing methodologies and equipmentStaff leadership, mentoring and development.Change management.Quality management - experience of UKAS, NEQAS, internal quality assuranceImplementation of new laboratory processes

Master Of Philosophy - Mphil, Biomedical/Medical Engineering

Characterisation of the molecular pathology of pulmonary fibrosis - understanding its development and devastating clinical profile

Nhs Leadership Academy Qualification, Organisational Leadership

Pgcert, Medical Education

Master Of Science - Ms, Biomedical Sciences, General

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Applied Biology