I am the Programme Director for the Radiotherapy & Oncology Programme; and Senior Lecturer and Admission Lead. I am responsible for managing the quality of the programme, student experience, teaching & learning, and recruitment.
I teach across the programme with particular emphasis on science and technology, radiotherapy dosimetry and radiotherapy treatment planning.
My professional practice has afforded me a diverse range of experiences, allowing me to work in clinical, academic, and education management.
I have had the privilege of working in the NHS Radiotherapy department at Band 8A (Superintendent), as the Senior Team Lead in Radiotherapy CT-Sim Planning, Radiotherapy-Led Image Verification, and Radiotherapy Treatment Delivery. Additionally, I was the Clinical Learning Facilitator (NHS Band 8A) at Imperial College NHS Trust.
I then transitioned to academia, initially as a Senior Lecturer for 5 years and then as an Education Manager (NHS Band 8B) in a National Breast Training Centre. In 2019, I returned to an academic role as a Senior Lecturer at St George's. In 2020, I took on additional responsibilities as an Undergraduate Programme Director.
I recommend studying Radiotherapy and Oncology. The future career prospects are excellent with opportunities to advance your career at Advanced and Consultant Level Practice.
I believe in supporting all learners, regardless of background or circumstance, to achieve their full potential. My teaching and learning philosophy is rooted in the belief that it is never too late to learn and to become what you aspire to be. I believe in equitable learning, which differs from equality; equitable learning involves providing students with the support they need, and recognising that some require more assistance than others to reach the finish line. Our students are our primary focus, and we are here to support and help them achieve their career aspirations.
Academic Roles
Senior Lecturer 2006 to present
Programme Director 2020 to present
Admission Lead for the programme 2019 to present
Radiotherapy Treatment Planning Lead 2019 - 2024 (now in a supporting role 2024 +)
External Examiner Salford University Postgrad. 2018 - 2023
External Moderator Malta University Postgrad. 2019-2022
College of Radiographers AAB Assessor 2020 - 2024
External Examiner Hertfordshire University 2024 - present
Awards
St George's Education Excellence Award 2023 Winner - Transforming the Teaching of Radiotherapy Treatment Planning
St George's Nominee for National Teaching Fellow (2023)
St George's Thank You Award 2022 Winner - for outstanding achievement in both increasing student numbers and enhancing student support.
Development of Apprenticeship Associate Programme in Mammography - InHealth Group/NHSBSP- Thank You Award 2018
Our NSS Survey score for 2020 was 100% for Therapeutic Radiography at St George’s University of London.
Current Research Projects
Measuring the Learning Gain in Radiotherapy Treatment Planning
Inclusive Observed Assessment Project - A collaborative project within allied health. A Student-Staff Partnership Grant.
Explore how the narrative approach can help address coloniality in HCP-patient interaction. Student-Staff Partnership Grant.
Research Supervision
Investigation of interval cancer characteristics with comparison to screen-detected cancers making inferences concerning the prognostic outcome.
The role of radio-sensitizer, carbon, and nicotinamide, in bladder cancer. A systematic literature review.
Can Artificial Intelligence improve sensitivity and specificity in mammography?
An investigation into whether medical ultrasound can be utilised to complement digital imaging for Rheumatoid Arthritis: A systematic literature review.
Reporting Non-Accidental Injuries and the Role of the Radiographer.
Should the age extension trial be extended from age 40 within the NHBSP?
Academic Hub Trains Therapeutic Radiographers Online:https://www.sor.org/news/students/academic-hub-trains-therapeutic-radiographers-online
Malik, Y., Olafimihan, F., Hendry, J. (2024) ‘INclusive OBserved ASsessment (INOBAS) – A collaborative student project in Allied Health Education.’ UKIO Conference 2024 Vision and Values: Putting People First, Liverpool