Step Count Challenge
Scotland’s Step Count Challenge competition, run biannually, encourages staff in workplaces across the country to “ditch the desk to walk the walk”. Launched by walking charity, Paths for All, in 2011, the event has…
Dr Samantha Pitt named as President-elect for the International Society for Zinc Biology
Dr Samantha Pitt, a senior lecturer at the School of Medicine, has been elected as the new president-elect for the International Society for Zinc Biology (ISZB). The ISZB brings together scientists from different parts…
European Society for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Symposium
Stephen Gillespie joined distinguished international colleagues on a European Society for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID) Symposium “Tuberculosis: Bringing new science to diagnostics”. Speaking…
Former student accepts Clinical Teacher role within the School of Medicine
Dr Kerri Greene, a six-session GP Partner has joined St. Andrews as a Clinical Teacher in the School of Medicine. Dr Greene studied at St. Andrews for seven years, initially her BSc Honours degree in Human Biology…
Supporting doctors’ wellbeing during COVID-19 and beyond
COVID-19 has brought disruption, uncertainty and increased pressure on frontline workers – most notably doctors and nurses who are dealing with an influx of patients and a seemingly never-ending caseload. Researchers…
We are Human Too: Shining a Light on Healthcare Professional Wellbeing
‘We are Human Too’ was an exciting, extra-curricular programme of free, virtual events focussing on various aspects of healthcare professional wellbeing. The programme ran from February to March and was led by three…
HEA workshop for those interested in Fellowship opportunities
To help aid in the School of Medicine’s mission of continuous development for staff involved in teaching, an Advance HE Fellowship workshop was held on May 4 to help those interested in taking the next step in teaching…
Improving Diversity in Clinical Skills Education
Diversity is hugely significant at the University of St Andrews, given that the University hosts students from over 130 different countries. Racial and cultural diversity is evident within the University and more…
PhD student publishes new paper
The School of Medicine sends a big congratulations to PhD student, Angela Martinelli, who recently published a paper, based on her PhD thesis, in the Human Molecular Genetics journal. The study focused on developmental…
Annual Memorial Service
A service of commemoration and thanksgiving for those who have donated their bodies for medical teaching and research.