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Carolyn Chew-Graham is a Professor of General Practice Research and Director of Clinical Academic Training at Keele University. Her work focuses on primary care management of depression, multimorbidity, unexplained symptoms, and qualitative research methodologies. She holds academic appointments alongside clinical practice as a General Practitioner in NHS Manchester since 2012.
Education:
- MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), University of Manchester
- MD (Doctor of Medicine), University of Manchester
- BSc (Bachelor of Science), University of Manchester
- Fellowship of the Royal College of General Practitioners (FRCGP)
Research Interests: Carolyn’s research integrates clinical practice with social science theories, emphasizing interventions for mental health in primary care. Key areas include:
- Long COVID diagnosis and care
- Perinatal mental health (e.g., anxiety and depression)
- Self-harm prevention and postvention strategies
- Primary care workforce well-being and burnout
- Health equity for marginalized populations
Professional Roles:
- Royal College of General Practitioners’ Curriculum Advisor for Mental Health
- Member of National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) funding panels
- NICE Clinical Guideline Group member for Depression (update) and Multimorbidity
Grants and Collaborations: Her work involves multi-disciplinary projects such as the BASIL+ trial (behavioral activation for older adults with depression) and studies on vocational advice for work-related health issues. She collaborates with organizations like the Fire and Rescue Service to address mental health in older adults.
Labs/Teams: She oversees clinical academic training programs at Keele University and contributes to NHS initiatives improving mental health service delivery. Her team focuses on translating research into clinical guidelines and policy recommendations.
