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Dr. Gemma Ashwell is a Clinical Lecturer in Medical Education at the Leeds Institute of Health Sciences, School of Medicine, University of Leeds. She is also a General Practitioner in Inclusion Health at Bevan Healthcare in Bradford, integrating clinical practice with academic teaching and research.
- Institution: University of Leeds
- School: Faculty of Medicine and Health
- Department: Leeds Institute of Health Sciences
- Clinical Affiliation: Bevan Healthcare, Bradford
- Leadership Roles: Clinical Lead for Homeless Outreach, BRICSS; Chair of Faculty of Homeless and Inclusion Health Education Committee
Her educational background includes an MBChB (Hons), BSc International Health (Hons), PGC Primary Care Ed (Distinction), DCH, DRCOG, and DFSRH. She is a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, and Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare.
Dr. Ashwell's research and teaching focus on Medical Education, Primary Care, Health Inequity, and Inclusion Health. She co-leads the public health module 'Individuals and Populations' and teaches Primary Care in years 3 and 4. Her research employs qualitative methods and co-production, particularly in the context of inclusion health and homeless populations. She is currently completing a PhD on Inclusion Health in Undergraduate Medical Education.
The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward understanding how medical education can be reformed to better address the needs of socially excluded groups, with a focus on curriculum development, equity, and real-world clinical application in underserved communities.
Her scientific recognition includes being a Pathway Fellow. This fellowship acknowledges her contributions to advancing healthcare for people experiencing homelessness.
- Pathway Fellow
Dr. Ashwell actively supervises intercalated BSc and Extended Research Projects, mentoring students in health equity and primary care research. While no specific grants are mentioned, her work with Bevan Healthcare and the Faculty of Homeless and Inclusion Health suggests involvement in service development and training initiatives. She has established Bevan Healthcare as a training practice for GPs and medical students, demonstrating leadership in clinical education.
She leads the Street Medics Society, providing medical students with hands-on volunteer experience in homeless outreach. Her clinical leadership extends to the Bradford Respite and Intermediate Care Support Services (BRICSS), an intermediate care facility for homeless individuals with complex health needs. These efforts form a cohesive team and lab-like environment focused on inclusion health innovation, education, and service delivery.
