Hello and welcome to the Warwick Medical School (WMS) alumni newsletter. We hope you’ve had a good start to 2025!

As we enter our 25th year, and the University’s 60th, we’d love to hear your memories of your time with us. Do you have any highlights or funny anecdotes to share? Did your involvement in a society end up shaping your career? Perhaps you met your partner here?

We’ll be putting together a series of profiles with members of the WMS community as we go through 2025, so please do get involved – we’d be delighted to hear from you.

The WMS Team

Medical School researchers recognised in New Year Honours List

We were thrilled to see two of our researchers awarded MBEs in the New Year Honours List. Professor Gavin Perkins (PG Medical Award, 2005; MMedEd Medical Education, 2006; DSc 2023), Dean of Medicine at WMS since August 2023, was recognised for services to Resuscitation Science while Professor of Obstetrics, Siobhan Quenby, received her MBE for services to obstetrics research. Congratulations both!

Life as a female orthopaedic surgeon

Dr. Hannah James, a Specialist Registrar and NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer, made history in 2023 as the first female Trauma & Orthopaedic surgeon to receive the Hunterian Professorship. We spoke with her about her work and advice for women considering this specialty.

Driving impactful initiatives in health innovation

Our Director of Delivery and Operations for Health Innovation, Jane Coleman, tells us about her role and what the development of a new health tech campus at Arden Cross near Birmingham means for the University and the region.

Humans of Warwick series

To mark its 60th anniversary, Warwick has launched Humans of Warwick, celebrating the people who drive its success. Among those featured is our own Professor Olanrewaju Sorinola, MB ChB Academic Lead (Phase 2). Check out the first stories here.

Warwick Medical School is celebrating 25 years! Whether you’ve moved NHS Trust or now work abroad, update your details and let us know. We’d love to know where your career has taken you!

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WMS breast cancer research in the news

WMS has been in the news for its role in two major breast cancer research projects. Professor Janet Dunn’s Mammo-50 trial suggests fewer mammograms post-surgery without added risk. Professor Sian Taylor-Phillips is co-leading an £11m AI-driven trial for early detection, involving nearly 700,000 women nationwide.

WMS Athena Swan Silver Award renewal success

We’re proud to announce the renewal of our Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising progress in gender equality. Since 2019, we’ve achieved gender balance in our exec team, increased female professors from 36% to 44%, and reached equal representation in our Research Excellence Framework cases.

Winter graduation

Our 2025 winter graduations celebrated the fantastic achievements of our postgraduate taught and research students. Following the graduation ceremony in the Butterworth Hall, our new graduates joined members of the department for a lunch where special prizes were awarded to those who had excelled during their studies. Find out who won the prizes and see photos from the day.

A WMS love story

Lindsay and Daniel met at Warwick 20 years ago, studied medicine together, got married, and now live locally with their children. Peer teaching ignited Lindsay’s (BSc Biological Sciences with Molecular Genetics, 2007; MB ChB Medicine, 2011; MMedEd Medical Education, 2024) passion for education and she is now an Associate Clinical Professor at WMS, alongside her work as a GP. Daniel (BSc Biological Sciences with Molecular Genetics, 2006; MB CHB Medicine, 2010; PG Cert Health Sciences, 2015) is now a specialty registrar in occupational medicine.

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International students share their experiences

One of the things our students often say they love about their time at WMS is the fantastic diversity of our community. We spoke to international students from our MB ChB, Master’s in Public Health, BSc Health and Medical Sciences and MSci Integrated Natural Sciences to find out how they’ve found the transition to life in the UK and to hear their tips for others considering studying abroad.

MB ChB students publish systematic review on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport

MB ChB students Rosie and Louisa co-authored a systematic review on managing Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs). Their research highlights that increasing energy intake is key and may be more effective with education and hormonal treatment. They share their insights with us.

Medical students take health checks into the community

WMS students have provided health checks to over 200 staff, students, and community members, with plans to expand into local communities. Professor Kate Owen explains that these clinics aim to identify health issues early in a neutral setting, promoting prevention before problems arise.

Lecture: The beautiful game - Reflections on elite sport, enquiry and education

Monday 17 March, 12-1pm

Join us online or in person for Professor Lucy Hammond's Leading Lights Lecture, 'The beautiful game: Reflections on elite sport, enquiry and education'. In her talk, Lucy will reflect on what sport can teach us, both good and bad, exploring education, learning, and teaching as the ultimate ‘team sport’.

University of Warwick 60th anniversary events

There’s a great range of events being organised this year to celebrate the University’s 60th anniversary. From talks and workshops to family activities and musical performances, there’s something for everyone.

Undergraduate and MB ChB open days

Saturday 14 and Saturday 21 June

Know someone starting undergraduate or graduate-entry Medicine in 2026? Join our summer open days to explore our BSc Health and Medical Sciences, MSci Integrated Natural Sciences, and MB ChB programmes. More details coming soon on our website.

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