CEO Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists @RCObsGyn Views are my own
Joined October 2013
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I am immensely proud that the NHS I work in is one of the most multi-ethnic and diverse organisations in the world.
NHS colleagues and emergency workers from many countries and faiths work around the clock to serve every UK community. You have my utmost appreciation and respect.
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Congratulations to RCOG President, Dr Ranee Thakar on being named as one of the HSJ’s 50 most influential Black, Asian and minority ethnic people in health. (1/2)
Here are the 50 Black, Asian and minority ethnic figures who will exercise the most power and/or influence in the English NHS and health policy over the next 12 months.
Sponsored by @NHS_RHO
hsj.co.uk/the-50-most-influe…
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"Human rights in #Afghanistan are in a state of collapse, acutely affecting the lives of millions of women, men, girls & boys."
At the @UN Human Rights Council, @UNHumanRights chief @volker_turk called to address the vacuum of institutional human rights protection.
#HRC54
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👩👩🏽⚕️Women's health hubs offer a one-stop shop for tailored support on #womenshealth issues in the local community.
We're supporting the expansion of these hubs across England with funding of £25 million.
Hear from the team at @CentralLpoolPCN
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Good luck to the 4,500+ candidates across 54 countries sitting the MRCOG Part 1 and Part 2 exams this week. From all at the College, we wish you the very best in your membership journey.
Interested in sitting the MRCOG exam in the future? Find out more: fal.cn/3zBn8
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It is our belief that prosecuting a woman for ending their pregnancy will never be in the public interest. Read our full position here: fal.cn/3z1v4
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We’ve signed up to the @TheBMA #EndSexismInMedicine pledge! We'll work with organisations across medicine to get us closer to a world where no doctor or medical student faces discrimination because of their gender. Find out more: bma.org.uk/end-sexism
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Supported by @HealthFdn, the RCOG carried out the COVID Maternity Equality Project (CMEP) in collaboration with @QMUL to study changes to maternity care in England during the pandemic, and how these affected existing inequalities: fal.cn/3vUuE @M_Iliodromiti @CphpQmul
ALT A graphic which says: Covid Maternity Equality Project (CMEP) - Understanding how the pandemic affected inequalities in maternity outcomes in England.
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From making abortion safe in Sub-Saharan Africa to influencing the UK Government’s COVID-19 vaccination programme, the College has raised the profile of women’s healthcare and standards of professional practice globally. Have a look back at our year: fal.cn/3vIy6
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We welcome the decision by MPs to support introducing national buffer zones around abortion clinics in the Public Order Bill. Women and health professionals should not be forced to endure harassment and intimidation for accessing or providing essential abortion care. (1/2)
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After six years, Friday marked @stephenposeynhs’s final day as our chief executive before joining @UHDBTrust.
From the first day to the last, with so much achieved in between, thank you Stephen for your compassionate and collective leadership throughout 💙
ALT The Queen in a fuchsia pink outfit laughing alongside people in a hospital corridor.
ALT Dozens of people standing altogether wearing uniforms of different colours.
ALT Seven people standing. Six are nurses wearing blue uniforms and the other is wearing a white shirt with a red tie tucked in and black trousers.
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Last year we asked you to #TalkWomensHealth.
We listened and took your views into consideration when drafting our #WomensHealthStrategy.
Women's Health Ambassador @lregan7 outlines our ambitious plan which will help improve health & care for women.
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Today, @EmmaHardyMP tabled a debate to highlight the disproportionate growth of gynaecology waiting lists, which have grown more than any other medical specialty by percentage increase. @GOVUK must commit to sustainable solutions to reduce waiting times.
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We have joined over 100 global healthcare organisations including @FSRH_uk, @FIGOHQ and @ACOG in condemning the decision by the US Supreme Court. Find out more: fal.cn/3pJtw
View the joint statement: fal.cn/3pJtv
#RoeVsWade
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All set up and ready to go at #RCOG2022. We are delighted to welcome 3,000+ delegates from 85 countries for our flagship hybrid event.
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Last month, we were delighted to welcome Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal @RoyalFamily and Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge @KensingtonRoyal to open our Union Street headquarters in London. (1/2)
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Migrant women are delaying seeking antenatal care because they fear maternity charges and potential immigration enforcement. This discriminatory legislation should be revoked write Nikesh Parekh @rosbragg @AllysonPollock Sylvia Stoianova @MaternityAction bmj.com/content/377/bmj-2022…
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"Abortion is a fundamental part of sexual and reproductive healthcare and we need to maintain a woman’s right to bodily autonomy." @morris_ep speaks to @Refinery29UK about the impact of #RoeVWade in the UK.
Angry About Roe v. Wade? It’s A Threat To Abortion Rights In The UK Too trib.al/0ljq4vO
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O&G services are delivered to a diverse range of people and therefore should be tailored according to demographic, geographic and cultural variables. Read more in our workforce report: fal.cn/3opwE
