Consultant Chemical Pathologist in Manchester since 1986. President @ACP_Pathologist, @RCPath Vice-President 2014-7, Registrar 2017-23. Opinions my own.
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Thanks to @IBMScience for the invite to the inauguration of their new President, Dr Sarah Pitt. A great opportunity yesterday to meet new colleagues and reconnect with old friends!
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26 Sep 2025
Off to Southampton to the 38th ACP Advanced Leadership and Management Course, my first as President @ACP_Pathologist. Here I am with Dr Bridget Wilkins, ACP National Leadership Skills Programme Co-ordinator presenting prizes for the Best Business Planning presentation.
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12 Sep 2025
The end of an era as Adrian Boyle hands over the reins and I become RCEM president as of Sept 11th. He’s been immense. Big shoes to fill. Thanks to Adrian for his tireless efforts over the last 3 years.
11 Sep 2025
Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Royal College of Emergency Medicine as Dr Ian ‘Higgi’ Higginson officially takes on the role of President, bringing years of experience as VP and a strong track record in tackling crowding, promoting sustainable EM, and improving workplace culture.
Welcome, President Higginson!
As Dr Adrian Boyle hands over the Presidency of RCEM, we reflect on a tenure defined by advocacy, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the specialty.
Adrian’s leadership has spanned a period of immense challenge and transformation in Emergency Medicine. From winter pressures to workforce strain, he has consistently championed the needs of patients and clinicians alike.
Thank you, Adrian, for your leadership, your candour, and your tireless work on behalf of RCEM and its members.
ALT Newly appointed President, Dr Ian Higginson (left), shaking hands with Immediate Past President Dr Adrian Boyle at RCEM HQ.
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22 Jul 2025
Excellent day at ILPP meeting @ICPaLM2025 Tangible outputs on patient access to results, digital pathology and workforce.
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21 Jul 2025
Attending @ICPaLM2025 and the International Liaison of Pathology Presidents as President @ACP_Pathologist. Vibrant multidisciplinary meeting.
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29 Jun 2025
Honoured to take over as President @ACP_Pathologist from @ilovepathology at our AGM on 28th June. Suzy Lishman has taken the Association forward and will continue to contribute as immediate Past President.
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18 Jun 2025
Off to represent @ACP_Pathologist at the Pathology Alliance. Back in the groove, with the Stockport departure board as unreliable as ever.
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13 May 2025
First London engagement of my new role @ACP_Pathologist in the corporate splendour of the City.
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16 Nov 2023
Congratulations to two inspirational pathology leaders - @mike4path for a great 3 years as @RCPath President, and @BernieCroal, who became President at the AGM this afternoon. The College remains in safe hands.
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16 Nov 2023
Just handed over @RCPath Presidency to Bernie Croal, thank you @RCPath members for giving me the honour of being your President, its been a wonderful experience, & thank you to everyone at the college for your help & support. Good luck Bernie & the new team 👍
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16 Nov 2023
A chronicle of my last day as Registrar. Proud of my roles @RCPath: if you’re thinking of taking something on, don’t hesitate. Teamwork at its best.
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15 Nov 2023
Last trip as Registrar. Won’t miss the dodgy piano at Stockport or even dodgier toilets on west coast trains, even though this one’s on time for a change. Will miss my colleagues @RCPath and the teamwork in responding to endless challenges.
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3 Nov 2023
My last Trustee Board yesterday : great day looking forward to the work of the next @RCPath honorary officer team led by the tireless @BernieCroal. Enforced overnights at RCGP allowed for some uncharacteristically nerdy boxset buying activity. AGM in 2 weeks: obscurity beckons!
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31 Oct 2023
Fantastic to be able to represent @RCPath & the UK at the ILPP meeting with @ilovepathology & colleagues from around the world where we shared ideas on how to improve pathology services & heathcare for patients worldwide
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17 Aug 2023
There's still time to enter our #ArtOfPathology Competition, which is kindly sponsored by Sonic Healthcare UK. Open to artists of all ages from the UK and abroad. Submit your artwork by 31 August for the chance to win up to £1000! Find out more at rcpath.org/artofpathology.
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28 Jun 2023
A great initiative!
27 Jun 2023
Fantastic meeting #liverpoolpathology2023 organised by @pathsoc & @BritishDivIAP
Great talks & great posters including 2 from @RCPath & Fantastic to catch up with so many amazing pathology colleagues @JoMartin_path @SarahCoupland3
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27 Jun 2023
Meet the 2023 #RCPathAchievementAward winners! 5 teams recognised for their incredible work for the benefit of patients. #Teamwork #Pathology
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24 Jun 2023
Homeward bound from possibly my last @ACP_Pathologist Council before I demit @RCPath. In challenging times it’s vital to link with sister organisations. In other news, Avanti redeemed themselves with the best cheese toastie in the known Universe - and I’m not prone to hyperbole.
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23 Jun 2023
Thank you everyone for making the @RCPath dinner such a great event.
@DavidRWells @Debra54597120 @JaneMills2 @JoannaAndrew70 #PathologyWeek
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