What makes a True Leader ?

What makes a True Leader ?

When Burton Hospital asked me to go far away to attend a residential leadership course, I should have been thrilled.  With a busy clinical schedule it was the last thing on my mind! But I have to admit it was amazing to meet two ‘true leaders’ – Admiral Sir...
The PM, the Chairman & the Minister!

The PM, the Chairman & the Minister!

I must say, I would have never dreamt of it! I was at the very inspirational GG2 Awards Ceremony in central London where the Prime Minister David Cameron was Guest of Honour. It was slick, and full of the most amazing role models from all areas of society who have...
Nick Hendrix on Tiger Country

Nick Hendrix on Tiger Country

As if one visiting star wasn’t enough, I was fortunate to have another spend an afternoon watching me operate – all in preparation for another part in the play about the NHS. Actor Nick Hendrix comes from what he describes as a normal, un-theatrical background....
Meeting your Double

Meeting your Double

It is not every day you get a TV star knocking on your front door and wanting to spend the whole day with you! This is precisely what happened when I was contacted by Indira Varma, who plays Ellaria Sand in the hit series Game of Thrones. I had the privilege of...
Prostate Cancer: Quick View

Prostate Cancer: Quick View

Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer in men accounting for a quarter of all new cancers in men in the UK. This form of cancer is hitting the headlines regularly. Here are some key facts to give you an overview. A much more detailed information can be...