Gerard MSc SCP (Tr & Orth) NMP RN MFPCEd
@Oxford_RN
Consultant Nurse - Spinal /Sarcoma Surgery, 🎓DPhil Student @NDCNOxford @PembrokeOxford #personalisedoncologycare #consent MFPCEd @RCSEd. Opinions are my own ☘️
I’m fundraising for Bone Cancer Research Trust @BCRT . Check out my @JustGiving page and please donate if you can. Thank you! #JustGiving justgiving.com/page/gerard-ma…
Current Issue: The Implications of Sacralized Transitional Vertebra on Spinal Alignment dlvr.it/TLy0G3
Our new exhibition 'Treasured' opens TOMORROW! What makes a treasure? Is it age, rarity, beauty – or something else? Treasured invites you to explore the meaning of value itself through some of the world’s most remarkable books and manuscripts. More: visit.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/event/treasured
Today we have launched a suite of resources on Improving Behaviours in Perioperative Care. These key tools aim to improve team culture, wellbeing, and patient outcomes across perioperative care. ➡️Online resources hub ➡️Infographic ➡️Poster Find out: shorturl.at/fPhjp
Library day @bodleianlibs , catching up on reading and writing #DPhilLife 📚🎓@NDCNOxford @OxfordMedSci @UniofOxford
Join The Christie Proton Therapy E-School this Nov–Dec 2025 for 5 weeks of expert-led virtual learning. For more on topics and to see the agenda Access your life-enhancing education here:👇 ow.ly/KfFY50Wohul #ProtonTherapy #CancerEducation #OncologyTraining #VirtualLearnin
It's Glioblastoma Awareness Week! 💡 We’re shining a spotlight on the most aggressive type of brain tumour - glioblastoma (also called GBM) to raise vital awareness and drive change. 💛 Glioblastoma is: 📈 The most common high-grade brain tumour in adults ⏳ Incurable, with…
Thank you @BCRT for inviting me to Beyond Fear: Surgery, Hands & Healing @StJohnsOx — a powerful photo exhibition capturing the raw, human side of cancer. Humbled to witness these stories through the eyes of patients & families. 💛 #sarcomaawarenessmonth2025
Have you read and shared our Prepared for Surgery, Ready for Recovery full pathway resources? ➡️Clinical interactive resource ➡️What To Ask patient leaflet (available in welsh) ➡️What To Ask patient poster (available in welsh) Access the resources: cpoc.org.uk/guidelines-and…
Early cancer diagnosis increases the likelihood of survival, but access to cancer care in the UK isn’t fair. Initiatives like this are positive steps forward in making cancer tests, treatment, and support more accessible, offering hope that more people will get the best care.
New ‘sponge’ cancer test to be trialled in high-street pharmacies independent.co.uk/news/health/oe…
Why is genomics important in paediatric care and how can it be applied to help children? What is the paediatricians role? Find answers to these questions in our webpage focused on this specialty area: buff.ly/lKBp1ow
🎗️ New research reveals critical gaps in health behaviours among childhood cancer survivors! Read about it in JCS #survonc linkedin.com/posts/jcansurv…
ABSTRACT submission deadline now extended to July 11th! Register now to join us at this exciting Meeting and Hackathon. cvent.me/94L9A5 Oxford, Sept 29th - Oct 1st 2025 #Tcells #AI #Immunology #Oxford #Hackathon
What does quality of life mean during & after radiotherapy for sarcoma? In our latest blog, SPAGN speaks w/Dr. Siyer Roohani, radiation oncologist based in Berlin who just concluded a research project in Toronto. Read more: ➡️ bit.ly/SPAGNblog_QoL #SarcomaAwarenessMonth2025
The 10 Year Health Plan, released today, has #genomics weaved throughout. But what is genomics and how is it relevant to healthcare? Find out in our 10-minute educational resource. genomicseducation.hee.nhs.uk/education/core…
Three big shifts will change how the NHS works, enabling it to deliver better care for all patients – no matter where they live. From hospital to community. From analogue to digital. From sickness to prevention. Read the 10 Year Health Plan ⬇️
We’re proud to launch our new Moral Injury website- a place for individuals, families, and employers to find evidence-based resources, practical support, and a deeper understanding of what moral injury really is. Explore the site here: moral-injury.co.uk
Ethical dilemmas in the OR? You’re not alone. From patient dignity to surgical priorities, #EORNA supports with: 📘 Resources 🤝 Peer networks 🧠 Best practices 🔗 Learn more: eorna.eu #PerioperativeNursing #PatientCare
🚨 Big step forward in the fight against rare cancers: the Rare Cancers Bill has officially passed the committee stage! 💪 This brings us one step closer to better research, treatment access, and hope for patients and families. Thanks @DrScottArthurMP! #RareCancers #BrainTumours
New research has uncovered 2 neurodevelopmental disorders using data from the National Genomic Research Library. These findings have led to new diagnoses for patients and families, opening doors for potential treatments 🧬 Read the blog to learn more: ow.ly/4h0B50WiRkY
New to genomics and unsure where to start, or looking for your next step? Embark on - or continue - your learning journey with our handy webpage, designed to point you in the right direction: buff.ly/01PFFJY