Emma H Townsend

Emma H Townsend is a Teaching Fellow in Operating Department Practice at the University of Greenwich's School of Health Sciences (Faculty of Education, Health and Human Sciences). She joined the university in April 2021, marking her first academic role, while concurrently maintaining clinical work for two days per week. Her educational background includes training as a Student ODP at Princess Royal University Hospital and London South Bank University (2006–2008).

Her professional focus spans Healthcare Education, Operating Department Practice, and Anaesthesia, reflecting her clinical expertise and academic responsibilities in training future practitioners.

Previous Clinical Roles:

• Lead Anaesthetic Practitioner at KIMS Hospital (2020–2021), leading a team of 15 ODPs.
• Full-time Agency ODP across various settings (2016–2020).
• Senior ODP at Medway Maritime NHS Trust (2010–2016).
• ODP at Princess Royal University Hospital (2008–2010).