Lewis Newton

Lewis Newton is a Lecturer in Nursing and Midwifery at Sheffield Hallam University's Faculty of Health and Wellbeing. He is a registered paramedic with clinical experience in NHS ambulance services and primary care settings. As part of the Clinical Skills and Simulation Team, he focuses on integrating simulation-based learning into healthcare education to enhance patient safety and clinician development.

His roles span both academia and NHS practice: he teaches undergraduate/postgraduate nursing/midwifery students at SHU while also supporting post-registration clinical staff training at a local NHS teaching hospital. Key interests include acute care, emergency response, and human factors in healthcare.

Newton contributes to curriculum development through simulation methodologies, emphasizing their role in preparing clinicians for complex scenarios. His work bridges clinical practice and education, promoting evidence-based teaching strategies.