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Prof Brian McKinstry is an Honorary Professor in the School of Medicine at the University of St Andrews. His research focuses on clinical trials methodology, neurological disorders (particularly Bell’s palsy), and health data systems. He has led studies evaluating treatments for Bell’s palsy and contributed to the development of opt-in research registers like the Scottish Health Research Register (SHARE). His work bridges clinical practice and public health, emphasizing participant recruitment strategies and ethical data sharing frameworks.
Key contributions include the BELLS trial assessing aciclovir/prednisolone efficacy for Bell’s palsy and methodological evaluations of health research recruitment processes. Collaborators include leading institutions like the University of St Andrews and NHS Scotland. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to improving health outcomes and fostering ethical healthcare practices.
