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President's updates

Professor Steve Turner is Âé¶¹´«Ã½ President as of March 2024. Steve shares regular updates with members by email and here on this website.

Recent updates from Steve

Artwork of Âé¶¹´«Ã½ with I inspire, I include, I influence, I innovate - pictures of healthcare staff, children and bright splashes

We are governed by our Board of Trustees and Council, and our Senior Management Team leads about 170 friendly, committed staff members.

Blogs by other members

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Your Paediatrics, Your Future: My name means hope

Dr Umit Gultekin recalls a moment in his career where he cared for a critically unwell child, and supported their family through a difficult decision about specialist care. Years later he saw the boy again, a moment that reminded him why he chose paediatrics.
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Investing in child health means investing in Scotland's future

Dr Linsey McVey, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Trainee Representative for the West of Scotland, speaks about Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Scotland’s manifesto, The Prescription for Change, and outlines why investment in child health must be a priority ahead of the 2026 Holyrood election.
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A Q&A with our new Co-Officers for Wales

Dr Dana Beasley and Dr Lizzy Nickerson talk about their priorities, motivations and hopes in their new role as Co-Officers for Wales. Read below to learn more about what they aim to achieve together and why their leadership matters for child health in Wales.