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Susan McElnea
Chief Executive Officer
Hello I’m Susan McElnea, Chief Executive Officer at Lincolnshire Training Hub.
I have lived in Lincolnshire since 2007 and enjoy all the county has to offer. My background is in the Business World, having graduated from Leeds University with a BA (Hons) in Business Studies. I have a wealth of experience working with various sized businesses, operationally and at board level in the Uk and Internationally.
I started working with LTH in 2018 and have developed our business model and structure. I am keen to facilitate sustainability and growth of LTH for the benefit of Primary Care. As well as project management and supporting the endeavours of our clinical team, I ensure that LTH fully integrates with all stakeholders across the system, ensuring that the Primary Care agenda is on the table and addressed in full.
Statement from Susan McElnea on CEO Appointment
Lisa Freeman
Clinical Director, Safeguarding Lead and Menopause Champion
PGCert Clinical Teaching and Practice Education
As an experienced nurse I have three decades of nursing expertise, beginning practice in 1995 where I worked in secondary care both in the UK and Australia, I made the transition to Primary Care in 2006, where I have developed my clinical knowledge and leadership skills.
Since joining Primary Care this has deepened my passion for professional development through education mainly in respiratory, women’s health and prescribing. I completed the MSc in Advanced Practice in 2017, followed by a Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Teaching in 2021.
I have worked within Lincolnshire Training Hub since its beginning and I’m now the Clinical Director. I strive to encourage professional development and education across all clinical fields, I’m dedicated to advancing these professionals through mentoring and education across Lincolnshire Primary Care workforce and students, combining extensive clinical experience with formal teaching qualifications to shape the next generation of healthcare providers.
Helen Hughes
Director – Education Lead.
Helen Hughes is the Director – Education Lead at Lincolnshire Training Hub, where she oversees the design, delivery, and strategic alignment of education and workforce programmes across Lincolnshire’s primary care and wider health and care system. Her work supports the full workforce pipeline, from early engagement to advanced clinical development.
Helen leads on multiple flagship programmes, including the Care Compass – Excellence Pathway Skills Bootcamp, which supports entry into general practice, social care, and dental roles through a blend of clinical and employability training. She has also expanded the Training Hub’s insight placement model, delivering placements to over 300 nursing, pharmacy, and paramedic students annually.
Helen plays a key role in workforce innovation and widening participation. She supports the roll-out of NHS work experience programmes and leads structured outreach to underserved communities to ensure equitable access to careers in health and care.
At a regional level, Helen heads the Midlands-wide General Practice Assistant (GPA) Programme, which enrolled over 90 new GPAs in 2024/25. This work includes apprenticeship coordination, clinical skills training, and standardisation of the GPA role to strengthen capacity in general practice.
She represents the Training Hub across several national and regional platforms, including the East Midlands Hub Network, Midlands Skills Bootcamp Group, and educator workforce development forums. Her leadership ensures all activity is aligned with the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan and ICB priorities.
‘ I am excited to lead programmes that create real impact — opening up career opportunities, supporting workforce resilience, and helping shape a health and care system that reflects and serves its local communities.’
David Peachey
General Practice Assistant Clinical Lead
I am a GP in West Bridgford in Nottingham and also teach across all different year groups at the Primary Care Education Unit at University of Nottingham Medical School. My role within LTH is GP Clinical Lead for the GP Assistant programme across the Midlands.
I have achieved a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education. I am happy to be contacted about any queries or concerns relating to the GPA Programme locally.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife Hayleigh and two girls (7 and 4). I also enjoy watching football (Nottingham Forest!) and Cricket at Trent Bridge
Ruth Pollock
Operations and Liaison Manager and Staff Health and Wellbeing Champion
I joined Lincolnshire Training Hub in 2020 in the role of Project Manager having come from a medical translation background.
My role involves maintaining an overview of the broad range of projects undertaken within LTH to retain and upskill the current primary care workforce and facilitate recruitment into primary care. I lead on a number of projects, including CPD funding, the First Five GP and Personalised Care Role societies and practice and PCN liaison.
I enjoy supporting all members of the team in developing and implementing the LTH objectives.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, paddle boarding, yoga and walking.
Stacey Mayo
Programme Lead
Hello, I am Stacey Mayo, Programme Lead at Lincolnshire Training Hub, where I lead the Primary Care and Neighbourhood Insight placement project. In this role, I coordinate and develop opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience within the community, helping to bridge education and practice in primary care.
Before this, I spent 18 years as a Medical Secretary across private practice, primary, and secondary care. This experience gave me valuable insight into a wide range of specialties and the opportunity to work closely with GPs, surgeons, nurses, and students during their placements.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my two children, socialising with friends and family, and taking long walks with my gorgeous cockapoo, Jerry!
Sarah Parkin
Financial Administrator
Hello, I am Sarah Parkin and my role within the Training Hub involves supporting both the financial and HR functions.
I have lived in Lincolnshire all my life and began my NHS career in 1996 following maternity leave. I initially joined my local GP surgery in Scotter in a Reception and Administrative role, and I have seen first-hand how General Practice has evolved over the years.
In 2009, I moved to Lincoln to take up a Practice Manager role at The Witham Practice, before joining Abbey Medical Practice in 2011. I have been involved with the Training Hub since its early beginnings in 2015, when it started as a much smaller initiative developed alongside colleagues at Abbey. Since then, I have supported its growth and development and have witnessed the significant benefits the Training Hub has brought to General Practice.
I now work three days a week solely with the Training Hub.
of work, I enjoy spending time with my granddaughters, as well as music, dining out, travelling, and making the most of sunny weather.
Hannah Daniel
Lead Nurse
PGCert Clinical Education
I’m Hannah Daniel, Lead Nurse and I work as a trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner. I am currently completing an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice at the University of Lincoln.
I graduated as a Nurse from the University of Nottingham with an MNursSci in July 2017. Upon graduating I wanted to enter general practice but found it difficult to get my foot in the door. There were very few jobs advertised and all wanted experience. To aid my applications, I worked as an administrator within a practice whilst completing my final year at university. Fortunately, an opportunity arose to become a General Practice Nurse Fellow – a role created by Health Education England to bring nurses without experience into general practice – which I started in August 2017.
Since starting work in general practice, I have completed a PGCert in Practice Nursing at De Montfort University as well as several chronic disease modules. I progressed to complete my non-medical prescribing to support my chronic disease management. In 2022, I completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Education.
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my 2 children, husband and dog. We love long country walks and exploring the outdoors.
Lucy Merrill
Clinical Educator, Menopause Champion and Staff Health and Wellbeing Champion
PGCert Health Professions Education
After obtaining a postgraduate diploma in nursing studies in 2014, I began my career as a staff nurse. I developed a keen interest in working in primary care, helping to prevent hospital admissions, and following patient journeys to improve their long-term health.
In 2019 I was fortunate to secure a role as a trainee general practice nurse and completed a postgraduate certificate in practice nursing. In 2020, I joined Lincolnshire Training Hub as a junior fellow, working on a project to increase student placements in primary care and to promote the role of a general practice nurse.
Following my fellowship, I became a clinical educator, completing my postgraduate certificate in health professions education in 2022, and going on to become the lead clinical educator with Lincolnshire Training Hub. My role includes developing and delivering training sessions and assisting with hybrid ‘insight into primary care’ placements that have facilitated the increase in placements offered across multi professional roles.
I am passionate about education and working with students and staff to learn new skills, supporting our future workforce to deliver the best quality of care.
I have also recently taken steps to become a menopause champion and health and wellbeing champion to support the wellbeing of our workforce.
Ellie Forbes
Clinical Educator
Over the last 29 years as a Registered Children’s Nurse, I have gained wide and varied clinical, educational, managerial and research skills, knowledge and experiences in the UK, Australia, Haiti, Kenya, all underpinned by an MSc in Advanced Practice in Nursing and Applied Education (2011), Post-Graduate Diploma in Professional Healthcare Education (2007), and NMC Registered Lecturer/Practitioner (2007).
For the last 10 years, I have led the development and delivery of the MSc (pre-registration Adult, Child and Mental Health) and, more recently, the BSc Children’s Nursing Programme at University, embedding contemporary healthcare and workforce issues, and ensuring strong alignment with sector priorities.
In 2008 – 2010, I was part of a team of Educators to implement the Paediatric Emergency Care Framework in Scotland. This deepened my passion for delivering and supporting education around children and young people to practitioners in a primary care setting. I also delivered Children and Young People First Aid training to new parents in 2012 – 2016.
Throughout teaching I have used Simulation and Human Factors/Ergonomics methodologies to underpin the learning. I am also the Honorary Secretary for the Association of British Paediatric Nurses.
I am excited to be joining the team!
Outside of work, I enjoy getting outside and exploring, photography and music.
Samantha Simpson
Nursing Associate Ambassador
My name is Samantha Simpson. My role within Lincolnshire training Hub is Student ambassador for Trainee Nursing Associates within General Practice.
I have worked in general practice for the last 12 years starting as a receptionist and working my way up to health care assistant. In September 2019 I started my training to become a Registered Nursing Associate through Derby University, along with two others from general practice who have now left the course. I am really enjoying the challenges that this course is giving me. Developing new skills, expanding on existing skills and increasing my knowledge. When I qualify, I will be the first Registered Nursing Associate from General practice in Lincolnshire.
The training hub recognised that other people applying to do their Nursing Associate training from general practice, needed some support, this is where the Student ambassador role came from. Through my training as a Nursing Associate, I have developed skills and experience to help health care assistance from general practice through their journey to becoming Registered Nursing Associates, offering advice, support and guidance.
Outside of work I am a mum to two beautiful girls who keep me on my toes, I enjoy going on holidays. Me and my husband are currently renovating our house, I am becoming quiet the expert at DIY.
Sarah Hubbard
Programme Lead
Certificate in Education (CertEd)
A1 Assessors Award
Hello, I am Sarah Hubbard.
My role within Lincolnshire Training Hub is Programme Lead for Skills Bootcamps, responsible for stakeholder engagement, employer partnerships, learner recruitment and programme performance to ensure successful workforce outcomes.
I joined LTH in September 2023. Ignited from an early age, I have had a longstanding interest in Health and Social Care and have been fortunate to experience a range of roles within the sector over the years. My background is predominantly within Further Education, attaining a wealth of experience in a mentoring capacity, before progressing onto regional Quality Assurance.
Equipped with a keen desire to enhance my own subject knowledge further, I returned to Higher Education to complete a Degree in Health and Social Care at the University of Lincoln, graduating in 2022. This provided contemporary insight into Primary Care and governance underpinning Workforce Transformation, subsequently leading to my own commitment within LTH to work collaboratively on initiatives that will shape the Primary Care workforce in Lincolnshire.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, socialising with friends and exercise.
Clare Halligan-Hoad
Adult Skills Delivery Lead
Level 3 PTTLS (Preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector)
Level 4 Certificate of Education and Training (Cert Ed)
Level 3 A1 (Assessors award)
Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)
Hello, I’m Clare Halligan-Hoad, Project Support Officer at Lincolnshire Training Hub.
My career background is education, where I spent 17 years working at a local college in a variety of roles, including Training Advisor, Employer Responsive Coordinator, Assessor, Internal Quality Assurer and Teacher/Trainer.
My areas of speciality are apprenticeships and Functional skills provision. Prior to joining the Training Hub I worked for a local NHS Trust supporting education delivery as their Apprentice Centre’s Senior Administrator.
I look forward to using my accumulated skills and knowledge to support the growth and development of training initiatives, working with primary care organisations across Lincolnshire and beyond.
Rob Tidy
Functional Skills Teacher
Level 5 Diploma for Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS)
Hello, I am Rob, the Functional Skills Teacher at Lincolnshire Training Hub.
As an experienced educator, I have been teaching Functional Skills for nearly 20 years.
After qualifying – and then teaching at Lincoln College, I joined Lincolnshire County Council, where I enjoyed a rewarding role supporting young people to improve their qualifications, develop their skills and progress into employment.
From here, I started teaching adult learners, helping those who were looking to strengthen their skills and achieve greater career opportunities. This has taken me into a diverse range of learning environments, before progressing into the NHS.
I was fortunate enough to be recognised by my peers, by winning the 2025 ‘Improvement, Education and Research Award’ at the LCHS trust’s ‘Staff Awards Ceremony’.
Having struggled with Maths and English when I was younger, learning as an adult, has given me a valuable insight into supporting others to develop their own English and Maths skills. Working with them as they build their confidence and ultimately progress towards a career within the NHS, is one of the most rewarding aspects of my work. It is this passion for helping people achieve their aspirations that led me to join the Lincolnshire Training Hub in April this year.
In my current role, I have been able to broaden my experience and diversify into different areas, with the aim of supporting even more individuals to develop their skills, realise their potential and take meaningful steps towards achieving their dream NHS career.
Kate Berry
GP mentor
I completed my initial training in general medicine, reaching registrar level and completing my MRCP before I chose to do GP training in 2004. I became a GP trainer in 2008 and have been involved in training GP registrars ever since. In 2018, I joined the University of Lincoln team as clinical lecturer. My general practice became an academy in 2019, enabling me to get involved in the training of 5th year medical students as well.
I have designed and delivered tutorial and educational programmes for medical students, registrars and fellow GPs. I have adapted national guidance into local protocols digestible for everyday use. I have supervised pharmacists and advanced nurse practitioners to help them gain additional qualifications. I have had lead roles in diabetes, safeguarding, drug and alcohol use, complaints and governance and practice management.
As a portfolio GP, I also provide mentoring with Impact Lincs and perform appraisals regularly.
I am well aware of the ever-growing list of topics we’re expected to keep up-to-date on, as well as the increasing complexity of patients we see in general practice. I am keen to help GPs navigate these stormy waters, as well as welcome allied health care professionals into the fray so that they are armed with the right level of knowledge to make the journey smoother.
I’m married to an RAF officer, so spend a lot of my time needing to be in several places at once for my 3 children. There are not many things that don’t interest me and I’ve enjoyed a mixture of rowing, pottery, painting, piano and writing children’s books over the past few decades.
Emma Lethbridge
GP Mentor
Hi, I’m Emma Lethbridge a Salaried GP in Lincolnshire. I grew up in Nottinghamshire and studied human genetics at the University of Leeds before going on to study post-graduate medicine at the University of Liverpool and graduating in 2014. I have recently completed a Transformational Coaching Diploma, I am also interested in medical education and wellbeing of the medical profession. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, I love reading, and walking my labrador.
I’m pleased to join the Lincolnshire Training Hub team as a New to practice fellowship Mentor.
Katie Massey
GP Mentor
Hello, I am Katie, a GP originally from the beautiful Peak District. I completed my GP training in Buckinghamshire and have since developed a varied career that combines my clinical work with a passion for supporting the mental health of NHS staff. I work with Practitioner Health, where I provide mental health support to NHS workers, helping them manage the unique challenges they face in their roles.
Alongside my clinical practice, I have completed further training in coaching and mentoring, which has fuelled my passion for supporting newly qualified GPs and nurses. I feel very fortunate to be part of the mentor team within the Lincolnshire Training Program. I am deeply passionate about exploring the diversity of general practice and believe in harnessing any opportunities that can add additional fulfilment to individual roles. I strive to create a supportive environment where new healthcare professionals can thrive, grow, and find their unique path in general practice.
Amanda Davison
GP Mentor
Originally from Suffolk, I studied Medicine at Nottingham University.
After a year of general medicine, I then embarked on GP training and completed the Membership of the Royal college of Physicians and the Diploma of the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
I was a GP partner for 15 years at a Rutland practice and continued there as a salaried GP, until joining the Galletly Practice, Bourne in 2023 – also as a Salaried GP. I enjoy the variety of medicine that general practice offers and have also worked as a GP with a special interest in Rheumatology and Sports & Exercise Medicine. One morning a week, I work as a private health screening GP, with an interest in disease prevention and the menopause.
I am excited to be part of the LTH team and to be involved in the Fellowship mentoring program. I enjoy supervising and mentoring medical students and GP registrars and am pleased to have the opportunity to help guide colleagues through some of the challenges and stresses that general practice can present.
I live in Leicestershire and enjoy walking, running, sailing, and spending time with my family.
Luqman Rajput
GP Mentor
Dr RAJPUT (Lucky) is a Locum GP, a coach, a mentor, and a facilitator. His mission in life is to work with people upstream of where they fall in the river (better understanding of prevention of problems) so that teams can work less on fire fighting and be more productive.
He is passionate about Development and Leadership within the NHS. He has experience of working as a coach for over 5 years and 20 years as a doctor in the NHS. He is a GP appraiser and senior appraiser in Lincolnshire area working for NHS E&I. He has coached nurses, doctors and CCG managers over past 5 years. He has also been an educator for the past 12 years and has worked with Health Education East Midlands to support trainee doctors and dentists. He has over 300 hours of such experience altogether. He has recently completed his MSc in coaching and mentoring from Sheffield Hallam University. Lucky is registered as a master practitioner with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council.
Charu Shukla
GP Mentor
Born and brought up in India, I moved to UK as an IMG in 2001. Totally fascinated by Primary Care and role of GP, I became a GP partner at a Lincoln Practice and I love working as a portfolio GP.
I am a GP Trainer as well as clinical supervisor for Foundation doctors with an interest in medical education and inter professional learning. I am involved in teaching Pharmacy students at Lincoln University as well as undergraduate medical students from Lincoln Medical School.
As a mentor I have thoroughly enjoyed supporting GP colleagues at the start of their career. In my spare time I enjoy shopping, keeping an eye on latest fashion trends, travel and adventures with friends and family both at home and abroad.
Sudhakar Sambhangi
GP Mentor
I am Sudhakar Sambhangi (Dr Sam). I have been living and working in Lincolnshire since 2002 when I first joined at Lincoln County hospital and completed my surgical training. Later I joined the GP VTS training scheme in Lincoln in 2006 and qualified as a GP in 2009. I am currently a GP partner at a practice in Lincolnshire, Training Programme Director for Lincoln GP ST training, GP trainer, GP mentor and GP appraiser. I am also a GP educator for medical students and F2 doctors who are placed at my practice.
I am excited to be part of the LTH team and to be involved in the Fellowship mentoring program. I enjoy supervising and mentoring medical students, F2 doctors and GP registrars and I am pleased to have the opportunity to help guide colleagues through some of the challenges and stresses that general practice can present.
Outside of work, I enjoy travelling and cooking. I love running and biking. I regularly take part in charity triathlons.
Kasia Doran
Nursing Mentor
Hello, I’m Kasia Doran. I qualified as a nurse in 2013. In 2016, I transitioned to primary care after having pursued a career in haemato-oncology in secondary care. I was able to transfer a lot of skills from hospital into primary care so my progression into the Nurse Practitioner was relatively quick. I gained additional qualifications such as non-medical prescribing and clinical assessment skills in 2018.
In September 2020, I commenced a master’s degree in Advanced Clinical Practice, and I am currently completing the final module.
Having been fortunate to have worked alongside excellent mentors, I am eager to give back and provide similar guidance and support for peers and new recruits.
Carol Deague
Nursing Mentor
I have been a nurse since qualifying from York in 1993. After many years looking after children, and 15 years out of Nursing, I came back as a Return to Nursing student. I have always loved Community and Practice Nursing and was lucky enough to get a position based on completing the Practice Nurse Degree in Leicester. Eight years on I now work for a GP in Welton, with specialism in Diabetes Care, Travel Nursing and IPC.
In my spare time, I am a farmer’s wife, love baking, smoking and preserving food, and have found a novel use for an old vaccination fridge for making salami! I care for numerous dogs , cats, chickens and a horse.
I am passionate about opportunities for all nurses, past, present and future, and look forward to supporting you on your journey, however you got here and wherever it takes you.
Emma Wootton
Nursing Mentor
Hello, I am Emma and have been in my current role as a Practice Nurse at the New Coningsby Surgery for over six years after graduating from The University of Nottingham in 2014 with a BSc in Adult Nursing.
Upon qualifying I worked as a Staff Nurse on a General Surgical Ward and then moved into General Practice in my local community which I find fulfilling and rewarding.
Since working in Primary Care The Training Hub and my employer has supported me in further education, such as in Diabetes, Asthma and COPD.
I have recently completed Minor Illness Training and I am currently studying for an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice at the University of Lincoln.
In my spare time I enjoy outdoor sports and activities with my family and friends such as hiking, biking and swimming.
I look forward to working with the Training Hub in mentoring Career Start Nurses.
Beccie Coe
Nursing Mentor
Hi, I’m Beccie, I am currently a mum, wife and Practice Nurse Team Leader in Lincoln. I have worked in Primary Care for 18 years after qualifying as an Adult Nurse from Nottingham University and following a short stint in Secondary Care.
As a prescribing nurse my role includes minor illness and chronic disease management. I have a special interest in Practice Nursing as I enjoy the vast area it covers within nursing and feel that it is a domain that is continually changing and gives scope for me to expand my skills and knowledge.
I am really eager to meet and assist the next generation of Practice Nurses and help them on their career journey. This is such an exciting role and a great opportunity to be a part of.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband and two sons and socialising with friends.
Lisa Marshall
Nursing Mentor
Hi, I’m Lisa. After my management placement in primary care, I was lucky enough to secure a practice nurse position at Abbey Medical Practice when I graduated from the University of Lincoln in 2017.
Since graduating, I have continued to learn and completed a PGCert Foundations of Practice Nursing, Practice Supervisor & Practice Assessor Preparation Programme, Diploma of Principles of Diabetes for Professional Practice and PG Cert Independent/Supplementary Prescriber Programme and I’m currently studying a course on asthma.
As well as being Learning Disability lead in my practice, I have an interest in wound care and diabetes.
As a previous mentor to a return to practice nurse and watching her confidence build up, graduate and restart her career in primary care, I am looking forward to supporting Career Start Nurses through the Training Hub.
Lindsay Cussons
Nursing Mentor
I’m Lindsay Cussons. I am a part-time Practice Nurse working in Lincoln and I am one of the Nurse mentors that support nurses new to General Practice or those returning to practice after a break. I have been a Practice Nurse for the last 17 years. I qualified in 1997 from De Montfort University and did 2 years post graduate on a surgical ward and ITU before travelling to Australia. I went for a year but stayed for 4 and worked across many different hospitals and also the blood bank in Sydney. When I returned to the UK I wanted to work outside of secondary care and decided Practice Nursing was for me. At that time it was difficult to get into Practice Nursing but I was given an opportunity and I haven’t looked back. I love the continuity of Practice Nursing and getting to know the patients. There are many various roles within Practice Nursing and I specialise in respiratory having completed an asthma diploma and a COPD degree, last year I finally completed my ARTP accreditation in spirometry and interpretation which was delayed due to covid.
Outside of work I am a busy wife and mother to my twin teenagers. I am also a keen horse rider and compete regularly on weekends.
Natasha Holmes
Nursing Mentor
I started my career in health and social care as an apprentice healthcare assistant in a GP practice, this ignited my passion for primary care, and I haven’t looked back since. I completed my degree in nursing in 2020 and have worked in primary care since qualifying.
I have been accepted on the course to complete the non-medical prescribing and I am looking forward to my further future development within primary care.
The experience I gained working at each level has given me a sense of appreciation for the variety of support provided to me during my career and I am looking forward to repaying that support within my role as a nursing mentor with the Lincolnshire Training Hub.
I am Grimsby based, and in my spare time enjoy quality family time and I try and keep active by attending the gym, pole fitness classes and more recently stand up paddleboarding.
June Richardson
Nursing Mentor
Hello, I am June, I have worked in Primary Care for over 25 years in a variety of roles.
I initially began my Nursing Career as an EN(G) training in Teesside before moving to Essex. Here I converted to a RN & then joined Primary Care. What a steep learning curve that was. I was fortunate to have a very supportive GP & Practice Manager who guided me through a variety of courses to develop for the practice, patients & myself. Asthma. Diabetes, CHD to name a few.
With a BSc (Hons) Community Specialist Practice (General Practice Nursing), Extended Independent & Supplementary Prescribing for Nurses & a Post Graduate Nurse Practitioner Diploma under my belt I thought my learning days were over, little did I realise that it never stops in Primary care. There is always some new initiative which leads to more learning.
Over the years I have enjoyed sharing my knowledge & experience. I have been a mentor/supervisor to a variety of clinical staff including Practice Nurses, NPs, Medical Students, Junior GPs, Paramedics, Pharmacists & clerical staff.
I was a Designated Prescribing Practitioner for the University of East Anglia, a role I found very rewarding in assisting Nurses, Pharmacists & more recently Paramedics to expand their role into the world of safe prescribing.
Since relocating to Lincolnshire, I have tried to reduce my workload but felt with so much knowledge & experience from a variety of practice experience, I needed to share & support GPNs new into the role. I look forward to working with you.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family & travelling in our tin tent “Beryl” around the UK & Europe.
Molly Butcher
Futures Programme Lead
I grew up in Lincolnshire and completed my A-Levels at William Farr School before studying Medicine at Newcastle University, graduating in 2023. I have worked as a doctor ever since, and am currently working in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Alongside my clinical work, I have always had a strong interest in medical education and widening participation. In 2025, I worked as a Clinical Teaching Fellow at Newcastle University, where I completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education. This role allowed me to develop my teaching experience and work closely with medical students at different stages of their training.
I have also worked with a number of universities, including Newcastle, Sunderland and Derby, supporting their medical school admissions and widening participation programmes. Through these roles, I have particularly enjoyed helping students understand the healthcare application process, develop their confidence and recognise that a career in healthcare is achievable for them.
I first joined LTH in 2019 and have been involved in developing and expanding the Future Programmes ever since. I am passionate about creating opportunities for students from all backgrounds and helping them navigate their journey into healthcare.
Matthew Oni
Medical Student Ambassador
Hi! My name is Matthew, I’m currently a first year Medical student at the University of Lincoln Medical School having done a foundation year.
I was originally born in America but moved to England when I was 5 years old, and have lived in Essex for 14 years, where I went to school at St Thomas More High school and studied Biology, Chemistry and Psychology.
I’m currently the student representative and ambassador for my course, as well as the Widening Participation President, Football MedSoc treasurer, Events lead for the Widening Participation Medicine Network and Region Team Lead for Medics & Me for Lincoln.
As a Student Ambassador for Lincolnshire Training Hub, I look forward to hopefully being able to inspire many different students from a variety of backgrounds in their journey to medical school and in becoming the best version of themselves!
Bella Randall
Medical Student Ambassador
Hi I’m Bella and I’m in my first year of medical school at the University of Lincoln. I completed my A Levels in Biology, Chemistry and Spanish, as well as an EPQ studying music therapy and its impacts on dementia patients. Before Covid happened, I decided to apply defer entry in order to travel for a year but my gap year took an unexpected turn and I ended up working the whole year instead.
Alongside my studies I’m part of the University’s Orchestra where I play the clarinet and I’m an avid diver when I have the time.
I look forward to using my role as a student ambassador to help encourage more people into medicine.
Alexandra Greenwood
Medical Student Ambassador
My name is Alexandra, my friends usually call me Lexi and I am currently studying medicine with a foundation year at Lincoln Medical School after studying 4 A levels at Franklin Sixth Form College.
I look forward to joining the Lincolnshire Training Hub to help future medics realise their potential and provide some insight and knowledge I wish I knew when applying last year!
Aakash Saha Jansari
Paramedic Science Student Ambassador
Hi! My name is Aakash and I’m a first year student at Keele University studying a 4-year Paramedic Science course with an integrated Masters. I have lived in Lincoln most of my life and studied at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School in Horncastle. I took A levels in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. I also did an EPQ which looked at the possible benefits of being musical when either applying to medical school or working as a doctor. The Future Doctor and Future Health Care Professional events at Lincolnshire Training Hub gave me some valuable insight into my options after school.
Alongside my studies I play the cello and volunteer with St John Ambulance. I’ve been lucky to have some amazing opportunities and life experiences with both. Through music I have been able to play is some amazing venues in the UK and Europe, and even got through to the semi-finals of Britain’s Got Talent with the Chineke! Junior Orchestra. With St John Ambulance I have supported patients at a variety of events from local village fetes to the Emirates football stadium and Lords cricket ground. In my spare time I enjoy playing badminton and in musical theatre pit orchestras.
As a student ambassador I hope to use my experience applying to both medical and paramedic science schools to help others be successful in their applications to their chosen courses.
Mallika
Dentistry Student Ambassador
Hi, I’m Mallika, a Dental Ambassador for the Lincolnshire Training Hub. I am in my 3rd year of studying Dentistry at Newcastle University, and really enjoying the course.
I have lived in Lincoln for most my life and went to school at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, Horncastle. I did my A Levels in Biology, Chemistry and History and also did an EPQ on “Bulimia’s Impact on Oral Health and how it can be detected and prevented earlier”.
I am so excited to inform and help any aspiring dentists unlock their potential and hopefully offer some valuable perspectives on the dental school application process!
